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About the Location
The gruesome incident took place in an apartment on Cleveland Street in Midtown Memphis. This quiet neighbourhood was shocked by the horrific crime that unfolded in their midst.
The Murder
On December 12, 2021, Julian Summers brutally attacked his roommate, Bruce Jefferies, while he slept. Summers struck Jefferies in the head with a hammer, causing fatal injuries.
The Decapitation
After the initial attack, Summers proceeded to decapitate Jefferies with a knife. The heinous act of removing his roommate’s head showed a chilling level of premeditation and callousness.
Stuffing the Body
Summers then meticulously cleaned up the crime scene, placed Jefferies’ body inside a suitcase, and disposed of it in a dumpster. The calculated nature of his actions left investigators stunned.
The Discovery
The blood trail left by the suitcase led investigators to the Broadmoor Apartment complex, where Jefferies and Summers resided. The shocking discovery of Jefferies’ remains sent shockwaves through the community.
The Identification
On December 20, the body found in the suitcase was positively identified as 63-year-old Bruce Jefferies. The confirmation of his identity brought closure to his loved ones and raised more questions about Summers’ motives.
The Sentencing
Julian Summers was sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole, in addition to an extra two years. Despite claiming to be on medication, Judge Addison ruled out a mental break, citing the calculated nature of the crime.
The Future
As Summers begins his life sentence, his defense has indicated plans to seek mental health treatment and potentially request a new trial. The aftermath of this tragic event continues to unfold as the community grapples with the shocking reality of what transpired in their midst.
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