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Manchester Woman Charged With Reckless Second-Degree Murder in Infant’s Pond Death

Authorities say Hepay Juma, 26, is accused in the death of her child known publicly as Baby Jane “Grace” Doe.

Overview

  • The New Hampshire Attorney General’s Office announced the arrest of Hepay Juma of Manchester on a charge of reckless second-degree murder.
  • Officials said the charge concerns the death of Juma’s infant, who had been referred to as Baby Jane “Grace” Doe during the investigation.
  • The baby’s body was discovered by a kayaker in Pine Island Pond in Manchester on March 27, 2025.
  • Investigators determined the infant was placed in the water sometime between March 25 and March 27, 2025.
  • Authorities released limited additional information and described the case as active and developing.