twiw-horizontal-trans-150h
Is there a story you think we should be covering? Have a tip on something we should look at?
Contact Us

Indictment for Murder in Joanna Brown Case

By Tom Marino | June 11, 2026
Last Updated: June 11, 2026

WORCESTER – The office of Worcester County District Attorney Joe Early Jr. announced an indictment in connection with the death of Joanna Brown, 30, of Worcester, in November 2025.

A Worcester County Grand Jury handed up an indictment for murder against Donovan Foster, 29, of Worcester.

Foster faced arraignment for carrying a loaded firearm without a license in Worcester District Court on Nov.14. A judge ordered Foster held after a dangerousness hearing.

The indictment moves the case to Worcester Superior Court, where arraignment is expected on July 17.

Worcester Police discovered Brown’s body in a vehicle on Mount Vernon Street on Nov. 3, 2025. Her family reported her missing on Nov. 2, 2025.

Follow us on The016.com, the social network for Worcester and you!