Judge denies bond for Victoria Tippett, citing danger to community
A woman accused of helping her roommates dispose of the body of Jessica Barnes returns was denied bond for a second time. More
November 12, 2025
Jessica Barnes
Investigators believe Jessica Barnes was strangled to death in Aug. 2024. Her remains were found a month later in Pickens County, South Carolina. Her husband, Brandon Barnes, is charged with her murder. Prosecutors say Valerie Tippett and Kendall Mims helped dispose of Jessica’s body.
Mims’ defense: Brandon Barnes created ‘psychological horror movie’
Kendall Mims was granted bond after a judge heard the physical, sexual and psychological abuse she allegedly suffered. More
April 10, 2025
Jessica Barnes’ Mother Speaks Out | Opening Statements Podcast
Jessica Barnes' mother tells Julie Grant about the warning signs that made her concerned for her daughter, along with other top stories of the week. More
February 19, 2025
Suspects in Jessica Barnes’ murder case back in court
Brandon Barnes is charged with the murder of his wife, Jessica Barnes, who was allegedly strangled to death on Aug. 2, 2024. More
February 14, 2025
Woman accused of disposing lover’s wife’s body denied bond
Kendall Mims, accused of helping her lover dispose of his wife's body, was denied bond at an emotional hearing. More
December 10, 2024