Tupelo Police Arrest Man for Aggravated Assault

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According to the Tupelo Police Department, on August 12, 2024, Michael Owens Jr., 41, of Tupelo, was brought before Tupelo Municipal Court Judge Weir to face charges of Aggravated Assault. The charges stem from a shooting incident that took place on August 6, 2024, in the Haven Acres Community. The incident has raised significant concern among local residents.

Michael Owens JrPhoto byTupelo Police Department

Judge Weir has ordered that Owens be held without bond pending further legal proceedings. The case will be presented to the Lee County Grand Jury for review. The Tupelo Police Department continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting and is working to ensure that justice is served.

Anyone with additional information related to this case is encouraged to contact the Tupelo Police Department. The department remains committed to maintaining public safety and addressing violent crime within the community.