Justice Served After Years-Long Investigation Into 2023 Killing
Three people have been sentenced in connection with the July 2023 death of 24-year-old Keairis Ford, including the victim's sister.
Tyrone Goldberry of Port Gibson, Tanaysheous Ford of Vicksburg, and Depravious Crystain appeared before Judge Tomika Irving on Monday and pleaded guilty to charges related to Ford's death. The case began at the Windsor Arms Apartments on McComb Avenue. Investigators later determined foul play was involved in the death.
All three suspects were initially charged with capital murder. The Port Gibson Police Department made the initial arrests in the case. Investigators eventually solved the cold case that had remained unsolved for nearly three years.
Goldberry Faces Longest Sentence
Goldberry pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and was sentenced to 25 years, with five years suspended and 20 years to serve. Under Mississippi law, he must serve the sentence day for day, meaning he is not eligible for early release on parole.
The sentencing comes after a lengthy investigation into the circumstances surrounding Ford's death. Goldberry faced the most serious charges of the three defendants.
Victim's Sister Receives House Arrest Sentence
Tanaysheous Ford pleaded guilty to hindering prosecution. She was sentenced to five years, with two years suspended, and ordered to serve three years on house arrest.
Ford is the victim's sister. Her involvement in the case led to her arrest and subsequent sentencing in connection with the death. The sentencing reflects the severity of her actions in the case.
Third Defendant Gets Mixed Sentence
Crystain pleaded guilty to abuse of a vulnerable person and was sentenced to five years, with two years suspended and three years to serve.
All three suspects appeared before the judge on the same day. The sentencing concluded the legal proceedings in the case that had involved the Port Gibson Police Department and Hinds County authorities.
Case Background
The case began in July 2023 when investigators determined foul play was involved in Ford's death. The Port Gibson Police Department made the initial arrests after the case began at the Windsor Arms Apartments. Investigators later determined foul play was involved.
The investigation took nearly three years to reach this point. All three suspects were initially charged with capital murder before their pleas and sentences were finalized.
Three suspects have been sentenced in connection to the 2023 death of a Vicksburg woman, including the victim's sister
The sentencing represents a major milestone in a case that had drawn attention for its duration and the involvement of multiple parties. Justice was finally served after years of investigation.
Related Cases
Other Vicksburg-related cases have been covered in recent months, including a 2025 death that also involved multiple defendants. The current case stands apart due to the victim's sister being among the defendants.
The Vicksburg Daily News reported on the sentencing alongside WLBT coverage of the same story. Both outlets confirmed the details of the sentences and the charges.
VICKSBURG, Miss. (WLBT/VDN) — Three people have been sentenced in connection with the July 2023 death of 24-year-old Keairis Ford, including the victim's sister
The story was covered by both Vicksburg Daily News and WLBT on the same day. Both sources confirmed the details of the sentences and charges.