04/09/2022
UPDATED: 9/6/2022
We are heartbroken by the outcome of this case but are proud of the work of Memphis Police Department. We are glad to have assisted their efforts that led to the arrest of Cleotha Abston.
Our deepest condolences to Eliza's family and all those who knew and loved her.
Previous post:
Here's the latest in the search for Eliza Fletcher, from the Memphis Police Department est.1827:
UPDATE: 9/4/2022
SUSPECT CHARGED
The individual who was detained has been officially charged in connection with the abduction of Eliza Fletcher. At this point in the investigation, Cleotha Abston, 38, has been charged with Especially Aggravated Kidnapping and Tampering with Evidence.
Eliza Fletcher has not been located at this time. MPD Investigators and officers, along with our local and federal partners, continue searching for Mrs. Fletcher.
A second individual, currently not believed to be connected to Fletcher's abduction, was also arrested during this investigation. Mario Abston, 36, was charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Manufacture and Sell Fentanyl, Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Manufacture and Sell He**in, and Convicted Felon in Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Dangerous Felony.
This remains to be an active and ongoing investigation.
We continue to ask for assistance from the community. If anyone has any information concerning this investigation, they should call CrimeStoppers at 901-528-CASH.
Previously reported:
***Update from Memphis Police Department tweet indicates "the vehicle of interest has been located, and a male who was occupying the vehicle has been detained. Eliza Fletcher has not been located. This is an ongoing investigation. Anyone with information should call CrimeStoppers at 901-528-CASH."
***UPDATE: We have updated the poster to include new information about the vehicle being sought...a dark-colored GMC Terrain.
At the request of our partners at the Memphis Police Department, we are asking for your help in locating Eliza “Liza” Fletcher.
She was forced into a vehicle this morning in midtown Memphis while running at approximately 4:30 a.m.
Investigators believe Eliza’s abductors were in the vehicle pictured below. It’s a dark-colored SUV. There is no known direction of travel.
We've also included a photo released by MPD of Eliza while she was running this morning.
Liza is 34 years old. She 5’6”, 137 lbs., with brown hair, and green eyes. She was wearing a pink jogging top and purple running shorts.
If you have seen Eliza or this vehicle or have information about their location, call MPD at 901-528-CASH (2274), 901-545- COPS (2677), or TBI at 1-800-TBI-FIND.
