Tuesday, 18 August 2015 -World renowned actor, Morgan Freeman, is mourning the death of her step-granddaughter, who was stabbed to death near her New York home.
E'Dena Hines was found with multiple chest wounds outside her apartment on West 162nd Street in the early hours of Sunday morning.
The 33-year-old was taken away by ambulance, but pronounced dead at Harlem Hospital.
Her Boyfriend, Lamar Davenport, 30, of New York City, was charged with second-degree murder on Monday.
Police say he was in a relationship with Hines and was taken into custody at the scene. He has also had a psychological evaluation at a hospital.
The New York Post quotes sources within law enforcement agencies and witnesses who say that he stabbed Ms Hines in an "exorcism".
One witness says Davenport shouted: "Get out, devils! I cast you out, devils! In the name of Jesus Christ, I cast you out!"
Ms Hines was the granddaughter of Freeman's first wife - Jeanette Adair Bradshaw.
The Shawshank Redemption star issued a statement saying: "The world will never know her artistry and talent, and how much she had to offer. Her star will continue to shine bright in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. May she rest in peace."
Ms Hines had trained as an actor and worked with young people.
Below is a photo of Mr Freeman and his step grand-daughter:
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