Evelyn Irene Tudor Davenport, 71, was a well‑known Vicksburg woman remembered for her humor, love of family, garage sales and caring for stray animals. On September 25, 2020 she was shot and survived for several weeks before dying of her injuries on October 7, 2020. Her death deeply affected her husband, Kenneth Ray Davenport, their two children, and many grandchildren and great‑grandchildren.

Investigators arrested a suspect in connection with the shooting; the person charged in Evelyn Davenport’s killing was her grandson. He was charged with murder and was denied bond during subsequent court proceedings.

If anyone knew Evelyn or has information about the case, please share what you know with the forum or investigators.