The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) are currently seeking one or more suspects in connection with the discovery of four bodies in Northwest Tennessee, events which are notably linked to an earlier case of an abandoned infant. As reported by Action News 5, the bodies were identified as the baby's father, 21-year-old Matthew Wilson; mother, 20-year-old Adrianna Williams; maternal grandmother, 38-year-old Cortney Rose; and maternal uncle, 15-year-old Braydon Williams. The dead were found on Tuesday night on Carrington Road in Tiptonville, Lake County.
The TBI spokesperson has confirmed these deaths to be homicides. Lake County Sheriff Bryan Avery stated that the TBI would take over the investigation to "assure the public that the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is leading this case with the highest level of diligence and professionalism," according to a statement obtained by Action News 5. The district attorney, Danny Goodman, indicated the belief that this is an isolated incident, suggesting there doesn't need to be heightened concern for community safety.
Earlier in the case, the abandoned seven-month-old girl was found in a car seat by a resident on Old Highway 20 near Tigrett, Dyer County. Following the child’s discovery, Dyer County deputies were looking to speak with the now-deceased family members in connection to the abandonment. Dyer Co. Sheriff Jeff Box articulated in an interview with Action News 5, the commitment of local law enforcement to "uncover the truth and ensuring justice is served."
Danny Goodman Jr., the district attorney overseeing the case, has openly linked the abandoned baby to the deceased individuals. In a report by WREG, a witness's call to 911 described a dark-colored minivan or white midsize SUV as potentially involved in the baby's abandonment. The case continues to be shrouded in mystery, not only regarding the cause of death but also how the infant ended up abandoned at an out-of-the-way location.
Local communities are reeling from the tragedy, which has touched many lives. Amy Anderson, a family friend, told WREG, "They were really good people, Adrianna was the sweetest person, she loved being a mama."
