The person at the center of this case
Jenna Franks (also known as Jeremy William Franks), age 34
Cold Case · Open
5 years waiting · since 2021
JENNA FRANKS
Justice for Jenna Franks (also known as Jeremy William Franks), age 34 — the trail went cold in 2021, but the truth hasn't.
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suspect
Lead #1Who was responsible for Jenna Franks' murder? The case is being investigated as a possible hate crime—what circumstances led to this classification?
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evidence
Lead #2What physical or forensic evidence was recovered at the scene that could identify the perpetrator?
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witness
Lead #3Were there any witnesses to the events leading up to or surrounding the discovery of Jenna Franks' body?
On February 24, 2021, the body of 34-year-old Jenna Franks was discovered near Ellis Boulevard and White Street in Jacksonville, North Carolina. The death was ruled a homicide and is being investigated as a possible hate crime. The FBI is seeking information from the public to identify and apprehend those responsible for this murder.
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FBI Charlotte Field Office and Jacksonville Police Department
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clue
Lead #4What specific details about the homicide suggest it may have been motivated by hate?
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Homicide Victim Jacksonville, North Carolina February 24, 2021 On February 24, 2021, the body of 34-year-old Jenna Franks was found near Ellis Boulevard and White Street in Jacksonville, North Carolina. The cause of death was determined to be a homicide.
This case is also being investigated as a possible hate crime.
Timeline of Events
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2021-02-24
Body of Jenna Franks discovered
The body of 34-year-old Jenna Franks was found near Ellis Boulevard and White Street in Jacksonville, North Carolina. Cause of death determined to be homicide.
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Case Information
Incident:February 24, 2021
Last Updated:July 23, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:February 24, 2021
Last Updated:July 23, 2026
Up to $10,000 Reward
For information leading to the resolution of this case