Phillip Thames Jr., 23, was found fatally shot on Brown Street in Jackson, Mississippi on February 9, 2026. The Jackson Police Department opened a homicide investigation after the discovery on a cold February evening that left his family and community grieving.

Investigators identified two people believed responsible. Tatiana Johnson was arrested in Adams County and returned to Jackson. A second suspect, 32-year-old Cadarius Towers, was later located and taken into custody. Both Johnson and Towers were charged with capital murder and with being a felon in possession of a firearm.

Authorities say the investigation is ongoing as they continue to develop a complete account of what happened that day and seek additional information from anyone who might help the family obtain closure.

If anyone has information about Phillip Thames Jr. or the events on Brown Street, please share what you know.