Monica Plummer’s apartment is filled with memories of her youngest daughter, Treysuhr Carter, who passed away at the age of 14. Even months after her death, the kitchen table is covered with pictures, mementos, and letters of condolence, leaving no space to eat. Among these items is Treysuhr’s favorite durag, a piece of headwear that she often wore out of the house and at basketball games. Plummer holds this durag in a Ziplock bag, a memento that reminds her of her daughter’s presence.
The tragic incident that took Treysuhr’s life occurred on December 30th, when she was found lying in the street near their northeast Austin apartment. Despite initial reports labeling the incident as an accident, the family believes that foul play was involved. The injuries Treysuhr sustained, including a traumatic brain injury, a broken neck, and lacerations to her organs, were too severe to be caused by a simple fall from a scooter.
Treysuhr was a vibrant and athletic young girl, known for her prowess on the basketball court and her fearlessness in playing with the boys’ football team at school. Her family finds it hard to believe that she could have sustained such grave injuries from a scooter fall on a flat road. The inconsistencies in the investigation and the missing evidence have only added to their suspicions.
The family’s frustrations with the police handling of the case have been mounting, especially after the initial investigation was closed as an accident. However, new information has come to light, prompting a re-evaluation of Treysuhr’s autopsy. Multiple forensic pathologists have reviewed the case and concluded that Treysuhr was likely hit by a vehicle.
As the investigation takes a new turn, Monica Plummer continues to visit the roadside memorial where Treysuhr was found. She tends to the flowers, arranges the solar lights, and ensures that the “hit-and-run” reward posters are still hanging on nearby trees. Plummer remains steadfast in her quest for justice for her daughter, holding onto memories of Treysuhr and the hope that the truth will eventually come to light.
