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Mississippi police say more arrests coming in death of Tasia Fortune, mom of 4 found hanging
New York Post • • nation
Key Points:
- Mississippi police are actively investigating the homicide of Tasia Fortune, a black woman found hanging from a tree in Jackson on August 3, with 51-year-old Jarques Ratliff arrested and charged with murder; additional arrests are anticipated.
- Police confirmed the death as a homicide following the state medical examiner’s findings, but have not disclosed further details about the motive or evidence linking Ratliff to the crime.
- Fortune’s family, particularly her mother Christy Spivey, expressed shock and grief but also gratitude toward law enforcement for making the arrest, emphasizing that Fortune would not have taken her own life.
- Tasia Fortune was remembered as a devoted mother, athlete, and woman of faith who faced significant challenges including homelessness and past abuse, with family and friends urging the public to remember her beyond her tragic death.
- The investigation remains ongoing, with police committed to following all leads, and the community and family seeking justice and answers in the case.
