By Jade Bulecza
May 20, 2021 | 6:23 PM
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A violent crime in Fondren neighborhood happened in early May, and many neighbors feel uneasy. A man pistol-whipped, shot and robbed a woman.
The crime caused her to move out of state, and Jackson police said the suspect is still at large. Neighbors said they’re experiencing other crime issues, including stolen items, broken items and stolen cars.
Crime has gone up in the Fondren neighborhood through the years, according to Gregory Rice who’s lived in the neighborhood for about 27 years.
“I have seen an increase over the years. With this pandemic going on and homeless folks especially there coming through this community. We got two halfway houses here which is understandable. They need assistance help. You can’t knock that, but over the years, it has increased,” said Rice.