following was taken from a press release distributed by the Dallas Police Department on November 30, 2023:
PAULDING COUNTY, Ga. – On November 20, 2023, at approximately 10:16 pm, Dallas officers were dispatched to 141 Westwood Drive regarding a possible suicide. When officers arrived, they found 36-year-old Jennifer Hester lying on the floor with multiple stab wounds.
Officers immediately attempted to render aid. Paramedics came a short time later and pronounced Ms. Hester deceased.
Detectives collected evidence and identified 37-year-old Brandon Howard of Dallas as the offender. A be on the lookout “BOLO” was issued immediately.
Superior Court Arrest Warrants were secured, charging Smith with Malice Murder (O.C.G.A 16-5-1), Felony Murder (O.C.G.A 16-5-1), and Aggravated Assault (O.C.G.A 16-5-21). On November 21, 2023, Howard was located and arrested by the Loudon County Sheriff’s Office in Lenior City, TN., without incident.
Chief Joseph Duvall noted: On behalf of our entire agency, we would like to thank the Loudon County Sheriff’s Office, the Tennessee Highway Patrol, and all members of the community who assisted us during our investigation.
As this incident involves domestic violence, if you or anyone you know finds yourself a victim of domestic violence, there are local and nationwide resources ready to help. Locally call 911 or reach out to the National Domestic Hotline at 1- 800-799-7233.As this incident involves domestic violence, if you or anyone you know finds yourself a victim of domestic violence, there are local and nationwide resources ready to help. Locally call 911 or reach out to the National Domestic Hotline at 1- 800-799-7233.
