NC man charged in Ravenscroft teacher's murder had criminal record that spans statewide
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Key Points:
- Zoe Welsh, a beloved teacher at Ravenscroft School in Raleigh, was killed by an intruder at her home on Saturday morning after calling 911 during the attack.
- Police arrested Ryan Camacho, 36, who was charged with murder and felony burglary; he has a history of multiple arrests and was previously found guilty of escaping prison.
- Camacho had a recent case dismissed due to being found incapable of proceeding, with attempts to have him involuntarily committed denied by the court.
- Wake County District Attorney Lorrin Freeman highlighted systemic challenges in addressing mental health needs within the justice system and has not yet decided whether to seek the death penalty.
- Camacho appeared in court Monday, was appointed a capital defender,
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