District Attorney Jody Owens addresses Jackson Police Department’s newest officers at the JPD Police Academy Graduation, recognizing their courage and dedication as they embark on their careers serving our community.
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Press Release-Ameni Olugbala
Funeral Home Gunman Found Guilty in Broad Daylight Killing June 6th, 2025 (Jackson, MS) Hinds County District Attorney Jody E. Owens II announced that a Hinds County jury has found a man guilty in a shooting that turned a moment of mourning into chaos and violence. Ameni Olugbala was found guilty of murder and shooting into an occupied vehicle for the 2020 killing of 25-year-old Walter Hart Jr. The incident began inside Westhaven Funeral Home on Robinson Road, where an argument between family members escalated. As the altercation spilled into the parking lot, Olugbala retrieved a firearm and opened fire…
Press Release-Dontarius Magee
Passenger Sentenced to 30 Years After Guilty Plea in Lyft Driver Attack April 15, 2025 Hinds County District Attorney Jody E. Owens, II, announced on Monday, April 14, 2025, that Dontarius Magee pleaded guilty to four charges — armed robbery, armed carjacking, attempted murder, and kidnapping — all related to a 2021 incident. On November 2, 2021, Jackson Police Officers responded to a shooting incident involving Brandy Littrell, who had been attacked shortly after picking up a passenger through Lyft at the Spring Lake Apartments in Byram. The passenger, later identified as Dontarius Magee, 17 at the time, lured Littrell…
Hinds County District Attorney’s Office to Host 5th Annual Law Enforcement Luncheon Honoring First Responders
Hinds County District Attorney’s Office to Host 5th annual law enforcement luncheon honoring first responders May 15, 2026 EVENT DETAILS Date: Monday, May 18, 2026Time: 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.Location: Front Lawn of the Hinds County Courthouse 407 E. Pascagoula StreetJackson, MS 39201 This annual luncheon honors the law enforcement officers, deputies, investigators, first responders, and public safety professionals who serve and protect Hinds County. This event is designed to recognize the dedication and sacrifice of public safety professionals throughout Hinds County. “This luncheon is an opportunity to recognize the men and women who serve this community every day,” said…
Press Release- Beth Ann White
state v. beth ann white May 15, 2024 (Jackson, MS) Hinds County District Attorney, Jody E. Owens, II announces the sentencing of 52-year-old Beth Ann White who was convicted of four counts of aggravated DUI and one count, of DUI 4th offense. On November 1, 2021, White caused a crash that tragically claimed the lives of Allison Conway and her six-month-old son and seriously injured two other children. At the time of the crash, White, who had three previous DUI convictions, had a blood alcohol level of .273%, which is more than three times the legal limit. Today, White was…
Press Release- Travia Henderson
group fight turned shootout ends in guilty conviction for Aggravated assault august 8, 2024 (Jackson, MS) Hinds County District Attorney Jody E. Owens, II, announces a guilty verdict in the trial of Travia Henderson who was convicted of aggravated assault for his attempt to kill Rodriquez Byrd. On May 27, 2017, Jackson Police Officers found two men had been shot near a home at the 3800 block of Gammill Street. After an argument ensued, Henderson pulled out a weapon and fired shots at Washington shooting him multiple times and shooting Byrd in the foot.Washington was rushed to the hospital where…
Press Release – Jamarrio Bell
Guilty Verdict in Double Murder of Teen and Beloved “Snake Man” September 17th, 2025 (Jackson, MS) Hinds County District Attorney Jody E. Owens, II, announced today that a jury has found 35-year-old, Jamarrio Bell, guilty on two counts of First-Degree Murder in the shooting deaths of 19-year-old Jarvis Birtfield and 57-year-old Percy “Snake Man” King. On the evening of January 12, 2018, Jackson Police Department officers responded to reports of a shooting at Percy King’s residence on Scott Street in Jackson. Upon arrival, officers discovered both victims deceased at the scene. Percy King, a beloved reptile expert, was found lying…