Police have arrested a man suspected of murdering beloved Baton Rouge activist Sadie Roberts-Joseph, whose body was found in the trunk of her car last week. The suspect is reportedly a tenant in a building owned by Roberts-Joseph.
beloved Baton Rouge activist Sadie Roberts-Joseph, whose body was found in the trunk of her car last week. The suspect is reportedly a tenant in a building owned by Roberts-Joseph.that Ronn Jermaine Bell has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder in connection with Roberts-Joseph’s death. Bell reportedly owned Roberts-Joseph over $1,200 in rent, though it’s unclear if the two are connected.
Roberts-Joseph—who founded the Odell S. Williams Now and Then African American Museum in Baton Rouge and is credited with getting Juneteenth, the commemoration of the end of slavery, recognized nationally—was considered a local celebrity. East Baton Rouge Sheriff Sid Gautreaux released a statement following news of her death:
I’m heartbroken that our community has lost such a kind and selfless soul in such a violent, tragic manner. I have known and loved Ms. Sadie Roberts-Joseph for years and admire and respect her dedication to education and our community. … Hate tried to silence Ms. Sadie, but her voice will continue to ring strong for peace and love through the countless people she touched.
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