The family of a woman whose body was found in a Coral Springs canal two months ago said they’re still fighting for answers as her former husband appeared in court Wednesday on a separate charge.

Jeffrey Evans, 38-year-old Jessica Lloyd's husband, faced a judge on a simple battery charge related to a domestic violence incident prior to her death.

Evans had hoped a judge would lift his court-ordered restrictions, but the request was denied. He will continue to wear an ankle monitor and is prohibited from contacting the victim’s family or friends, according to the State Attorney's office. Family photo

Lloyd’s sister, Brittany Lloyd, said the family believed that Evans is responsible for Jessica’s death.

“One is dead and one is alive — and the one that’s dead is the abused, and the one

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