Twyla Cyera Maxwell Weems, 36, was fatally shot at her home on South Pine Lea Drive in Jackson, Mississippi, on February 27, 2023. She was four months pregnant with a son she had named Kyson Kristofer Weems when she died.

Authorities arrested her 41-year-old husband, Ernest Weems, who was charged with two counts of murder — one count for Twyla and a separate count for the unborn child. At his initial court appearance a judge denied bond and he remained in custody awaiting trial.

Twyla worked as a payroll specialist for Jackson Public Schools; colleagues, family, and friends described her as dedicated and kind and gathered after her death for a balloon release to honor her and raise awareness about domestic violence. If anyone knew Twyla or has information about what happened that night, please come forward.