NEWTON, Miss. (Queen City Newsfeed) – Newton Police have arrested two suspects in connection to the reported robbery and assault at the Thrifty Inn. Traquan Kidd and Tianna Roberts were apprehended in the early hours of August 2, 2024, following an intensive investigation.
The incident occurred on August 1, 2024, at approximately 2:25 A.M., when officers responded to a distress call from the Thrifty Inn.
Upon arrival, they found an elderly victim with severe injuries. The victim was promptly transported to a hospital in Jackson, MS, and there have been no updates on their condition as of now.
Traquan Kidd has been charged with Strong Armed Robbery, Attempted Murder, and Abuse of a Vulnerable Adult.
Tianna Roberts faces charges of Accessory Before the Fact and Accessory After the Fact.
Additional charges may be forthcoming as the investigation progresses.
Traquann Kidd
Tianna Roberts
