In a shocking turn of events, the remains of Susan Carter and her 10-year-old daughter Natasha, also known as Alex, were discovered on Monday, April 23, 2024 at the home of Larry Webb in Beckley. The bodies were found after Webb confessed to his crimes on his deathbed earlier that day.
Susan and Alex Carter have been missing since August 8, 2000. At the time of their disappearance, they were living with Larry Webb, who was a suspect in their case from the beginning. The investigation into their disappearance had gone cold until new evidence came to light.
Webb's confession aligned with investigative efforts and evidence collected over the years. He admitted to shooting and killing Susan due to financial discrepancies that led to an argument, and then killing Natasha in order to avoid detection for his crime.
The bodies were stored in Webb's basement before being buried in a shallow grave on his property. The exact location of the grave was revealed by Webb during his confession.
Raleigh County Prosecuting Attorney Ben Hatfield expressed relief that the families of Susan and Natasha finally have closure, but also acknowledged the difficult process they had to endure over the past 24 years.
Webb's health had deteriorated significantly by the time of his confession, making it impossible for him to be transported to a court hearing. He died later that day at Montgomery General Hospital.
The investigation into this case is ongoing, and the remains are currently with the coroner's office for further examination.
This tragic story serves as a reminder of the importance of never giving up hope in missing persons cases, no matter how long they have been open. It also highlights the need for thorough investigations and a willingness to consider all available evidence, even when it comes from unexpected sources.
