Editor's Pick A caller lied to police. The false report of a gunman led cops to kick down NC doctor’s front door. SCOTT SEXTON May 31, 2022 May 31, 2022 Updated May 31, 2022 0 Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Alex Powers — Dr. Powers to his patients — had taken an evening dip in the pool before falling asleep on his sofa in front of a ballgame. 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