The Daily News of Jacksonville reports.Franks, 34, who was homeless, was found dead near a bike trail in Jacksonville February 24.
Her death is being investigated as a homicide and a hate crime. North Carolina hate-crimes law does not cover crimes motivated by the victim’s gender identity, but federal law does.“Jenna was a beloved member of the LGBTQ+ community, and her absence has been felt by her friends and family members,” Robert Wells, FBI special agent in charge, told TV station WITN. “We do not believe this was a random act.
There is a strong possibility the person who did this continues to work and/or live in the community. We believe someone has information to help us get justice for Jenna and her family.”“Everyone I have spoken.