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June 28, 2021

Jackson Man arrested for murder

Gabbi Ferreri

Willie Jones-36 has been arrested and charged with murder in relation to the shooting of John Lee Martin.

The incident occurred on Ford Ave. last week which left the victim, Martin, dead.

Jones fled the scene on a Suzuki motorcycle.

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