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Anadarko Today
By the People, for the People
New Court Dates Set in Athena Brownfield Murder Case
The 4-year-old's caregivers face charges of murder and child neglect after her body was found buried in 2023.
Published on Feb. 23, 2026
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New court dates have been set for Ivon and Alysia Adams, the two caregivers charged in the 2023 murder of 4-year-old Athena Brownfield. Athena was reported missing from her Cyril, Oklahoma home in January 2023, and her body was later found buried in a shallow grave. Ivon is expected to be arraigned on charges of second-degree murder, child neglect, and unlawful removal of a body, while Alysia faces first-degree murder and child neglect charges. Athena's biological mother, Jasmin Brownfield, who legally changed her name to Karma Tucker, is also expected to go to trial on two counts of child neglect.
Why it matters
This case has garnered significant attention due to the tragic circumstances surrounding Athena's death, the alleged abuse and neglect she suffered, and the ongoing legal proceedings against her caregivers and biological mother. It highlights the importance of child welfare and the need for stronger safeguards to protect vulnerable children.
The details
Athena and her 5-year-old sister were under the care of Ivon and Alysia Adams for about a year and a half prior to Athena's death. Investigators say the pair starved Athena, who only weighed 23 pounds, and that Ivon beat her to death on Christmas Day 2022 before burying her body in a shallow grave. The State Medical Examiner ruled Athena's cause of death as acute pneumonia made worse by malnutrition.
- Athena was reported missing from her Cyril, Oklahoma home in January 2023.
- Athena's body was later found buried in a shallow grave.
- Ivon is expected to be arraigned on charges on May 1.
- Alysia is expected to appear in court on Wednesday for a scheduling conference.
- Jasmin Brownfield, Athena's biological mother, is expected to go to trial on two counts of child neglect on April 1.
The players
Ivon Adams
One of the caregivers charged with Athena Brownfield's murder and child neglect.
Alysia Adams
Ivon Adams' estranged wife, who is also charged with first-degree murder and child neglect in Athena Brownfield's case.
Jasmin Brownfield
Also known as Karma Tucker, Athena Brownfield's biological mother, who is expected to go to trial on two counts of child neglect.
What’s next
The judge in Ivon Adams' case will decide on May 1 whether or not to allow him out on bail. Alysia Adams is expected to appear in court on Wednesday for a scheduling conference, and a trial date has not yet been set for her case. Jasmin Brownfield, Athena's biological mother, is expected to go to trial on two counts of child neglect on April 1.
The takeaway
This tragic case highlights the urgent need for stronger child welfare policies and better protection for vulnerable children. It also underscores the importance of thorough investigations and swift legal action to hold those responsible for such heinous crimes accountable.
