Tineshia Jackson, 16: Boyfriend Commits Suicide After 1998 Disappearance
Her 19-year-old boyfriend allegedly confessed to killing her before taking his own life.
Investigators believe they know what happened to Tineshia Jackson back in 1998. It was then that the 16-year-old California teen disappeared on March 2 after being seen last at her home in West Covina.
According to The Los Angeles Times, Tineshia was in the area of the 1900 block of Hawaii St., where she lived with her boyfriend, 19-year-old Sean Spenser.
The details regarding the pair’s relationship are unclear. Considering Tineshia was a minor living with a legal adult, the case takes an interesting turn. Still, the facts about her family, school, and personal life are minimal. It was stated that Tineshia had a history of leaving home, sometimes for days at a time. However, the teen would regularly be found with a friend shortly thereafter.
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Additionally, in the days that followed Tineshia Jackson's going missing, Spenser allegedly confided in a friend that he had killed his girlfriend. He was said to be “despondent” and in turmoil.
Then, three days after Tineshia last made contact, Spenser took his own life. Unfortunately, police could not confirm the alleged confession, and Tineshia has remained a missing person.
Tineshia Jackson: What To Know
At the time of her disappearance, Tineshia Jackson stood 5 feet 1 inch tall and weighed between 150 and 170 pounds. She had black/dark brown hair and brown eyes.
Tineshia has several tattoos: her first name, “Tineshia,” on her back or chest (left side); the words “Trust No Man” in an unknown location; and a rose on the upper part of her right thigh. Her middle name is “Rene,” but it has also been spelled “Teneshia Renee.” What she was last seen wearing is unknown. Further, her dental records, DNA, and fingerprints don’t seem to be on file.
Anyone with information about this case is urged to contact the West Covina Police Department at (626) 939-8500 or their local authorities. The agency case number is 98-02560.
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Case Number: 98-02560
Agency: West Covina Police Department
Phone: (626) 939-8500
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