Woman Fatally Shot at Tunica Courts Apartments; Investigation Underway
Four Suspects Arrested and Charged in Connection with Brenda Miller’s Death
According to Action News5, a tragic incident unfolded at the Tunica Courts Apartments in Tunica, Mississippi, on the night of June 3, 2024, when a woman was fatally shot. At approximately 10:48 p.m. the Tunica County Sheriff’s Office received a distressing 911 call reporting the shooting. Deputies and first responders were immediately dispatched to the scene on Old Highway 61. Upon arrival, they discovered Brenda Miller a 34-year-old resident of Robinsonville, Mississippi suffering from a gunshot wound. Despite the prompt medical attention provided on-site Miller succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced dead by the Tunica County Coroner marking a heartbreaking loss for her family and the community.
In a swift response, the Tunica Sheriff’s Office arrested four suspects connected to the shooting on June 5, 2024. The suspects are Jaylon Carter, 21 Dequaveon Spears, 21; Jaylin Liddell, 17 and DeShaun Clayborn, 16. They are facing multiple charges, with Liddell and Clayborn specifically charged with second-degree murder. The arrests followed an intensive investigation aimed at bringing justice for Brenda Miller’s killing. The quick and decisive actions of law enforcement were crucial in addressing the crime and demonstrated their commitment to community safety and justice.
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34-Year-Old Woman Fatally Shot in Tunica, Four Suspects Arrested in Fatal Shooting! (PHOTO: FOX 13 Memphis)
Community Leaders Call for Action and Resources Following Brenda Miller’s Tragic Death
The tragic event has deeply affected the Tunica community highlighting the urgent need to address underlying issues of violence. The swift action of law enforcement in apprehending the suspects has been an important step toward justice but the community continues to mourn the loss of Brenda Miller. The Tunica County Sheriff’s Office is dedicated to thoroughly investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting, aiming to prevent such incidents from happening again. The community’s grief underscores the need for ongoing efforts to create a safer environment where senseless acts of violence are less likely to occur ensuring a safer future for all residents. As the investigation continues community leaders call for more resources for mental health, youth programs, and community policing to address violence’s root causes. They hope Brenda Miller’s tragic death will lead to positive change and a safer environment for all.
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