Marshall Co. woman murdered in ‘targeted’ attack

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A woman murdered last week in Marshall County was killed in a targeted attack, according to Kentucky State Police.

The body of 49-year-old Lia M. Thompson was found by the Benton Police Department on Wednesday afternoon at approximately 2:00 at her residence.

State police said at the time that Thompson “was located deceased inside her residence with injuries indicating foul play.”

On Sunday, state police stated: “At this time, Thompson’s murder is believed to have been a targeted incident, indicating that there is not an ongoing threat to the general public.”

The investigation continues.

Anyone with information regarding Thompson’s death is asked to contact Kentucky State Police at 270-856-3721. Citizens may also report tips confidentially through the KSP website Tip Form.

(Photo: Lia M. Thompson, courtesy of Collier Funeral Home)

By Ken Howlett, News Director

Contact Ken at ken@k105.com

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