Charlotte, North Carolina – A 38-year-old man is facing a murder charge after police say he admitted to a friend that he shot his girlfriend in the head during an argument, then abandoned her body inside her car behind a church in Charlotte.
Woman Reported Missing, Body Found Days Later
According to police, Lorenza Inman Jr., 38, was arrested on December 12 — one day after officers discovered the body of 31-year-old Frezja Baker inside her vehicle parked behind a local church.
Baker was first reported missing on December 6, after family members said they last saw her on December 4. That same day, relatives told police they heard Inman’s voice in the background during a phone call with Baker, raising immediate concern.
Surveillance Footage Shows Violent Argument
As part of the investigation, detectives reviewed Baker’s phone and financial activity. Records led police to a Mobil gas station in Charlotte on the night of December 4, just before 10 p.m.
Surveillance video allegedly shows Inman and Baker together inside the store, where police say Inman became physically aggressive. According to the affidavit, Inman was seen shoving Baker into a display case and coolers, then throwing an object “hard” at her, striking her in the back.
The footage later shows both individuals leaving the gas station in Baker’s car, with Inman behind the wheel.
Phone Activity Suddenly Stops
Investigators traced two phone numbers registered to Baker. Police say:
- One phone stopped showing activity at 10:30 p.m. on December 4
- The second phone stopped activity at 8 a.m. on December 5
Authorities say this timeline aligned with the period after Baker was last seen alive.
“That Girl Is Dead,” Witness Told Probation Officer
On December 9, police received a tip through Crime Stoppers claiming Baker was dead and that her body was inside her car.
Around the same time, Inman’s probation officer contacted police after receiving alarming information from a known witness. According to the affidavit, the witness told the officer:
“Y’all looking for Frezja Baker, and that girl is dead. Don’t know where her body is at, but her car is parked somewhere near my house.”
The witness further stated that Inman admitted they got into an argument, “the gun went off,” and Baker was shot in the head.
Admission Allegedly Made Days Before Discovery
When detectives later interviewed the witness in person, they said the individual confirmed that Inman made the admission on December 7, several days before Baker’s body was found.
Police noted the witness shared specific details that investigators believe “would only be known by someone with intimate knowledge of the scene.”
Body Discovered Behind Church
On December 11, police located Baker’s car parked behind a church in Charlotte. Her body was found on the passenger side of the vehicle, consistent with the information provided in earlier tips.
Prior Domestic Violence History
Court records show that Inman has a history of domestic violence arrests, which investigators say added context to the case. Following Baker’s death, police charged Inman with:
- Murder
- Assault on a female
- Domestic violence
He was taken into custody on December 12.
Judge Denies Bond
During a court hearing on Monday, a judge denied Inman bond, ordering him to remain behind bars. His next court appearance is scheduled for January 2, 2026.
Family Speaks Out in Court
Members of Baker’s family attended the hearing and addressed the court afterward. Her aunt described her niece as a trusting and kind person, saying she was:
“Just a good person who met a monster. And she trusted a monster.”
A Child Left Behind
Police confirmed that Frezja Baker is survived by her 2-year-old son, now left without his mother.
A Reminder About Domestic Violence Warning Signs
Advocates note that many domestic violence cases escalate during arguments and periods of control or isolation. Warning signs can include escalating physical aggression, threats, and prior arrest history. Experts encourage anyone experiencing domestic violence to seek help and contact local support services.
The investigation remains ongoing as authorities prepare for upcoming court proceedings.
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