This outcome is unfortunate, but predictable, news,” he said in the statement.

“They kept their promise by bringing this latest piece of evidence before the grand jury. Wheeler Parker Jr., said Tuesday that state officials have assured the family no stone would be left unturned in the fight for justice. Opinion: Till accuser's memoir shows Pandora's box opened by his brutal death is still wide openĪ cousin who witnessed Emmett’s abduction, Rev. “The murder of Emmett Till remains an unforgettable tragedy in this country and the thoughts and prayers of this nation continue to be with the family of Emmett Till.”Įmmett Till, left, and Carolyn (Bryant) Donham “After hearing every aspect of the investigation and evidence collected regarding Donham’s involvement, the Grand Jury returned a ‘No Bill’ to the charges of both Kidnapping and Manslaughter,” the statement said.

The grand jury heard the testimony from witnesses detailing the investigation of the case from 2004 to the present day and considered both charges, according to the statement. A grand jury in Mississippi has declined to indict the White woman who accused 14-year-old Emmett Till of making advances toward her nearly 70 years ago, allegations that led to the Black teen’s brutal death.Ī Leflore County grand jury last week heard seven hours of testimony from investigators and witnesses but said there was insufficient evidence to indict Carolyn Bryant Donham on charges of kidnapping and manslaughter, according to a statement from District Attorney Dewayne Richardson.

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