Erin Last, 54, was found shot to death on Breezy Shores Cove in Lakeland, Tennessee, on January 14, 2023. According to authorities, her killing was linked to a violent crime spree that day that also included a home invasion and an attempted carjacking in the Lakeland area.

Investigators arrested two men, including 24-year-old Demarquarious Smith, on February 10, 2023. A Shelby County Grand Jury later indicted both on multiple charges related to the incidents, including first-degree murder in Last’s death, especially aggravated burglary, convicted felon in possession of a firearm, attempted carjacking, and employing a firearm during a felony. Smith faces additional counts of kidnapping, robbery, and burglary. Both were being held in the Shelby County Jail pending further court action.

If anyone in Lakeland remembers unusual activity on January 14, 2023, or has information about the events that day, please share what you know with investigators.