About Justice for Tomitka
Disclaimer: The content on this site reflects the personal opinions and perspectives of the family and supporters of Tomitka Stewart. All summaries of hearings, motions, or testimony are paraphrased and should not be taken as verbatim transcripts. Unless otherwise cited from official public records (such as court filings or published news reports), statements here are opinion only and not statements of fact, legal findings, or conclusions. Nothing on this site should be interpreted as legal advice or official court documentation.
My name is Andrew, and Tomitka Stewart was my sister. To me, she was always “My Meka” — the name that inspired this site.
I created this website in her honor — a devoted mother of ten and stepmother of three — as a way to share updates, preserve her memory, and keep her story alive. It’s been about one and a half years since she was murdered, and I think many people think justice has been served; this is not correct, and we will continue updating everyone throughout the rest of this process. The top box on the homepage will always be updated with the latest trial information.
From time to time, other family members may share their own thoughts, memories, or videos on the site as well.
This space is meant to keep us all informed and united as we walk together through the long, painful process of waiting for justice in her case. I can barely keep track of the judicial process, so I know a single site to help everyone stay connected is helpful.
The journey through the courts is slow and often heavy, but with your support, Tomitka’s story will never be forgotten. This site is not only a place for our family’s updates and transparency, but also a gathering place for friends, neighbors, and supporters to stand with us, remember her, and continue fighting for justice.
Who Tomitka Was
Tomitka was 41 years old — full of energy, determination, and love. She was preparing to step into a regional manager role at Jersey Mike’s, a milestone she had worked hard for. She was a daughter, my sister, a sister to E., and above all, a mother whose love stretched wide over her ten children and three stepchildren.
She dreamed of building a better future, and she was taking steps to move forward independently from a troubled marriage. What stands out most, though, is not just her ambition, but her strength, warmth, and the way she poured herself into the people she loved. Everyone who crossed her path felt it.
Timeline of Events (according to reports online)
- April 14, 2024 — Tomitka was last seen near 10th and Center in Milwaukee. Surveillance footage later captured her red Dodge Avenger near 11th and Clarke. A gray Mitsubishi pulled up, its driver entered Tomitka’s car, and after signs of struggle, the car was driven away. Tomitka never reappeared.
- April 15, 2024 — GPS data from her vehicle placed the Dodge near Hopkins and Congress around 9:50 p.m., before it was left parked near 29th and Ruby the following morning.
- April 17, 2024 — Police located Tomitka’s red Dodge. Inside the trunk, they found her body. She had endured unimaginable violence — 49 stab wounds and blunt force trauma.
- April 18, 2024 — Police interviewed her estranged husband, Jerrod Stewart, in Minnesota. He had previously been arrested in a domestic violence case involving Tomitka and was out on bail with GPS monitoring at the time of her disappearance. Evidence, surveillance video, and GPS records placed him at the scenes.
Why We’re Speaking Out
Tomitka had endured years of abuse and threats. She was ready for a fresh start — determined to reclaim her life and create something better for herself and her children. But that chance was stolen from her. Her life was cut short by the very violence she was trying so hard to escape.
For us, she was more than a name in a headline. She was “My Meka” — a sister, a daughter, a mother, and a spark of joy for everyone she helped. Losing her has devastated us, but it has not silenced us. Out of our grief has come a determination to honor her story and fight for justice in her name.
This website exists to:
- Share updates as the court process moves forward, keeping family, friends, and our community informed.
- Create a space to remember Tomitka — her love, her strength, and the way she lit up every room she walked into.
- Advocate against domestic violence, so no other family has to endure the heartbreak and loss that ours has.
Seeking Justice Together
The process is long, the hearings are many, and the wait for justice is exhausting. But with your prayers, your voices, and your presence, we will carry Tomitka’s story forward.
Justice for Tomitka means justice for all families touched by domestic violence!