Elizabeth City Woman Arrested for Fatally Running Over Husband with Car While Driving Impaired

Elizabeth City, North Carolina – A tragic incident unfolded in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, when Tyisha Louella Major was arrested and charged with the murder of her husband, Jermaine Calvin Major, after allegedly running him over with her car. The events transpired in February when police responded to a crash involving a pedestrian in the early hours at White and Walson Street.

Upon arrival at the scene, authorities discovered 43-year-old Jermaine Major pinned beneath a sedan, the vehicle driven by his wife, Tyisha Major. Investigations revealed that Tyisha Major was reportedly impaired during the time of the crash, leading to initial charges of driving while impaired and felony death by a motor vehicle.

On March 18, Elizabeth City police took Tyisha Major into custody for the harrowing crime of murdering her husband. In the aftermath, Tyisha Major’s daughter spoke to the media, highlighting a history of abuse by Jermaine Major and implying that the fatal incident may have been an attempt by Tyisha Major to escape from a dangerous situation.

Currently detained without bond at Albemarle District Jail, Tyisha Major awaits further legal proceedings surrounding the tragic demise of her husband. The case has brought to light the complex dynamics within the Major family, shedding light on potential underlying issues that may have contributed to the devastating outcome. Stay tuned for more updates as this story continues to unfold.