On March 12, 2021, 21-year-old Tawon Jackson of Clarksdale and 20-year-old Bruce Washington of Lyon were found dead inside a vehicle at the entrance to the East Park subdivision in Lyon. The Coahoma County Sheriff’s Department responded after a call about 1:43 p.m. Investigators determined both men had been shot while inside the car; numerous bullet holes, mainly on the passenger side, were reported at the scene.

Within days the investigation produced two named suspects from Lyon, 32-year-old Albert Thomas and 22-year-old Trentavious Thomas. Arrest warrants were issued; Albert Thomas surrendered on March 15, 2021, and authorities continued to seek Trentavious Thomas. The public has not been told a motive for the attack.

If anyone knew Tawon Jackson or has information about what happened on March 12, 2021, please share what you know with investigators.