Diamond Bessie grave vandalized

The Jefferson Police Department needs your assistance in finding out more information about damage done to Diamond Bessie’s grave in Oakwood Cemetery.

According to JPD Chief Florentino Perez, on November 4, 2021, the Jefferson Police Department responded to a call at the Oakwood Cemetery, located at E. Webster and N. Main, regarding vandalism at Diamond Bessie’s grave. Upon arrival, Bessie Moore’s headstone and gated grave area including foot marker had sustained damage from malicious intent. The Jefferson Police Department is seeking any information that could help in identifying the person or persons involved in the criminal act. Tips can be made by calling the Jefferson Police Department at 903-665-2432.