Arianne Tadlas Blog #5

 

The case of Lacey Ellen Fletcher 

            There are a lot of disturbing crimes around the world and one of these is the case of Lacey Ellen Fletcher known to be the woman who melted in the couch.

            Sheila Fletcher and Clay Fletcher called 911 saying they found their 36 year old daughter, Lacey Ellen Fletcher dead on their couch on January 3 , 2022.
            Lacey was known to be autistic and have been experiencing bullying in high school which led to her parents have her homeschooled instead. At the age of 24 years old , her cognitive health left her unable to leave the house and had been stuck in their couch waiting for health assistance. Sheila and Clay left her on the couch with towels next to her so Lacey's feces and urine would be easier for them to clean. It was revealed that it had been 12 years since her parents left her for a weekend trip according to their coroner's office.
            Lacey Ellen Fletcher's body was said to have been rotting. The sight was said to be horrific , her skin was deteriorated and her bones were infected . Insects and maggots were all over her.She had feces in her hair , open sores on her ears and bed sores. Lacey also had multiple ulcers infested with maggots , tested positive in COVID-19 and was covered in her own fecal matter. Sepsis and malnourishment were listed to be one of the causes of her death. 
          In may 2022, Sheila and Clay Fletcher were arrested for the second-degree murder of Lacey but released due to bail. June 2023 , they were re-indicted of murder but a grand jury. On March 20, 2024, they were sentenced 20 years , with a consecutive 20 years suspended sentence.

Comments

Popular posts from this blog

Arianne Tadlas

Arianne Tadlas Blog #3

Arianne Tadlas Blog#4