xp_newscast | Church of Humanity plans to picket funeral of mutant

MIAMI, TX - The Church of Humanity has issued a statement saying it will protest the funeral of a slain mutant in Roberts County, Texas on Sunday.

Elizabeth Jacobs, 23, a visible mutant and transgender woman, was found in her home Monday morning after a friend called for a wellness check, as she hadn't heard from Jacobs in several days.

A representative of the Church stated it's the group's right to picket the funeral, and that they are doing "God's work" by protesting the honoring of a mutant, which is considered an "abomination," by the church. Followers across the country have been picketing mutant funerals and other events for several months.

Jacobs' family could not be reached for comment.

The Church of Humanity's statement said the group will protest outside of the auditorium where the public funeral is being held, and in a “lawful proximity” of the service.

The police are still investigating Jacob's death.