Memphis Police: Arrest Made In Jogger's Disappearance

On this photograph offered by the Memphis Police Division, 34-year-old Eliza Fletcher is proven. Authorities in Tennessee searched Friday, Sept. 2, 2022, for Fletcher, who police stated was kidnapped and compelled right into a automobile whereas she was jogging close to the College of Memphis campus. (Courtesy of Memphis Police Division by way of AP)

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MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Police in Tennessee stated Sunday that an arrest has been made in reference to the kidnapping of a jogger final week.

The Memphis Police Division stated 38-year-old Cleotha Abston has been charged with particularly aggravated kidnapping and tampering with proof within the disappearance of Eliza Fletcher of Memphis. A second particular person was additionally arrested, however police stated that suspect was “at present not believed to be related” to Fletcher’s abduction early Friday.

“This stays to be an energetic and ongoing investigation,” police stated by way of Twitter.

Authorities say Fletcher, 34, was compelled right into a automobile whereas she was jogging close to the College of Memphis campus. She was jogging when a person approached her and compelled her right into a dark-colored GMC Terrain after a quick battle. Fletcher was reported lacking when she didn't return residence.

Fletcher is the granddaughter of the late Joseph “Joe” Orgill III, a Memphis hardware businessman and philanthropist, based on information retailers.

Police stated Fletcher continues to be lacking.

“MPD Investigators and officers, together with our native and federal companions, proceed looking for Mrs. Fletcher,” the division stated.