Police Say Achazia was Last Seen Alive at 3am Sunday
Police confirm the identity of the body at Runaway Beach to be 15-year-old Achazia James of Upper Fort Road.
Jame’s body was found by two beachgoers earlier today with what appears to be multiple chop wounds. She was reportedly last seen alive sometime after 3am Sunday, August 18.
She was pronounced dead at 8:53 am.
Meanwhile, the administration of the police force is troubled by this cruel and senseless killing, and is calling upon the public to come forward and assist the police in their investigation.
Anyone with information can contact the Criminal Investigations Department at 462-3913 or call the Crimestoppers anonymous hotline at 800-TIPS (8477).
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Anonymous August 18, 2024, 5:06 PM
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1. Snitches get stitches
2, Informers die.
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