In the quiet, rural landscape of Franklin County, Mississippi, a fatal encounter unfolded on the afternoon of December 13, 2024. James Marshall Woods, a 53-year-old male resident of Roxie, was shot and killed near Old Loop Road. The time was approximately 12:37 p.m. when law enforcement authorities were called to the scene, where they discovered Woods suffering from gunshot wounds.
Despite any medical aid that could be rendered, he was pronounced dead at the location.
The investigation into the shooting quickly led to an arrest. Kacie Deanne Woods, the 28-year-old ex-wife of the victim, was taken into custody. Following questioning by investigators, she was charged with second-degree murder in connection with her ex-husband's death. Kacie Woods asserted that she had acted in self-defense during the incident. However, authorities have stated that they found no evidence to corroborate her claim.
Following her arrest, Kacie Woods' bond was initially set at $300,000. On December 20, 2024, this amount was reduced to $150,000. The case has since been bound over to a grand jury for further legal proceedings. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities continue to piece together the precise sequence of events that led to the fatal shooting.
James Marshall Woods was remembered as a man who cherished his family and had a great love for the outdoors, where he enjoyed hunting and fishing. His family described him as someone with a vibrant personality who could light up a room with his smile and who deeply loved spending time with his children and grandchildren. Funeral services were held for him on December 28, 2024, in Ferriday, Louisiana. He is survived by his sons, daughters, and grandchildren.
