Mississippi man accused of killing his wife, burning her car, as authorities search for her remains

Mississippi authorities are searching for the remains of a woman whose husband has been accused of murder and arson in connection with her disappearance.

The suspect, identified as 41-year-old Terry Lynn Smith, is alleged to have killed his wife, 27-year-old Jamie Smith, before incinerating her car. He has been charged with capital murder and arson in the second degree.

According to local law enforcement, Jamie Smith was last seen on August 8th, 2020, at her residence in the small town of Tippo, MS. Detectives later discovered her car had been burned, and traces of accelerant were identified at the scene. A search of Terry Lynn Smith’s home yielded evidence linking him to the crime.

The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are actively searching for Jamie Smith’s remains. In a statement, the Misssissippi Bureau of Investigation (MBI) said, “We are doing everything possible to bring closure and justice to Jamie Smith’s family.”

The case has shocked the close-knit community of Tippo, where the Smiths had lived for many years. “It’s a tragedy,” said one neighbor. “We just want to know where Jamie is.”

Terry Lynn Smith is currently in custody and awaiting trial. If convicted, he could face the death penalty.