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Family remembers Minneapolis man found dead year after disappearance
Mpls family remembers son a year after disappearance
A Minneapolis mother speaks out after her son went missing during a mental health crisis over a year ago. FOX 9’s Mary McGuire has the story.
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – Jake Poe was always happiest when he was playing sports.
“He loved sports. It’s what fed his heart-baseball, basketball, football,” said Jake’s mom, Tali Nelson.
The 31-year-old beloved son and brother was also known for his caring heart.
“He was a very simple, wonderful, loving son,” said Nelson.
But behind his bright smile, Poe also struggled with mental health issues, being diagnosed with schizophrenia psychosis in 2020. In the days before his disappearance, Nelson knew something was off.
“I knew something was wrong then, that was my first cue. Either his medication…he wasn’t taking it regularly or something was off,” said Nelson.
Poe was last seen on March 26, 2023, and Nelson believes, because of his mental health struggles, his case wasn’t looked into as closely as it should have been. In the months he was missing, she took on the role of investigator to find answers, even calling on family friend and police officer Lou Ferraro to help in any way he could.
“When we are looking for someone, it’s almost like looking for a needle in a haystack,” said Ferraro.
With his help, they were able to pull surveillance footage, tracing Poe’s last movements near ford parkway in St. Paul. In late February, his remains were discovered in the river near Hastings.
“He was just super, super brave and strong. He was an amazing human,” said Nelson.
By sharing Jake’s story, they hope to put a spotlight on mental health, especially when it comes to missing persons in our community.
“We really do have a crisis in our society and in our community and in our cities that is dealing with mental health,” said Ferraro.
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MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – It has been five years since George Floyd was murdered by a former Minneapolis police officer.
On the anniversary of his death, the remembrance of his legacy and calls for police reform echoed throughout the streets of the city as people gathered to pay their respects.
Lighting the way forward
The backstory:
Five years ago, the viral video of Floyd begging for mercy for more than nine minutes struck a chord with millions and helped inspire a call for police reform and justice. The global reaction led to protests, some fiery in Minneapolis.
Derek Chauvin remains behind bars with a sentence of more than 20 years.
The remembrance:
It was a mix of emotions at 38th and Chicago over the weekend as Floyd’s family, friends, and community gathered to remember at the place where it all happened five years ago.
Parts of the festival were lively, including live concerts, local vendors and food trucks. Then the mood ended on a somber note with a vigil, prayer and worship.
Candles were lit in honor of George Floyd on Sunday evening as his family led a march remembering lives lost.
What they’re saying:
Floyd’s family said it doesn’t get easier, but purpose and faith keep them going.
“I woke up, it was really emotional. This was the day that he was actually killed,” said Angela Harrelson, Floyd’s aunt. “It was just emotional. Then I think about how far we have come. How much work is left to do that’s undone.”
“Just thinking about gosh, I wish he was still here,” said Paris Stevens, Floyd’s cousin. “I’m always optimistic that as long as we have breath, we are his pulse. We’re going to keep moving and pushing for justice for all.”
Big picture view:
This anniversary comes at a time when police reform efforts are being rolled back at the federal level.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey said the city will carry on implementing reform.
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