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In Powell, Tennessee, a 13-year-old girl named Savannah Grace Copeland was the victim of a horrific murder that stunned the neighbourhood.
A 15-year-old youngster killed Copeland by stabbing him many times. Malakiah Lamar Harris was his name. He is being imprisoned without bond pending trial on charges of second-degree murder.
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The news broke Tuesday afternoon that a victim's body had been discovered on a trail in Powell, Tennessee's Broadacres subdivision, just outside of Knoxville, shocking the entire community.
According to court documents, the victim and the perpetrator got together on Tuesday just after midnight.
“During the interaction, the defendant used a pocketknife he carried with him to stab the victim multiple times, killing her,” court documents read. “He left her at the location without notifying anyone, and she was subsequently discovered deceased later in the day by citizens.”
Although the deceased's identity was not disclosed by the authorities, her family's GoFundMe page named her Savannah Grace Copeland.
“Savannah Grace Copeland, beloved child of Michael and Amanda Copeland, now rests peacefully with the Lord after leaving this earth too soon. Savannah, only 13 years old, was the victim of a vicious murder in the early hours of October 22, 2024,” the fundraiser began.
“Savannah was a joy to her parents, brother Britton and twin brother Kasey, family, and friends. She lost her young life in a senseless manner, leaving behind her devastated family. Her parents and siblings are now not only facing a life without her but are also contending with funeral expenses and loss of income. Please consider donating to help this family as they cope with this unimaginable tragedy.”
On September 3, 2011, Savannah Grace Copeland and her twin brother Kasey were born to Michael and Amanda Copeland, according to her obituary. She was a gifted student and athlete who went to Powell Middle School.
Savannah was a skilled cheerleader and participated in karate and gymnastics competitions. Becoming a forensic anthropologist was her ideal job. On Sunday, November 3, 2024, at 6:00 p.m., Powell United Methodist Church, located at 323 W. Emory Rd. in Powell, will host a memorial ceremony for the late teen.
Source: Ghana Celebrities