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Handyman Charged with Murder After Elderly Woman's Remains Found Under Shed

Jeffrey Zizz faces multiple charges, including first-degree murder, after investigators discovered Marcia Norman's body encased in concrete in Olympia, Washington.

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Overview

  • Jeffrey Zizz, 47, has been charged with first-degree murder, kidnapping, and unlawful disposal of human remains in connection with the death of 82-year-old Marcia Norman.
  • Norman was last seen on April 1 after dining with Zizz and was reported missing on April 4 by her family.
  • Investigators discovered Norman's remains partially encased in concrete beneath a shed built by Zizz at an unrelated property in Olympia; the remains were confirmed by the coroner on April 10.
  • Zizz, a convicted child sex offender and former pastor, fled to Montana after her disappearance and was arrested there on April 6 for violating his release terms before being extradited to Washington.
  • Authorities have indicated additional charges may follow as the investigation continues, while Zizz remains held without bail in Thurston County Jail.