Imagine coming home from work, helping your kids with their homework, eating dinner as a family, and kissing your kids goodnight, only to wake up in the middle of the night to find an intruder. Well, I don’t have to imagine it—this actually happened to me and my family.

On December 4th, 2024, Tramel and I were woken up by JN, who had broken into our family home. To this day, we still don’t know his true intentions. Was he there to kill us, rob us, or harm us in another way? The sense of uncertainty we all carry is overwhelming and daunting.

The only crime committed that night was by JN when he broke into our home and invaded our safe space. None of us committed a crime. Yet, the police and media are spreading false information, painting Tramel and his brother as villains and criminals. But let me ask you this—what would you do if you were in our shoes?

Our family is now burdened, not only by emotional distress but also by financial hardship. We are asking for help to secure the best legal representation possible so we can fight these charges and clear Tramel’s and his brother’s names. The starting cost for a reputable attorney is $40,000 per person. Every contribution, no matter how small, helps. Please consider helping us fight this battle and ensure justice is served. Tramel and his brother do not deserve to spend any time in prison for simply doing what any man would do—protecting their family.

Note: JN has been found guilty in two prior burglary cases, making this his third. He has also committed other crimes, including assault, bail jumping, and theft of property/vehicles.