Mississippi police say more arrests to come in death of woman found hanging from tree

The Guardian UK Saturday 12 September 2026, 17:16 UTC By Associated Press 1 min read

Key Points

Officials still investigating death of Tasia Fortune, a Black woman, a day after man’s arrest in relation to killingMississippi police said on Saturday they were still investigating the death of Tasia Fortune, a Black woman found hanging from a tree last month, a day after a man was arrested in connection with the killing. Loved ones also painted a picture of Fortune as a mother, athlete and woman of faith who they hoped would not solely be remembered for her horrific death.

Officials still investigating death of Tasia Fortune, a Black woman, a day after man’s arrest in relation to killing

Mississippi police said on Saturday they were still investigating the death of Tasia Fortune, a Black woman found hanging from a tree last month, a day after a man was arrested in connection with the killing.

Loved ones also painted a picture of Fortune as a mother, athlete and woman of faith who they hoped would not solely be remembered for her horrific death.

Mississippi (LOCATION) Tasia Fortune (ORG)

Originally published by The Guardian UK Read original →

Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola said his players were tired but refused to use it as an excuse after being held to a 0-0 draw by Fulham at Anfield. The Reds lacked the energy they showed in their midweek Champions League win over Atlético Madrid as they were frustrated by the Cottagers in the Premier League on Saturday. The result leaves Iraola unbeaten so far this season but the Spaniard was frustrated at the lack of attacking output.

ESPN just now

How England are shaping up for big year of Test cricket

England vs Pakistan: Joe Root's best side in question ahead of South Africa tour and 2027 Ashes series Sky Sports Cricket's pundits assess who stays and who goes with England's batting and bowling lineups yet to be decided ahead of a big 12 months; England tour South Africa before the 2027 Ashes; watch England vs Sri Lanka in a T20I on Tuesday live on Sky Sports Saturday 12 September 2026 18:03, UK England's 3-0 series whitewash of Pakistan brings to an end a tumultuous summer of Test...

Sky Sports Football just now

Man 'murdered in flat' was 'lovable and cheeky' regular at local pub

Man 'murdered in flat' was 'lovable and cheeky' regular at local pub Thomas ‘Tommy’ Carey, of Lambeth, south London, died from head injuries at his flat sparking a murder investigation and his local pub has now paid tribute saying "he was loved by so many" A man who died from head injuries at his flat sparking a murder investigation was a "lovable and cheeky" regular at his local pub in south London which paid tribute Thomas ‘Tommy’ Carey, of Lambeth, 39, died before emergency services...

Daily Mirror 6m ago

England's second-half response crushes Australia

England's dominant second-half performance sees them defeat Australia in the opening game of the WXV Global Series.

BBC Sport 31m ago

Mississippi police say more arrests to come in death of woman found hanging from tree

Related Stories

Iraola cites 'lack of freshness' after Liverpool draw

How England are shaping up for big year of Test cricket

Man 'murdered in flat' was 'lovable and cheeky' regular at local pub

England's second-half response crushes Australia