71-year-old husband found guilty of killing wife
September 20, 2024
(Jackson, MS) Hinds County District Attorney Jody E. Owens, II, announces a successful prosecution in the trial of Robert Lumpkin, a habitual offender, who was convicted of manslaughter for killing his wife, Laura Lumpkin and for being a convicted of felon with a firearm.
On August 19, 2022, Jackson Police officers responded to 124 Barbara Avenue in reference to a deceased individual. Upon arrival, the officers discovered a black male with his hands held up in the air, exiting the home. Lumpkin had fatally shot his wife in the neck while inside of the residence. Ms. Lumpkin succumbed to her injuries from the gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene. Lumpkin was arrested the same night and taken into custody.
Lumpkin, a habitual offender, faces a 20-year mandatory sentence for his manslaughter conviction and a 10-year mandatory sentence for being a convicted felon in possession of firearm.
“While this prosecution will not bring Ms. Lumpkin back, we hope it provides her family a sense of closure as they continue to mourn their devastating loss. Lumpkin now 71 years of age will face accountability for this instance of domestic violence that cost his wife her life. We will never tolerate this horrific violence and will always strive to achieve justice for victims and their loved ones, says District Attorney Owens.”
71-year-old Jackson man found guilty in wife’s death
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JODY E. OWENS, II
