By TopTrendReportTv
May 14, 2024
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - On Monday, Clayton County Police released harrowing details about the murder of 23-year-old Briana Winston, who vanished in March.
Authorities provided in-depth information on how they identified the primary suspect in her murder and explained how several family members allegedly participated in her disappearance.
Police revealed that after thoroughly reviewing multiple statements and jail phone calls, they now suspect Michale Edwards, along with his mother, brother, and wife, of orchestrating Briana Winston's disappearance.
"I remember always being with her when she was a baby, playing with her hair," said Briana Winston’s cousin, Jasmine Walker, who is now treasuring these memories more than ever. "The last few months have been incredibly tough. I’ve had sleepless nights, constantly worrying and wondering where Briana was," Walker added.
In March, Walker and other family members started searching for Briana after not hearing from her since March 16th. According to the Clayton County Police Department, on March 17, Briana’s boyfriend, Michale Edwards, allegedly went to her apartment, where they argued because Briana discovered he had secretly married another woman.
Police allege that Michale Edwards then choked Briana to death, put her body in a suitcase, and drove to Tennessee to another man’s house. There, the two men allegedly burned her body in the backyard. Police said Michale and the other man then allegedly scattered her remains along a highway and left some behind a church in a local cemetery.
Investigators indicated that the two men were not the only ones who allegedly helped cover up Briana’s murder. "It became a family affair; he definitely involved everyone in this crime," stated Lt. A. Marbury, Major Felony Unit Commander of the Clayton County Police Department.
Police said Michale’s wife allegedly lent him her car for the trip to Tennessee. His mother and brother allegedly burned his shoes and gloves to destroy evidence of the murder. All three family members are now facing charges. The other man from Tennessee who allegedly helped burn Briana’s body was granted immunity in exchange for his cooperation, according to police.
Despite these developments, Briana’s family members still feel a sense of helplessness. "I’ve been crying every night because I wasn’t there to help her," said Briana’s cousin, Jasmine Walker. However, now that Briana has been found and brought home, Walker added, "I wasn’t going to sleep until she was found, and I’m not going to give up until justice is served."
Briana leaves behind a child, who is now being cared for by family members.
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