Person Of Interest with Ties to Jackson Sought in Arson/Homicide Investigation
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Jackson police have identified Demetreous Santiago, 18, as a person of interest in Thursday evening's arson.
Shortly after 5 p.m., Jackson Police and Fire Departments responded to a vehicle blaze in the 300 block of Park Ave. Based on the investigation, a gray 2002 Lexus, registered to Charles Jones, of Bartlett, was intentionally set on fire.
On Friday Jackson police were contacted by Bartlett police who was investigating the disappearance of Jones. Further investigation revealed that Jones was killed sometime on Thursday in Memphis.
The investigation has shown that Santiago fled from Shelby Countyauthorities in Jones' car, and then came to Jackson.
Law enforcement officials have issued a warrant for Santiago's arrest in Shelby County for felony evading arrest by motor vehicle.
Jones' murder is being investigated by the Memphis Police Department Homicide Bureau.
Santiago has ties to Lexington Ave. and Reynolds Dr. in Jackson. He is a black male, 5' 5" in height and weighs 130 pounds. He may possibly have fresh burns on his face.
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Anyone with information is asked to contact the Jackson Police Department at 731-425-8400 or Crime Stoppers at 731-424-8477 (TIPS).