Brandon Barnes is charged with the murder of his wife, Jessica Barnes, who was allegedly strangled to death on August. 2, 2024. Jessica was not reported missing until September 10, and her remains were found one week later in the Twin Lakes area of Pickens County, South Carolina. Prosecutors say Brandon enlisted the help of his lover, Kendall Mims, and also Victoria Tippett to help dispose of Jessica's body. Mims and Tippett are both charged with accessory after the fact and obstruction of justice.