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Pedestrian killed in Jackson, driver arrested for DUI

By Kaitlin Howell Nov 9, 2025 | 8:18 AM

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Jackson police announced a driver was arrested after a pedestrian was hit and killed.

The incident occurred on Highway 80 near Ellis Avenue around 11:00 p.m. on November 8, 2025.

Jackson police said a white GMC Envoy struck a 56-year-old man as he was attempting to cross the street. Investigators said the driver was intoxicated at the time of the crash.

Monica Magee (Courtesy: JPD)

The victim has not been identified. Police said the driver, 56-year-old Monica Magee, was charged with aggravated DUI (death).

Magee appeared in court on November 10, 2025, and received a $1 million bond.