Mississippi Today is the state’s flagship nonprofit newsroom serving Mississippi and meeting the information needs of communities across the state.
More than two years after Jimmie “Jay” Lee went missing, the remains of the University of Mississippi student and well-known member of Oxford’s LGBTQ+ community have been found.
The confirmation comes after days of rumors flying around Grenada County, where Sheldon Timothy Herrington Jr., the University of Mississippi graduate charged with Lee’s murder, is from.An object found with Lee’s remains fueled the speculation: A gold necklace with his name on it, Mississippi Today reported on Monday. The nameplate matched jewelry that Lee wore in videos on his Instagram that were posted two days before his disappearance on July 8, 2022.
It remains to be seen how this discovery will impact the case against Herrington, who was charged with capital murder and taken to trial by the Lafayette County district attorney in December. One juror refused to convict due to the lack of a body, resulting in a mistrial. The discovery brings members of Lee’s family one step closer to closure, said Tayla Carey, Lee’s sister.
As a nonprofit newsroom, we rely on support from readers like you to make our work possible and keep our storiesIf you enjoyed this article, please consider donating today to support our award-winning journalism. We may write the stories, butLook for the"Republish This Story" button underneath each story. To republish online, simply click the button, copy the html code and paste into your Content Management System .
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Jimmie 'Jay' Lee's remains believed to be foundMississippi Today is the state’s flagship nonprofit newsroom serving Mississippi and meeting the information needs of communities across the state.
Read more »
Mississippi vs Mississippi State Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s College Basketball GameBet on Ole Miss big man Malik Dia to deliver on the Over for his points prop as the No. 21 ranked team faces No. 15 Mississippi State.
Read more »
UNLV Lands Transfer Running Back Caleb Lee from Mississippi StateUNLV bolsters its 2025 roster with the addition of running back Caleb Lee from Mississippi State. Lee brings experience from both the SEC and the Big Ten, looking to make an impact for the Rebels.
Read more »
Mississippi Stories: Landon Bryant - Mississippi TodayMississippi Today is the state’s flagship nonprofit newsroom serving Mississippi and meeting the information needs of communities across the state.
Read more »
Alabama and Mississippi will also honor Robert E. Lee on Martin Luther King, Jr. DayThe U.S. is set to mark Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the federal holiday set aside to honor the life of the civil rights icon. But in two states, Monday is also Robert E. Lee Day in honor of the Confederate general. Alabama and Mississippi recognize both King and Lee on the third Monday in January.
Read more »
Alabama and Mississippi will also honor Robert E. Lee on Martin Luther King Jr. DayAlabama and Mississippi recognize both King and Lee on the third Monday in January.
Read more »