Carla Tajnia Carlani Jo, a 20-year-old female from Roxton, Texas, tragically passed away on October 26, 2021. Carla, who was also known as Carla Hall, was a devoted mother, daughter, sister, and aunt. She was described as a 'kindred spirit' with a 'heart of gold' and was greatly missed by all who knew her. Carla's life was celebrated in a service held at Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church on November 6, 2021.
The circumstances surrounding Carla's death were confirmed by the Lamar County Sheriff's Office as a homicide/suicide. The preliminary autopsy report revealed that Carla died from homicidal violence. The suspect in her murder was identified as 21-year-old Tanner Robertson, who was found deceased at the scene from an apparent suicide. The two individuals resided together in an apartment at the Roxton Arms Apartments, where their bodies were discovered by deputies around 12:30 p.m. on October 26, 2021.
The investigation into Carla's death revealed that she was a victim of domestic violence. The details of the case indicated that Tanner Robertson, who was her partner, was responsible for her death before taking his own life. The tragic incident highlighted the ongoing issue of domestic violence and its devastating impact on individuals and families.
Carla's death was a significant loss to her community, and her memory continues to be cherished by her family and friends. The case remains a poignant reminder of the importance of addressing and preventing domestic violence to protect vulnerable individuals and save lives.
