Mississippi Coalition Holds Vigil for Domestic Violence
The Mississippi Coalition Against Domestic Violence hosted a candlelight vigil at the state Capitol to honor victims.
Jackson Violence News
Violence in Jackson runs on homicides, shootings, assaults and community responses, and coverage here follows all of it. Reporting includes incidents at public events and the broader patterns of public safety.
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October 26, 2026
Capitol Police Investigate Fatal Shooting in JacksonAuthorities found a man deceased from gunshot wounds inside a vehicle near a city intersection late Friday night.
October 21, 2026
Jackson Police Arrest Suspect in Fatal StabbingAuthorities have taken Lewis Clay West into custody and set his bond at $2 million for the murder of Jerome Fields.
October 12, 2026
Male Died Following Shooting in JacksonCapitol Police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred near the intersection of Ellis Avenue and Bobby Rush Boulevard.
October 11, 2026
One Man Killed in Jackson ShootoutA 32-year-old man died and another person remains hospitalized following a shooting on Kirkley Drive.
October 6, 2026
Darrell Stewart Will Serve 30 Years For MurderA Jackson man received a prison sentence for the October 14, 2026, fatal shooting of an unarmed victim.
October 6, 2026
Jackson Group Held Domestic Violence Awareness WalkParticipants gathered at Parham Bridges Park to shed light on domestic violence in the Jackson community.
October 5, 2026
Man Shot in Jackson Afternoon IncidentA 24-year-old man remains in critical condition following a shooting at a North Highland Avenue residence.
October 2, 2026
LaMarkus Moore Sentenced to Life for Taylor Street MurderA judge imposed a life sentence after a jury convicted LaMarkus Moore for the 2023 murder of Joseph Reddix.
September 30, 2026
Judge Set $1 Million Bond for Jackson Murder SuspectA 21-year-old man faces charges following a fatal shooting at a Terry Road gas station.
September 28, 2026
Brothers Sentenced to 25 Years for Fatal Jackson ShootingA judge handed down 25-year prison terms to two brothers who pleaded guilty to a fatal gas station shooting.
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