In the quiet early hours of May 17, 2025, the life of 44-year-old Anthony Glen Owens Jr. was tragically cut short in a burst of gunfire. A male, Owens was with three other men on a porch in the 100 block of Lincoln Court in Summit Township, just outside of Jackson, Michigan, when the peaceful scene was shattered. Shortly after midnight, at least three unidentified shooters opened fire on the small gathering before fleeing the scene.
All four men on the porch were struck by the gunfire.
First responders rushed to the chaotic scene, and Owens was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. The three other victims, aged 42, 43, and 63, were also hospitalized but were expected to survive their wounds. The Jackson County Sheriff's Office immediately launched a homicide investigation into Owens' death, cordoning off the porch as they began the search for evidence and answers.
In the weeks that followed the shooting, investigators worked to piece together the events of that night. Detectives executed six search warrants at various locations across Jackson County in connection with the killing, signaling a broad and active investigation. Despite these efforts, authorities have not yet publicly identified any suspects or made any arrests in the case. The investigation remains ongoing, with the Sheriff's Office appealing to the public for any information that might lead to the apprehension of those responsible for the death of Anthony Owens. The community, particularly the family of Owens, whose mother Wanda 'Mama Tu-Tu' Beavers is a well-known local figure, awaits justice.
