Marquisha Williams was reported missing by her family on December 20, 2023 with her e-boyfriend Trenton Ivy now arrested
The disappearance of 29-year-old Marquisha Williams took a harrowing twist as her ex-boyfriend, Trenton Ivy, was arrested in Racine, Wisconsin.
Who is Trenton Ivy ex-boyfriend of missing Marquisha Williams found dead arrested for her murder
The St. Louis County Police, in a news release, confirmed that Trenton Ivy is now facing first-degree murder charges in connection with the death of his ex-partner Marquisha Williams. The arrest, made on December 22, came as Ivy faced unrelated charges in Wisconsin including using a dangerous weapon, resisting arrest, and fleeing from law enforcement in a vehicle.
All of St. Louis prayed for the safe return of Marquisha Williams, missing since Dec 20. Today, worst fears were confirmed. A few days after he admitted to killing Marquisha, her body was found in Illinois.
4 kids are now without both parents. 😔 pic.twitter.com/1ZitK6biX0
— ashley yates (@brownblaze) December 28, 2023
They found Marquisha Williams body 🙏🏾 pic.twitter.com/IMXRyGTOhS
— Ralo Free/RIPNipsey/RipSkoob/RipDolph/RIPDrakeo (@kjay349) December 28, 2023
Shockingly, at the time of his arrest, Ivy was driving Williams’ 2020 Jeep Compass, raising immediate suspicions.
Authorities revealed that Ivy admitted to a physical altercation with Williams that tragically led to her death. Furthermore, he confessed to disposing of her body in an undisclosed location. The investigation, which involved examining Williams’ vehicle, uncovered traces of blood, biological materials, and personal items belonging to the victim.
The gravity of the situation deepened as surveillance footage captured the victim with Ivy on December 20, the day of her disappearance.
Marquisha Williams’ family now grapples with the immense pain of losing a loved one. Her aunt, Sandy Bagley, spoke to KSDK, describing Marquisha as “very sweet, calm, and nice” and emphasizing her deep love for her four children. Bagley recounted the last sighting of Marquisha with Ivy, dropping off their 2-year-old child at a daycare in north St. Louis. The child’s distress and the tense atmosphere raised concerns for the family, signaling that something was amiss.
“We knew something was wrong. She is always on time when she picks up her children,” said Bagley, reflecting the family’s growing apprehension as they awaited Marquisha’s return.
Where is Trenton Ivy?
Trenton Ivy, currently held at the Racine County Jail is set to appear in a Wisconsin court for an extradition hearing on January 5, 2024. This hearing is expected to be a pivotal moment in the pursuit of justice for Marquisha Williams.
As the community grapples with this heart-wrenching loss, the tragic story of Marquisha Williams serves as a stark reminder of the complexities surrounding domestic relationships and the devastating consequences that can unfold. The legal proceedings ahead may offer solace to a mourning family seeking answers and closure in the wake of an unimaginable tragedy.