Man Freed After St. Paddy's Shooting Arrested Again

Marquavius McLeod back in jail days after grand jury refused to indict him

Published on Feb. 4, 2026

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Marquavius McLeod, who was released from jail last week after a grand jury failed to indict him in connection with a shooting after the Mal's St. Paddy's Day Parade, has been re-arrested and charged with being a convicted felon in possession of a firearm.

Why it matters

This case highlights the challenges of prosecuting gun crimes and the complex legal process around indictments, as well as the ongoing issue of repeat offenders and the difficulties in keeping dangerous individuals off the streets.

The details

Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones confirmed that McLeod was re-arrested on Wednesday night and taken to the Hinds County Detention Center. Records show that McLeod has been indicted on multiple charges in recent years and received a seven-year suspended sentence in 2024 for possession of a stolen vehicle.

  • Last week, McLeod and his brother Michael McLeod were released from custody after a Hinds County grand jury failed to indict the two on charges stemming from a March 2025 shooting hours after the St. Paddy's Parade.
  • In August 2024, McLeod received a seven-year suspended sentence after he pleaded guilty to being in possession of a stolen vehicle.

The players

Marquavius McLeod

A man who was recently released from jail after a grand jury failed to indict him in connection with a shooting after the Mal's St. Paddy's Day Parade, but has now been re-arrested and charged with being a convicted felon in possession of a firearm.

Tyree Jones

The Hinds County Sheriff who confirmed that McLeod was re-arrested and taken to the Hinds County Detention Center.

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The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing challenges in the criminal justice system when it comes to prosecuting gun crimes and keeping repeat offenders off the streets, as well as the complex legal process around indictments and the difficulties in ensuring public safety.