Indianola Man Arrested by U.S. Marshals for Shooting of Grandmother and 7-Year-Old

Delvin Jones, 22, was wanted for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon that seriously injured a woman and child.

Published on Mar. 3, 2026

A 22-year-old man wanted in connection with a February shooting that seriously injured a 46-year-old woman and her 7-year-old grandson in Indianola, Mississippi has been arrested by the U.S. Marshals Service. Delvin Jones was taken into custody at a residence in Indianola after a fugitive investigation by the Gulf Coast Regional Fugitive Task Force.

Why it matters

The shooting raised concerns about public safety in the Indianola community and the apprehension of the suspect by law enforcement is seen as an important step in addressing the incident and any potential ongoing threats.

The details

According to authorities, the shooting occurred on February 12 on West Percy Street in Indianola. A woman and her 7-year-old grandson were shot and seriously injured after their vehicle was riddled with bullets. A 2-year-old child who was also in the vehicle was not injured. A warrant was issued for Jones' arrest on February 19. U.S. marshals and Indianola police surrounded a residence on Jordan Drive and took Jones into custody without incident, recovering a Glock pistol as possible evidence.

  • The shooting occurred on February 12, 2026.
  • A warrant was issued for Jones' arrest on February 19, 2026.
  • Jones was arrested on March 2, 2026.

The players

Delvin Jones

A 22-year-old man wanted by the Indianola Police Department on a charge of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon likely to produce death or serious bodily harm.

U.S. Marshals Service

A federal law enforcement agency that apprehended Jones as part of the Gulf Coast Regional Fugitive Task Force, which partners with over 60 federal, state, and local agencies.

Indianola Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that issued the warrant for Jones' arrest and assisted the U.S. Marshals in his apprehension.

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What’s next

The judge will decide on Jones' bail status at a hearing scheduled for March 10.

The takeaway

This arrest highlights the collaborative efforts of federal, state, and local law enforcement to apprehend dangerous suspects and address violent crime in the Indianola community.