Woman Arrested for Killing Son and Stuffing His Body in a Suitcase, Say US Marshals
U.S. Marshals on Thursday arrested a woman accused of killing her 5-year-old son and stuffing his body in a suitcase, officials said.
Arrest Made in California
Dejaune Anderson, the suspect, was arrested in Arcadia, California, in Los Angeles County, on a warrant issued out of Indiana. Indiana State Police said in a release that Anderson was apprehended while attempting to board a train.
Charges and Accusations
Anderson faces charges of murder, neglect of a dependent resulting in death, and obstruction of justice, all of which are felony charges.
Tip Leads to Arrest
Anderson was found after investigators received a tip from a “concerned citizen” that she was in California.
Accomplice Also Arrested
Another woman, Dawn Coleman, was arrested in connection with the case. Coleman is accused of helping Anderson dispose of her son’s body.
Body Found in Southern Indiana
The body of Cairo Jordan, Anderson’s 5-year-old son, was discovered inside a suitcase in rural southern Indiana. Authorities believe he was killed in Kentucky and his body was dumped in Indiana.
Cause of Death
An autopsy revealed that Cairo died from vomiting and diarrhea, which led to dehydration.
Police issued an arrest warrant in 2022 for Anderson for the death of Cairo Jordan, whose body was tragically found in a suitcase on the side of the road.
The Indiana State Police have expressed relief and excitement about Anderson’s arrest, affirming their determination to ensure justice for Cairo.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
