MOUNT HOLLY, N.C. — Police say they arrested a man for a double homicide and arson investigation in Mt. Holly. Β
Peter James Rivers Jr., 40, is accused of killing his girlfriend Bridget Berry, 38, and her son Treyvon (TJ) Berry, 17, and then starting a fire inside the home on Ridgewood Court to cover up the crime. Β Rivers allegedly lived at the home with the two victims. Β
Initial reports indicted that a vehicle was missing from the home. Β Police later found the Chevrolet Suburban in Georgia in the possession of Rivers. Β
Police signed warrants against Rivers for two counts of first degree murder on Thursday. Β Rivers waived extradition and will return to Gaston County to face his charges. Β
