CLINTON, La. (WAFB) – The mother and father of a female who died in their dwelling bonded out of jail on a $300,000 bond Wed., May well 4, in accordance to authorities with the East Feliciana Parish Sheriff’s Business.
A grand jury has found ample evidence for the parents of a lady who died in their house to stand demo for murder.
A grand jury uncovered enough evidence in the case to stand trial for murder.
The moms and dads are now facing a demand of second-diploma murder. A demo day has not been set.
According to the East Feliciana Parish Coroner’s Business, primarily based on proof, it seems to be like Lacey Fletcher, 36, of Slaughter, was on that sofa for practically 12 yrs. Coroner Dr. Ewell Dewitt Bickham III explained she died on Jan. 3.
“Opened the doorway, walked into the home, there was a stench, an odor, feces, fecal substance, urine, you could not maintain your breath,” described Bickham.
“I have been a sheriff for six a long time, and I have had a great deal of issues transpire here in East Feliciana Parish, but this type of scene, this is by far the worst,” explained Sheriff Jeffery Travis.
The moment regulation enforcement examined the scene, they understood they necessary to perform a even further investigation.
“The father was fully emotionless, the mother’s head was lying down on, in between her legs, she was weeping a tiny little bit,” explained Bickham.
A grand jury of 12 in Clinton billed Lacey Fletcher’s dad and mom, Clay and Sheila Fletcher, with 2nd-degree murder on May 2.
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The coroner’s office explained that the woman’s parents ended up absent on a weekend journey when she died. The mothers and fathers reportedly claimed their daughter had serious social stress and autism.
“The problems in which she was found, it’s just unbelievable,” stated District Lawyer Sam D’Aquilla. “I necessarily mean, you really do not handle any individual or any animal like that.”
Bickham mentioned healthcare data show that Lacey Fletcher did not have a main treatment physician.
“In 2010, the mother and father went to the doctor’s workplace with no Lacey and asked his assistance on what to do. She is progressively not seeking to depart the residence, not seeking to depart the sofa, just completely recluse,” added Bickham.
Bickham said the medical doctor advised her mother and father to carry their daughter to the clinic, nonetheless she was never admitted and no therapy was furnished.
“If you have anybody in your relatives, the concept is if you have anybody in your family with a mental overall health problem or a incapacity, get enable,” said Bickham.
“I hope this indictment brings some highlight to victims of this type of criminal offense,” added D’Aquilla.
WAFB arrived at out to the Fletchers’ attorney but did not listen to again.
The sheriff’s office reported Sheila and Clay Fletcher will be booked into the East Feliciana Jail.
Sheriff Travis mentioned the bond for the Fletchers is established at $300,000 each and every.
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