MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Memphis woman who stabbed her two, young children to death in July of 2013 has been committed to a mental health hospital.
A judge ruled Tuesday that Jamina Briggs is mentally ill and poses a threat to herself and others.
In late April, Briggs was found not guilty by reason of insanity. Judge Glen Wright found Briggs was insane at the time of the crime.
Tuesday’s hearing was held to determine if Briggs was still ill. Prosecutors had petitioned for judicial hospitalization.
Briggs stabbed her two sons, six-year-old, Nicholas and 22-month-old, Jeremiah on July 31, 2013 then called 911 and told police she’d been hearing voices.
She was charged with two counts of first degree murder, and two counts of aggravated child abuse.
Court records show Briggs had history of mental illness.
At the time of the murders, Briggs’ mother had custody of Nicholas and an older daughter.
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However, family members told WREG Nicholas was with his mother due to family work schedules and child care issues.
The family also had a history with the Tennessee Department of Children’s Services.
According to Judge Wright’s ruling, hospital officials will update the court every six months of Briggs’ condition and progress.
The order also states Briggs can’t be discharged without the court’s review.
