In the late evening of August 6, 2022, a burst of violence in Meridian, Mississippi, claimed the life of 31-year-old Demarco Jimerson. The incident unfolded in the 3400 block of State Boulevard, where Jimerson was discovered with fatal gunshot wounds. Emergency services were called to the scene, and Jimerson was swiftly transported to a local hospital for medical attention. Despite the efforts of medical professionals, he was later pronounced dead. This tragic event was part of a particularly violent weekend in the city, which saw another man killed in a separate shooting incident.
The Meridian Police Department launched an investigation into the shooting. Their efforts led to the identification of a suspect, Eulisa Chanell Barnes. Shortly after the incident, Barnes was apprehended by law enforcement and formally charged with the murder of Demarco Jimerson. The motive behind the shooting has not been publicly disclosed by the authorities.
Following her arrest, Eulisa Chanell Barnes was held in custody with her bond set at $300,000. The case against her is proceeding through the legal system as the investigation into the circumstances surrounding Jimerson's death continues.
