Tragic Incident Shocks Yankton: Mother Decapitated and Head Stuffed in Trash Bag
In a chilling turn of events that has left the community of Yankton, South Dakota, reeling, a mother was found decapitated in her own apartment, with her head cruelly stuffed into a trash bag.
Details of the Tragic Discovery
Heather Ann Bodden, a 41-year-old woman, was discovered dead in her apartment last Thursday afternoon by three concerned friends who had become worried after not hearing from her for over 24 hours. When the friends entered Bodden’s residence, they were met with a horrific sight – what appeared to be a headless corpse. Police later found Bodden’s head in a nearby trash bag, intensifying the gruesome nature of the crime.
Boyfriend Arrested in Connection to Murder
Craig Allen Nichols Jr., Bodden’s 32-year-old boyfriend, has since been arrested and charged with second-degree murder, first-degree manslaughter, and two counts of contempt of court in relation to the killing. The arrest came after one of the victim’s friends informed the police that she had received a disturbing text message from Bodden on New Year’s Day, alleging that Nichols had threatened her with a weapon. Surveillance footage showing Nichols entering and exiting Bodden’s home on the day of the murder further incriminated him.
Community Mourns the Loss
Bodden’s tragic death has left her family and friends devastated. A GoFundMe page has been set up to help raise funds for her funeral expenses, with heartfelt messages describing Bodden as a bright spark in the world, loved for her quick wit and unwavering love for her daughter. The community has already rallied together, raising more than $6,500 to support the grieving family in this difficult time.
The investigation into this harrowing incident is still ongoing, with local authorities working tirelessly to bring justice for Heather Ann Bodden and her loved ones.
