Ratliff Pleads Not Guilty in Fortune’s Death | Jefferson City News

A 51-year-old man, Jarques Ratliff, pleaded not guilty to murder in the death of 29-year-old Black woman Tasia Fortune, found hanged in Jackson, Mississippi. The medical examiner ruled it a homicide, and Ratliff was arrested shortly after. He was denied bail and maintained his innocence in court, while his lawyer declined to comment. The case has reignited painful memories of racial violence in Mississippi, though police have not yet disclosed motive or racial involvement. Authorities confirmed Ratliff had some connection to Fortune, and prosecutors noted she was hanged with a black cable cord—details that fuel suspicion. Ratliff allegedly tried to evade arrest, and more arrests are expected as the investigation continues. The community watches closely for answers. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://krcgtv.com/news/local/man-pleads-not-guilty-in-the-hanging-death-of-a-mississippi-woman More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/aa0d0128b5108c8d Report issues to [email protected].