The Oxford Police Department and the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office have confirmed the human remains found Saturday, Feb. 1 are those of missing Ole Miss student Jimmie “Jay” Lee.
In a statement released to media Wednesday afternoon, Oxford PD
On Saturday, February 1, 2025, the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office contacted the Oxford Police Department regarding human remains discovered in their jurisdiction. A joint investigation was launched between the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office, the Oxford Police Department, and the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation. The remains were sent to the Mississippi State Crime Lab for DNA testing.
Today, the Mississippi State Crime Lab confirmed through DNA analysis that the remains belong to Jimmie “Jay” Lee.
“The Oxford Police Department made a commitment to finding Jay, no matter how long it took. This case has remained an active investigation since July 8, 2022. We are grateful to the Lee family and Jay’s friends for their help and support throughout this process. We hope this confirmation brings them even a small measure of comfort,” said Chief Jeff McCutchen.
Lee had been missing for almost three years. Sheldon Timothy Herrington was charged in connection with her death. He was put on trial in December, but a mistrial was declared when the jury failed to reach a verdict.
