Suspect In Bridgeport Murder Arrested in Ohio

BRIDGEPORT, CT — The suspect in the April 6 murder of Bridgeport resident Brianna Destiny McKoy, 23, has been apprehended in Ohio, according to Bridgeport police.

Ainsley Forbes, also known as Derrick Francis, was arrested in Ohio by members of the Solon, Ohio Police Department in Cuyahoga County on Monday. He is being held in lieu of bail of $3 million.

According to Bridgeport police, Solon officers pulled Francis over during a motor vehicle stop, but he jumped out of the vehicle and ran. He was quickly detained, and police found a loaded firearm in the vehicle.

"Francis is being held in Ohio as a fugitive from justice," said Bridgeport Police Capt. Kevin Gilleran. "He is pending arraignment and extradition back to Connecticut, where he will be charged with the murder of Brianna McKoy."

This continues to be an active investigation, Gilleran added, and he urged anyone with information regarding this crime to contact Bridgeport Homicide Detective Keith Hanson at 203-581-5243. Tips can also be left via the Bridgeport Police Tips Line at 203-576-TIPS (203-576-8477).

"I would like to thank the Bridgeport Police Homicide Squad and all our law enforcement partners in Ohio for the speedy apprehension of this violent suspect," Gilleran said.