'Heartbroken:' Eliza Fletcher's family releases statement after Memphis police discovered her body | LiveNOW from FOX

The family of young Memphis mom and teacher Eliza Fletcher has released the following statement to Fox News Digital: “We are heartbroken and devastated by this senseless loss. Liza was a such a joy to so many - her family, friends, colleagues, students, parents, members of her Second Presbyterian Church congregation, and everyone who knew her. "Now it’s time to remember and celebrate how special she was and to support those who cared so much for her. We appreciate all the expressions of love and concern we have received. We are grateful beyond measure to local, state and federal law enforcement for their tireless efforts to find Liza and to bring justice to the person responsible for this horrible crime. "We hope that everyone, including media representatives, understand the need for the family to grieve in privacy without outside intrusion during this painful time.” Eliza Fletcher was abducted while jogging in Memphis on Sept. 2. A man approached Fletcher and forced her into an SUV after a brief struggle. U.S. Marshals arrested 38-year-old Cleotha Abston on Sept. 3 after police detected his DNA on a pair of sandals near where Fletcher was last seen. Memphis Police said officers in the 1600 block of Victor Street located a "deceased party" the evening of Sept. 5. The body was identified early Tuesday as being Eliza Fletcher

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