LaMarkus Moore Sentenced to Life for Taylor Street Murder
A judge imposed a life sentence after a jury convicted LaMarkus Moore for the 2023 murder of Joseph Reddix.
Updated on Oct. 2, 2026 in Violence
Hinds County Circuit Judge Adrienne Wooten sentenced 37-year-old LaMarkus Moore to life in prison for first-degree murder. The conviction follows a fatal 2023 shooting on Taylor Street in Jackson.
Why it matters
The sentencing concludes the legal proceedings for the murder of Joseph Reddix, who was found shot inside a parked vehicle. A second individual remains in the judicial process as prosecutors continue to address the incident.
LaMarkus Moore received a life sentence from Hinds County Circuit Judge Adrienne Wooten. Co-defendant Kenneth Gross currently awaits his own trial regarding the same incident.
The players
LaMarkus Moore
The 37-year-old defendant was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison.
Joseph Reddix
The victim was found deceased in the driver's seat of a white Lexus after being struck by gunfire.
Adrienne Wooten
She serves as a Hinds County Circuit Judge who presided over the sentencing of the defendant.
Kenneth Gross
He is a co-defendant in the case who currently awaits a future trial.
The details
LaMarkus Moore fired seven shots through the car seats of a white Lexus on Taylor Street, striking victim Joseph Reddix five times in the back. Authorities discovered the victim deceased in the driver's seat following the attack.
Timeline
February 15, 2023: Joseph Reddix was killed in a shooting.
October 1, 2026: LaMarkus Moore was sentenced to life in prison.
Legal Context
This sentencing follows the mandatory life penalty established under the Hinds County judicial sentencing guidelines for first-degree murder convictions. The outcome reflects the rigid application of state law in response to violent crimes within the local jurisdiction.
The conclusion of this case provides clarity to the community regarding the accountability for the 2023 shooting on Taylor Street. Residents should note that the legal process continues for the second defendant involved in the incident.
The takeaway
The sentencing marks the end of the trial phase for the primary defendant in this fatal shooting. Community members are reminded that ongoing legal developments regarding co-defendants are common in complex murder cases.
Further reading
For more information on local criminal proceedings, visit Jackson Violence.
