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Jackson, Mississippi, saw five homicides and a surge in non-fatal shootings in August 2025, with 18 people injured.

Police Chief Joseph Wade resigned effective Sept. 5, shortly after expressing frustration over the city's gun violence.

Homicides for the year are down significantly, with 47 reported as of Aug. 31, compared to 80 at the same time last year.

Authorities have made arrests in connection with several of the fatal and non-fatal shootings.

Despite seeing five homicides in August 2025, Jackson experienced a surge in non-fatal shootings, with at least eight incidents leaving 18 people injured.

During an Aug. 16 press conference, outgoing Jackson Police Chief Joseph Wade expressed frustration with the string of shootings and homicides, stating gun violence

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