In the city of Jackson, Mississippi, a tragic story unfolded on the evening of January 30, 2021, forever altering the lives of several families. Fourteen-year-old Marlin Thompson, a young male, was caught in a hail of bullets at the intersection of West Street and Mitchell Avenue. This violent act not only claimed his life but also the life of 18-year-old Carlos Stewart and left a 17-year-old injured.
The group was inside a vehicle that had been reported stolen earlier that day when the shooting occurred. Thompson sustained a fatal gunshot wound to the head, while Stewart was struck in the neck.
The Jackson Police Department launched an investigation into the double homicide. Their efforts led to a significant development on February 11, 2021, with the arrest of Lonzarius Bell in connection with the killings of both Thompson and Stewart. While an arrest was made, the motive behind the deadly shooting has not been publicly disclosed by law enforcement officials as the investigation continues. The community was left grappling with the senseless violence that cut short two young lives. Marlin Thompson was remembered as a joyful and kind individual who cherished spending time with his family and friends, and had a passion for sports and music.
