16-year-old charged with murder after adoptive mother’s body found in trash can

LOGAN COUNTY, Okla. (KOCO) – A 16-year-old Oklahoma boy is charged as an adult in the death of his adoptive mother, whose body was found in a trash can, after he reportedly admitted to killing her.

The discovery of 49-year-old Spring Weems’ body was made last Wednesday after deputies were called for a welfare check by family members who hadn’t heard from her recently, according to the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation.

Deputies initially found two teenagers, who both lived with Spring Weems, at the home in Logan County. After speaking with them, they realized the 49-year-old was not present and began searching the property.

Spring Weems’ body was found in a trash can along the side of the street. She had injuries consistent with homicide…

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