A mother’s pain is reverberating across communities in Saint Lucia as Theresa John makes a heartfelt plea for help in finding the body of her son, Jahfari Joseph, who was murdered in New York.
Despite a suspect being charged for the crime, the remains of the 40-year-old Joseph, of Saint Lucian descent, have yet to be located.
He was last seen on December 29, 2024. Days later, on January 7, 2025, 61-year-old Timothy Timmons was charged but has not disclosed the location of the body.
In a video posted on Facebook, John has pleaded for assistance, asking anyone with information to come forward with information about the location of her son’s body.
Visibly grief-stricken, John, her voice trembling, pleaded: “It’s been 13 days since my son was murdered, and we still can’t find his body. I’m asking anyone who has information, please come forward.
“Whoever knows and doesn’t want to talk, you have a mother too and I’m sure you have a sister, you have a brother. Please, I’m begging you – come forward.”
The tragedy has rippled far beyond Plattsburgh, New York where Joseph lived, touching hearts in Saint Lucia, where his roots lie. Several residents have been supporting John and calling on others to help her find closure.
John’s plea is not just about justice but about dignity. She wants to give her son the burial he deserves and to have a place to mourn him properly.
“This is so hard. If you’re a parent or even just a human being… please, I need answers…. I need to know where my son’s body is,” she pleaded.
I am really sorry to hear this. However, not sure if you have already done do – feel free to reach out to those with the authority to assist. I have provided you with information for the powers that be:
Governor NYS: Honorable Kathy Hochul
1-518-474-8390 | Office hours: 9:00am to 5:00pm
Wendell K Hughes is the 30th Mayor of the City of Plattsburgh. His 4 year term began on January 1, 2025
Mayor’s Office Contact information
41 City Hall Place
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Phone:
518-563-7701
Fax: 518-563-7367
Contact Mayor’s Office
mediarequest@cityofplattsburgh-ny.gov
Rev. Al Sharpton
National Action Network
Crisis Department
106 W. 145th Street
Harlem, New York 10039
(212) 690-3070
Let them know of your pain and a need for the city to locate your son’s body right away. I believing in going directly to the top for assistance/answers. Praying for you and believing by faith.
Also, the St. Lucian consulate in NY should assist in placing those calls.
Tell the authorities they need to search the parameter of Mr. Timmons and his family’s property with cadaver dogs.