A 17-year-old has been arrested and charged in connection with the May 7 shooting death of 19-year-old Zephaniah Thompson on Holden Street, the Jackson Police Department confirmed Monday.
LeCorion Davis was taken into custody on May 12 and charged with Murder. He appeared in court on Tuesday, May 13, where a $1 million bond was set by the judge.
Detectives also announced that an arrest warrant has been issued for Michael Kelly Jr., who is now wanted for Murder in the same case. The warrant has been entered into the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) database.
Thompson was found fatally shot in the 300 block of Holden Street and was pronounced dead at the scene on May 7. His identity was confirmed shortly after, and next of kin were notified.
Jackson Police Working To Identify Person of Interest in Holden Street Homicide
This remains an active investigation. Anyone with information about Michael Kelly Jr.’s whereabouts or additional details related to the case is urged to call Crime Stoppers at 601-355-TIPS (8477) or contact the Jackson Police Department at 601-960-1234.
