A Memphis woman, Kimberly Moore, 46, has been arrested after deputies discovered the body of her young daughter, who was described as “malnourished and mummified,” in their hotel room. Moore now faces charges of abuse of a corpse and failure to report a dead body following the disturbing discovery.
Strange Behavior Leads to Gruesome Discovery
The incident began on Friday when deputies from the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call about Moore, who was reportedly in the midst of a mental health crisis. Moore had been making strange statements, including claiming that her husband owned the hotel and that she needed to “ensure employees were doing their job.”
According to a probable cause arrest affidavit, deputies arrived at the Home Inn and Suites in Memphis and continued to hear Moore make bizarre statements. However, their concern grew when they noticed “a strong odor emitting from the room.” Upon entering the room, deputies discovered Moore’s daughter lying unresponsive on the bed. The girl was cold to the touch, malnourished, and appeared to be mummified.
Details of the Victim and Investigation
The cause of the girl’s death and her age have not yet been revealed, and authorities have not disclosed when she died, other than indicating that her body had been in the room “for quite some time.” Detectives noted that Moore was experiencing a mental health crisis and reportedly declined to answer investigators’ questions. She repeatedly insisted that her daughter was “still with her” and that she “reads her Bible.”
Charges and Legal Proceedings
Moore was taken to a healthcare facility for treatment before being arrested and placed in the Shelby County Jail with a bond set at $5,000. Her next court appearance is scheduled for Monday. Authorities have not yet indicated whether additional charges will be filed, but the shocking discovery has left the community reeling.
The arrest of Kimberly Moore follows a heartbreaking and unsettling discovery that has drawn attention to the importance of mental health awareness and the need for timely intervention. As the investigation continues, the details surrounding the girl’s tragic death remain unclear, but the charges against Moore highlight the seriousness of her actions and the consequences of neglect.
