The person at the center of this case
Jenna Franks (also known as Jeremy William Franks), 34 years old
Cold Case · Open
5 years waiting · since 2021
JENNA FRANKS
Justice for Jenna Franks (also known as Jeremy William Franks), 34 years old — the trail went cold in 2021, but the truth hasn't.
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suspect
Lead #1Who was responsible for Jenna Franks' death and why is this being investigated as a possible hate crime?
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evidence
Lead #2What physical or forensic evidence was recovered at the scene near Ellis Boulevard and White Street?
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witness
Lead #3Did anyone witness suspicious activity in the area on or around February 24, 2021?
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 locate those responsible, with a $10,000 reward offered for leads.
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clue
Lead #4What circumstances led investigators to classify this as a possible hate crime?
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Source Narrative
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 Found
The body of 34-year-old Jenna Franks was discovered near Ellis Boulevard and White Street in Jacksonville, North Carolina.
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2021-02-24
Homicide Determination
Cause of death determined to be homicide. Case also being investigated as a possible hate crime.
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Case Information
Incident:February 24, 2021
Last Updated:October 21, 2026
Up to $10,000 Reward
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Case Information
Incident:February 24, 2021
Last Updated:October 21, 2026
Up to $10,000 Reward
For information leading to the resolution of this case