On the evening of January 12, 2021, 41-year-old Rita Uanita Farris was shot and killed near 6 Carruthers Drive in Jackson, Tennessee. Police responded about 5:30 p.m.; emergency medics transported Farris to a local hospital, where she was later pronounced deceased.

Investigators with the Jackson Police Department determined the shooting did not appear to be random. The inquiry led to the arrest of a 17-year-old female, who was charged with second-degree murder. Authorities said they were not actively seeking anyone else and have not released details about a motive or the relationship between Farris and the accused.

If anyone knew Rita Farris or saw activity around Carruthers Drive that evening, please share information that could help the ongoing investigation.