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District Attorney Hosts 3rd Annual Holiday Social & Toy Drive
On December 12, 2023, DA Owens held his Third Annual Holiday Social & Toy Drive at 4th Avenue Lounge in Jackson. to deserving children at Canopy Children’s Solutions, Matt’s House Shelter for Women & Children, and Gateway Rescue Mission.
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 2023
We had an amazing time Making Strides Against Breast Cancer at Trustmark Park! It was inspiring to meet so many survivors and to hear their stories and uplifting to see so many supporters! Below are the photographs we took at the event. Find your team there! Making Strides Against Breast Cancer October 28, 2023
A Message from DA Owens
Yesterday, as I drove home after qualifying to run for reelection as Hinds County District Attorney, my son sent me a text message letting me know to take an alternate route home due to a shooting on the route I usually take. A 15-year-old named was shot and killed. It is extremely disheartening that Jackson’s first homicide of the new year, is a young woman with her whole life ahead of her. The area of Jackson where she was killed is one that I drive through often with my children. My son is not 15, but he is not far…
Press Release – Jessica Blount
Jessica Blount Sentenced to 40 years after pleading guilty to murder and arson March 3, 2025 (Jackson, MS) – Hinds County District Attorney Jody E. Owens, II, announced today that Jessica Blount has pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and arson in connection with the death of 41-year-old Anthony Wilson. On June 14, 2023, the Jackson Fire Department responded to a fire at an apartment located at 3540 Sunset Drive. Upon arriving at the scene, authorities found the body of Wilson, who was burned and deceased, placed in a shopping cart in the bedroom. A subsequent autopsy revealed signs of…
DA Owens Speaks at Law Enforcement Fallen Officers Memorial Service
District Attorney Jody Owens speaks at the Jackson Police Department’s Fallen Officer Memorial Service, recognizing the immense sacrifices these brave men and women make to better our community and keep us safe. A call to service, a call to love.
29th Annual MLK Prayer Breakfast
January 24, 2026 On Saturday, January 24th, 2026, District Attorney Jody E. Owens, II and Judge Pearlie Brown Owens had the honor of hosting the 29th Annual MLK Prayer Breakfast at Little Bethel CME Church, a powerful morning of prayer, purpose, and unity rooted in the enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. We were proud to welcome the newly elected Mayor of Terry, Mr. Bruce A. Hopkins, who lifted the room with a beautiful song and delivered a powerful message. Despite the temperature, more than 200 attendees braved the cold weather, which brought together clergy, community members, and elected…