Two brothers, Kenterius and Daqarius Wright, have been arrested in connection with the robbery and murder of jewelry store employee Jamie Iverson in Indianola, Mississippi. The incident occurred on Friday morning when Iverson was working alone at the store.
According to Police Chief Earnest Gilson, the Wright brothers are facing charges of capital murder after Iverson was shot in the head during a violent robbery. She was rushed to a hospital in Jackson but later died from her injuries.
Local law enforcement, including the Sunflower County Sheriff’s Office, the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation, and the U.S. Marshals, assisted with the investigation. Both Kenterius and Daqarius Wright were taken into custody and are expected to make their initial court appearances on Thursday.
Authorities have not revealed further details of the investigation, but they emphasized the importance of the community’s support in solving such violent crimes. The tragic loss of Iverson has shaken the local community, and officials are committed to ensuring justice is served.
Both suspects now face serious charges, and if convicted, they could face significant prison time. The case remains under investigation as authorities work to gather additional information regarding the robbery and murder.
