On April 15, 2015, 69-year-old Marguerite Lee Jefferson, known to some as "Martie," was last heard from in Jacksonville, Florida. Her daughter, with whom she spoke daily, grew concerned after not hearing from her and went to her mother's apartment on Spring Park Road. Upon entering, she found her mother's purse and ID, but Marguerite was gone. This uncharacteristic silence was the beginning of a grim and unsettling case that would soon point toward foul play within her own family.
The investigation into Marguerite's disappearance quickly focused on her 22-year-old grandson, David Deron Jefferson, Jr., who had been living with her for about a year. Investigators discovered evidence within the apartment that suggested Marguerite had been killed there. This evidence included traces of her blood. The case took a darker turn when neighbors came forward with disturbing information.
They recounted helping David carry a large, heavy box to a dumpster at the apartment complex, unaware of its potential contents. This led investigators to believe that Marguerite's body had been disposed of in the trash. Following this lead, the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office conducted a search of the Trail Ridge Landfill, but their efforts to find her were unsuccessful.
In a significant development, David Jefferson, Jr. was arrested and charged with his grandmother's murder and the fraudulent use of her credit cards. He allegedly admitted to using the credit cards but denied any knowledge of his grandmother's whereabouts. However, the legal proceedings took an unexpected turn when a judge, after reviewing a psychological evaluation, ruled that David was not competent to stand for prosecution. This ruling left the case in a state of unresolved grief for Marguerite's loved ones. The official investigation confirmed that foul play was suspected, and while her grandson was charged, the subsequent legal determination has left the quest for justice in limbo. Despite the charges and the evidence found, Marguerite Lee Jefferson's body has never been recovered, and the full story of her final moments remains a painful mystery.Last Seen: Apr 15, 2015
