Lauren Burk

Lauren Burk, a freshman at Auburn University, was found with a single gunshot wound in the head on North College Street near Auburn University at 9:08 pm on March 4, 2008. She was rushed to the hospital, where she died. Her 2001 Honda Civic was found on fire in a parking lot at Auburn University. Police have confirmed that she was not sexually assaulted. On March 7, 2008, police arrested Courtney Lockhart, a 23-year-old confessed robber, for Burk's murder.

Fast Facts:

1. Age: 18
2. Hometown: Marietta, Georgia
3. Attended: Auburn University
4. Memorial service: March 8, 2008
5. Graduate: Walton High School, Marietta, Ga.
6. Lacrosse player
7. Member: Delta Gamma sorority
8. According to friends, did not like Auburn University
9. Was reportedly with her boyfriend two hours before she was found

Courtney Lockhart Confession

Lockhart's signed confession was read in court on March 10, 2008. He admitted to robbing, abducting, and shooting Burk, as well as setting her car on fire following the murder.

Quotes:

1. Delta Gamma: "Considering the unexpected and disturbing nature of the situation, the women of Delta Gamma have reacted with immense concern... Delta Gammas across the country offer hope and friendship to Lauren's family and all who have been affected by this tragedy."
2. Monique Osigbeme (Walton Student): "She was always smiling, always laughing and happy...She had a really nice smile and really pretty brown hair. Oh my God, that's really sad."
3. Dawn Barrs (Family Friend): "It's worse than losing a child to a car wreck...It's just a sincere tragedy —a nightmare."

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