From the BG Ad Group Studio this is your news minute on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast presented by Credit Union of Georgia. Today is Wednesday, March 13th, and I'm Keith Ippolito.

Man Indicted for Murder in Fatal Beating of West Cobb Mother

41-year-old Charles Franklin Cook of Marrietta has been indicted for the murder of Melinda Jolly, a mother of four. The incident took place on January 17. The charges against Cook include malice murder, felony murder, aggravated assault related to family violence, and cruelty to children.

Cook has a previous charge for child cruelty while under the influence of alcohol. As of now, he is being held at Cobb jail without any provision for bond.

Here is Jill Thompson talking about her cousin Melinda’s death:

***JILL THOMPSON***

A fundraising page established by Melinda's elder sister, Kathleen Jolly, has successfully raised more than $46,000. The funds will be used to support the care and upbringing of three of Melinda's children. Donations to support Melinda Jolly's children can be made through a dedicated GoFundMe page.

For more news about our community, visit mdjonline.com. For the Marrietta Daily Journal Podcast, I'm Keith Ippolito.

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