Three Charged in Delaware, Ohio Mother’s Murder
An 18-year-old daughter, Bryanna Dutcher, has been charged with the murder of her mother, Tamela Dutcher, 55, in Delaware, Ohio. Two other individuals, Dajameous Payne and Christian Evans, are also facing murder charges in connection with the case.
Cleveland Akron, OH, August 18, 2026 —
Delaware, Ohio – Three individuals, including an 18-year-old daughter, have been charged in connection with the death of Tamela Dutcher, 55, in Delaware, Ohio. Bryanna Dutcher, the daughter of the victim, is facing a murder charge.
Also charged with murder in the case are Dajameous Payne and Christian Evans. Specific details regarding the sequence of events, the relationship between the three charged individuals, or the exact cause and manner of Tamela Dutcher’s death were not immediately available.
The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office is handling the investigation. Further information regarding the investigation’s progress, the discovery of Tamela Dutcher’s death, and the timeline leading to the arrests has not been released.
Authorities have not yet provided details on potential court dates or the legal proceedings that will follow these charges.
Story summarized from the original created by Cliff Pinckard on www.cleveland.com, see more information here.
