Teenager Charged with Murder of Mother in Mississippi
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A 14-year-old girl has been charged as an adult with the murder of her mother, a high school math teacher. According to investigators, the incident occurred on March 19th at the family’s home in Brandon, Mississippi.
Details from a preliminary hearing reveal a disturbing sequence of events. The investigator testified that the teenager shot her mother multiple times and later attempted to shoot her stepfather upon his return home.
The defense team has indicated they may pursue a mental health defense, stating the teenager had recently begun taking new medication for anxiety and depression. They also mentioned she experienced auditory hallucinations while in custody.
The judge, after considering the evidence presented, denied a request to reduce the teenager’s bond, citing her as a potential threat to others