Child’s Life Cut Short
A 2-year-old girl’s life was brutally cut short on June 8, 2019, when she was sexually assaulted and murdered in the Tucker Community of the Choctaw Indian Reservation in Mississippi.
The heinous crime sent shockwaves throughout the community, leaving a trail of devastation and grief in its wake.
Brett K. Hickman, 28, of Tucker, was the mastermind behind this horrific act, and he will now face the consequences of his actions.
Hickman was sentence to 450 months in federal prison for his role in the child’s murder, a sentence that is a testament to the gravity of the crime he committed.
According to court documents, Hickman sexually assaulted and murdered the 2-year-old girl, leaving her family and community to pick up the pieces and try to make sense of the senseless tragedy that occurred.
This case is a stark reminder of the importance of holding perpetrators accountable for their actions, and the need for continued support and resources for victims and their families.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Choctaw Police Department investigated the case, with Assistant U.S. Attorney Kevin J. Payne prosecuting the case.
Hickman pled guilty in U.S. District Court on July 13, 2021, before U.S. District Judge David Bramlette.
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Key Facts
- State: Mississippi
- Category: Violent Crime|Sex Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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