Mom Was Stabbed ‘50 to 60 Times’ by Her Twin Daughters in 2010. Now One Is Out of Prison

**Tasmiyah Whitehead Released on Parole After 16 Years in Custody**

In a notable development, Tasmiyah Whitehead has been granted parole following over 16 years in custody for her involvement in the death of her mother, Jarmecca “Nikki” Whitehead. Tasmiyah was released on August 5 and is now transitioning to life outside prison, although her identical twin sister, Jasmiyah, remains incarcerated and will not be eligible for parole until March 2028.

The tragic events that led to the sisters’ incarceration date back to January 13, 2010, when the two were only 16 years old. On that day, a violent confrontation occurred at their home in Conyers, Georgia, resulting in the death of their mother. Reports have described the scene as incredibly gruesome, with Conyers Police Lt. Chris Moon stating it was the “bloodiest scene” he had encountered in his career.

According to court documents and media reports, the fatal altercation began after the sisters awoke late for school. During the ensuing argument, Nikki Whitehead struck Jasmiyah with a cooking pot, which led to a physical confrontation between mother and daughters. As tensions escalated, Tasmiyah intervened, ultimately leading to their mother being fatally stabbed. Prosecutors explained that Nikki sustained multiple stab wounds to vital areas, including her lungs and jugular vein.

Following the incident, Tasmiyah and Jasmiyah attended school before alerting the authorities about their mother’s death, claiming they had discovered her body. However, suspicions quickly grew as investigators uncovered evidence suggesting the sisters had inflicted injuries upon themselves, indicating their involvement in the crime.

The sisters were subsequently arrested in May 2010 after a thorough investigation that lasted four months. Tasmiyah entered a plea of guilty in January 2014 to charges of voluntary manslaughter, along with making false statements and possessing a knife during a crime. Jasmiyah followed suit, pleading guilty to the same charges the following month.

Both sisters were sentenced to a total of 30 years, comprising 20 years for voluntary manslaughter and five years for the other charges. Tasmiyah became eligible for parole in 2017 but remained behind bars for nearly an additional nine years. The Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles eventually determined there was a reasonable likelihood she would abide by the law if released.

Currently, Jasmiyah Whitehead is incarcerated at the Metro Transitional Center, which serves as a minimum-security facility designed to assist individuals in reintegrating into society. As she awaits her next chance for parole, the broader implications of their case continue to resonate within their community.

The sisters’ grandmother, Lynda Whitehead, has been vocal in her disapproval of the parole processes granted to them. Reflecting on the brutal nature of her daughter’s death, she expressed deep concern that the legal system has not fully acknowledged the gravity of their actions. At a hearing in 2014, she lamented that the sentences seemed to diminish the significance of Nikki’s death, stating, “It is like she is not important; she is the victim, it is like no one is concerned with what happened to her.”

While Tasmiyah’s release marks a significant moment in her life after years of confinement, the mixed reactions from relatives and the community illustrate the complexities surrounding cases of this nature. The balance between justice for victims and rehabilitation opportunities for offenders remains a contentious topic in discussions about the criminal justice system.

As Tasmiyah adjusts to life on parole, attention turns to Jasmiyah’s future and the continued impact of their actions on the families involved. The tragic outcome not only changed their lives but also raised poignant questions about youth, violence, and accountability in difficult circumstances.