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'She did not do this to herself': Mother of Black woman found hanging says

'She did not do this to herself': Mother of Black woman found hanging says

Summary

Tasia Fortune, a 29-year-old Black woman, was found hanging from a tree in Jackson, Mississippi, on August 3. Her family says she would not have taken her own life, and police are investigating her death as active and ongoing.

Key Facts

  • Tasia Fortune’s body was discovered hanging from a tree in Jackson, Mississippi.
  • She was 29 years old and a mother of four children.
  • Fortune’s mother said her daughter was strong, loving, and appeared to be at peace when last seen.
  • Police confirmed the investigation is active but gave no details on suspects or persons of interest.
  • The Mississippi Medical Examiner's Office is conducting an autopsy to find the cause of death.
  • A Jackson City Council member has requested help from the U.S. Attorney's Office to support the investigation.
  • Police are asking the public to report any information via a Crime Stoppers phone line.
  • Support resources for people struggling with thoughts of suicide are included in the report.
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