Mother of child found dead in trunk faces multiple murder charges
Jessica Maria Motes, 36, has been in jail since October 26 after the body of a 4-year-old girl was discovered in the trunk of her vehicle, according to documents. On Wednesday evening, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation announced that Motes is facing additional charges, including malice murder, felony murder, aggravated battery, and first-degree cruelty to children. Authorities reported that Motes had previously been arrested in Hall County for concealing the death of a child. The investigation into this incident has led to multiple charges being filed against her. Motes' court appearance is expected on Thursday, where she will face these new charges. The case has drawn significant attention due to the tragic circumstances surrounding the child's death. Investigators continue to work on gathering evidence related to the incident. The community remains shocked by the developments in this case.
