Draft:Killing of Makeva Jenkins

  • Comment: Sources are mostly primary, based on interviews or first hand accounts. Also this is written like hagiography rather than a neutral encyclopedia article. S0091 (talk) 19:09, 19 May 2024 (UTC)

Makeva Jenkins
Born
Makeva Sekenya Harold
DiedJune 29, 2017
Lake Worth Beach, Florida, U.S.
NationalityAmerican
OccupationEntrepreneur
Known forFounder of The Prime Enterprise Group
SpouseEuri Jenkins
Children3

Makeva Jenkins was a successful entrepreneur and mother from Lake Worth Beach, Florida, known for founding The Prime Enterprise Group. Despite significant personal challenges, including being a single mother and pursuing higher education, Makeva achieved professional success and earned a Master’s degree. Tragically, she was murdered in her home on June 29, 2017. Her husband, Euri Jenkins, was later convicted of orchestrating her murder to benefit from a life insurance policy. The case highlighted issues of domestic violence and financial desperation.

Background

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Makeva Sekenya Harold Jenkins was a successful entrepreneur from Lake Worth Beach, Florida. She founded The Prime Enterprise Group, a company dedicated to helping individuals develop business plans. Makeva was known for her resilience and determination. Despite facing challenges as a single mother, she pursued higher education, graduating from the University of South Florida and later obtaining a Master’s degree.[1]

Family and Personal Life

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Makeva met Euri Jenkins at a New Year’s Eve church celebration in 2009. The couple married and had two children together, with Makeva also having a daughter from a previous relationship. Her family life seemed to thrive, particularly as her business grew successful.[2][1]

Tragic Murder

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On June 29, 2017, Makeva Jenkins was tragically murdered in her home. A masked gunman broke into the house and fatally shot her while she slept. Initial investigations suggested a robbery, but soon, deeper motives were uncovered. Authorities discovered that Euri Jenkins had significant financial troubles and stood to gain from a $500,000 life insurance policy on Makeva.[2][3]

Investigation and Trial

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The investigation revealed that Euri Jenkins had hired Joevan Joseph to kill Makeva. Dametri Dale, a friend of Euri’s, was also implicated in the conspiracy. Dale cooperated with the police, providing critical evidence that led to the conviction of Euri Jenkins for first-degree murder. Euri was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole in May 2022. Joevan Joseph received a 15-year sentence for his role in the murder.[2][1][3]

Legacy

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Makeva Jenkins is remembered for her entrepreneurial spirit, dedication to her family, and the positive impact she had on her community. Her murder and the subsequent trial highlighted issues of domestic violence and financial desperation. Her tragic story has been featured in various media, bringing awareness to the complexities and dangers that can exist within seemingly prosperous households.[2][3]

References

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  1. ^ a b c "Makeva Jenkins Murder: Where is Euri Jenkins Today?". The Cinemaholic. 23 August 2023. Retrieved 2024-05-19.
  2. ^ a b c d "Euri Jenkins Is Convicted Of Killing Wife Makeva Jenkins". Oxygen. 28 May 2023. Retrieved 2024-05-19.
  3. ^ a b c "The Tragic 2017 Murder Of Makeva Jenkins And Her Unborn Child". Grunge. Retrieved 2024-05-19.