Jackson, TN, man charged in 'domestic-related' homicide

Victim suffered blunt force trauma and strangulation, police say

Published on Mar. 11, 2026

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A 32-year-old Jackson, Tennessee, man has been charged with first-degree murder in what police are calling a 'domestic-related' homicide. The victim, 58-year-old Michelle Lynn Lee, was found dead in her home with visible bruising on her body, and preliminary findings indicate she died from strangulation and blunt force trauma.

Why it matters

Domestic violence homicides are a tragic and all-too-common occurrence, with intimate partner violence being a leading cause of death for women. This case highlights the need for greater awareness, prevention efforts, and support services to protect vulnerable individuals in abusive situations.

The details

According to the Jackson Police Department, Montre Johnson called officers to perform a welfare check at a home on Alexander Street on Sunday, March 8. When officers arrived, they found the door open and discovered that Johnson had already left the home. They found Lee dead in the living room, with visible bruising on her body. The Medical Examiner's Office in Nashville determined that strangulation and blunt force trauma were the cause of Lee's death. Witnesses reportedly told police that Johnson admitted to killing Lee by beating and suffocating her.

  • On Sunday, March 8, Johnson called police to perform a welfare check at the home.
  • When officers arrived, they found Lee dead in the living room.

The players

Montre Johnson

A 32-year-old Jackson, Tennessee, man who has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of Michelle Lynn Lee.

Michelle Lynn Lee

A 58-year-old woman who was found dead in her home, with the Medical Examiner's Office determining that strangulation and blunt force trauma were the cause of her death.

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What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Montre Johnson out on bail.

The takeaway

This tragic case highlights the ongoing need for greater awareness, prevention efforts, and support services to address the issue of domestic violence and protect vulnerable individuals in abusive situations.