Two other suspects were already facing murder charges after Jamal Parker’s remains were identified by DNA.
DOUGLAS COUNTY, GA — A woman described by the victim’s father as his son’s girlfriend has been charged with murder after the mutilated body of 37-year-old Jamal Parker was found in Dog River Reservoir, authorities said.
Ambria Boyd is the third person charged in the death of Parker, an Atlanta man whose remains were recovered May 15 from the reservoir along Highway 166. Douglas County investigators also charged Boyd with false statements and obstruction. Brittany Amber Baker and Mario Andre Barber were already charged with murder in the case. All three remained held without bond at the Douglas County Jail, according to local reporting and jail information cited in the case.
Investigators said Parker’s body was found in the Dog River Reservoir in May, but he was not publicly identified until June 15, when the Georgia Bureau of Investigation used DNA comparison to confirm his identity. Parker’s father, Charles Parker, said he learned that Boyd had been charged after previously believing she was grieving with the family. “She been corresponding with Jamal’s mom like she didn’t know what was going on,” Charles Parker said. He said the new charge deepened the family’s anger and grief.
Authorities said Boyd came forward during the investigation and claimed an unknown caller had given her the name and phone number of Parker’s killer. Investigators later determined that the name she provided was false. They also said Boyd was friends with the person they identified as the real killer, had been staying at that person’s home and had been with Parker a few hours before he was killed. Officials have not released a full account of what they believe happened in Parker’s final hours, and the exact cause and manner of death have not been detailed publicly.
The earlier arrests of Baker and Barber followed a search at a home on Langdale Chase in Douglas County. Deputies searched the property for four days after Parker’s remains were found. Investigators were seen removing items including a reciprocating saw, cleaning supplies and air fresheners, according to local reporting from the scene. Deputies had previously said they were executing a search warrant tied to an active investigation. Authorities later said Baker and Barber also faced allegations connected to drug and identity fraud cases, including accusations involving stolen driver’s licenses, manufactured IDs, license plates and registrations.
Parker’s death drew attention across metro Atlanta because of the condition of his remains and the long wait before his body was identified. His father said tattoos helped the family recognize that the remains might be Parker’s before DNA testing confirmed it. Family members described Parker as a bartender, musician and visual artist who enjoyed creating drinks and meeting people. A fundraiser organized by relatives said Parker was killed by people he knew and trusted. Investigators have not publicly explained the relationships among all three suspects, beyond the information released about Boyd’s alleged contact with Parker and the others.
Baker and Barber have pleaded not guilty, according to reports from their court appearance. Boyd’s court status was not immediately detailed in the latest public reports. The case remains active, and investigators have said more arrests are possible. Charles Parker said detectives told him the case may not be complete. “I hope they get them all,” he said. He also said the family has not been able to hold a traditional funeral because of the condition of his son’s body.
Authorities have not announced a motive, and they have not said whether prosecutors will seek additional charges. The next stage of the case is expected to move through Douglas County court proceedings as investigators continue reviewing evidence from the reservoir, the Langdale Chase home and statements made during the investigation. Boyd, Baker and Barber remained jailed without bond as of Thursday.
Author note: Last updated July 9, 2026.