Jackson Police have arrested Kenneth Jones Jr., 22, in connection with a fatal shooting reported in the 4800 block of Churchill Drive on Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025, around 4:50 p.m.

Detectives were called to a local hospital where a 17-year-old victim, identified as Zentavious, had been taken by private vehicle for treatment of a gunshot wound. Police said Zentavious later died from his injury. Next of kin has been notified.

Jones Jr. has been arrested and charged with murder, according to JPD. The investigation remains active.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Jackson Police Department at 601-960-1234 or Crime Stoppers at 601-355-TIPS (8477). All charges are accusations, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.

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