 It was reported by the local news media as under a sales contract for approximately 50% of its assessed value within a day or so of listing.However, according to published reports, as of July 6 no transfer papers had been filed with the county clerk where deeds are recorded.During the subsequent weeks, Surry County Sheriff Harold D. Brown and Commonwealth's Attorney (local prosecutor) Gerald G. Poindexter repeatedly responded to media inquiries with assurances that they were proceeding carefully with the investigation and any prosecutions and that anyone "whoever they are" who evidence indicates had acted unlawfully will be charged.