Theft/Property — Jackson, MS — reported 2026-07-08

SUMMARY

A stolen SWAT rifle was used in a triple-murder.

KEY FACTS

  • Incident type: Theft/Property
  • Location: Jackson, MS
  • Date reported: 2026-07-08
  • Suspect: not stated

REPORTED DETAILS

  • The semi-automatic SBR (short barrel rifle) was stolen from the officer's marked department vehicle eight weeks earlier while it was parked at a Jackson apartment complex.
  • The mayor said he does not know the officer's name, but that officer is under investigation.
  • Chief Brackney refused to comment further on the investigation.
  • JPD will be strengthening its rules and protocols for how an officer should handle a weapon that is in their possession.