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'She did not do this to herself': Mother of Black woman found hanging in Mississippi says
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Key Points:
- Tasia Fortune, a 29-year-old Black woman and mother of four, was found hanging from a tree on August 3 in Jackson, Mississippi, prompting an ongoing investigation by local authorities.
- Fortune's mother, Christy Spivey, expressed devastation over her daughter's death and firmly stated that she does not believe it was a suicide, describing Tasia as strong-minded and at peace during their last meeting.
- The Jackson Police Department confirmed the investigation and the Hinds County Coroner’s Office identified Fortune, while the Mississippi State Medical Examiner's Office is conducting an autopsy to determine the cause and manner of death.
- Jackson City Council member Kenneth Stokes has requested assistance from the U.S. Attorney's Office to aid in the investigation, highlighting the need for federal involvement in the case.
- Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers, and resources for suicide prevention are being provided to the public.
