Police make 2nd arrest in death of woman found hanging from tree
Summary
Police in Jackson, Mississippi, arrested a second man, Earnest Lloyd Jr., in connection with the death of 29-year-old Tasia Fortune, who was found hanging behind an abandoned home. Authorities also issued a warrant for a third suspect and expect to make more arrests as the investigation continues.Key Facts
- Tasia Fortune’s body was found hanging behind an abandoned home in Jackson on August 3.
- Two men have been arrested: 25-year-old Earnest Lloyd Jr. and 51-year-old Jarques Ratliff; both are Black.
- Police have issued an arrest warrant for a third person and expect additional warrants.
- Ratliff pleaded not guilty and remains jailed without bond.
- Police have interviewed over a dozen people and collected forensic evidence.
- No motive or connection to race has been officially announced.
- Fortune was a mother of four and lived in Jackson for about ten years.
- This case has drawn attention partly because the method of death is reminiscent of historical lynchings in Mississippi.
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