Long-Awaited Justice: Arrest Made in Cold Case of Georgia Teacher Murder After 19 Years

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LeAnn Spillers Tuggle has sought answers for nearly two decades regarding her sister Doris Worrell's murder, which occurred in September 2006 at her husband's arcade in southeast Georgia. Jon Worrell was arrested on May 20, 2025, and charged with malice murder, felony murder, and conspiracy to commit murder, despite not being the one who pulled the trigger; the case underscores the challenges faced by cold case investigators and highlights advancements in forensic technology. As the investigation continues, Tuggle expresses hope for closure after years of waiting for justice.