BREAKING: 22-Year-Old Man Arrested in Deadly Shooting of Emarion Flowers in Jackson – Police Investigate Possible Link to Second Homicide

Jackson, MI – May 20, 2025 — A tragic shooting that left a 22-year-old man dead in Jackson last week has led to a major breakthrough. Authorities confirmed Tuesday that a suspect, also 22, has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of Emarion Flowers, bringing a sense of relief and renewed focus to a city shaken by back-to-back gun violence.

Swift Arrest in Ongoing Investigation

Jackson Police Chief Chris Simpson revealed in a press briefing that the suspect was taken into custody without incident around 6 p.m. on Monday, May 19, near the intersection of County Farm Road and Springport Road in Blackman Township. The arrest was the result of a coordinated law enforcement effort involving local, county, and federal agencies.

Following the arrest, the unnamed suspect was booked into the Jackson County Jail. He is currently being held as prosecutors prepare to file formal charges of open murder, which allows for a range of charges from first-degree murder to manslaughter, depending on the circumstances.

“This arrest represents a critical step in our pursuit of justice for the Flowers family,” Chief Simpson said. “I want to commend the relentless work of our detectives and the cooperation of multiple agencies who helped bring this suspect into custody so swiftly.”

The Fatal Incident: A Community in Mourning

The deadly shooting took place around 3:30 p.m. on Friday, May 16, at Southridge Park, a neighborhood green space located on Warwick Court in Jackson’s south side. Officers responding to the scene found Emarion Flowers suffering from a gunshot wound.

Despite the efforts of emergency responders, Flowers succumbed to his injuries after being rushed to Henry Ford Jackson Hospital. His death has left family members, friends, and the broader Jackson community in mourning. Social media has been filled with tributes and calls for justice as the young man’s memory is honored.

A Violent Weekend: Another Shooting Rocks the City

Just hours after Flowers was killed, Jackson experienced yet another act of violence. In the early morning hours of Saturday, May 17, a separate shooting occurred less than 12 hours later across town in the 100 block of Lincoln Court, near Francis Street in Summit Township.

That incident left four men wounded and claimed the life of 29-year-old Anthony Glen Owens Jr. Authorities are currently investigating whether the two shootings are linked.

“It’s too early to confirm a direct connection between the two events,” said Chief Simpson. “However, our detectives are thoroughly examining all possibilities, and nothing is being ruled out at this time.”

Coordinated Law Enforcement Effort

The arrest of the primary suspect in Flowers’ death came as a result of joint efforts from multiple law enforcement partners, including the Blackman-Leoni Township Department of Public Safety, Michigan State Police, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office, and the Jackson Narcotics Enforcement Team.

Officials noted that the collaboration across agencies and jurisdictions played a pivotal role in the speed and success of the arrest, allowing them to act on investigative leads efficiently.

“This was not the work of one agency, but a shared commitment across our law enforcement partners to keep our community safe,” said Chief Simpson. “We are united in our mission to prevent further violence and hold those responsible accountable.”

Call for Community Help

As the investigation continues, authorities are urging the public to come forward with any information that might help bring additional clarity to the case or connect the dots between recent violent incidents.

Anyone with relevant information is asked to contact the Jackson Police Department at (517) 788-4100. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Crime Stoppers at (855) 840-7867 or online at www.michigancrimestoppers.org.

A City on Edge, Searching for Peace

The recent spate of gun violence has left Jackson residents uneasy, with many calling for increased community engagement, youth outreach programs, and stronger preventative measures.

Candlelight vigils have been organized in memory of both Emarion Flowers and Anthony Glen Owens Jr., where local leaders and activists have spoken out about the need to break the cycle of violence plaguing the city.

“This can’t be the future we accept for our young men,” said community advocate Brenda Lattimore at Sunday’s vigil. “Emarion had his whole life ahead of him. We have to come together—as neighbors, parents, and leaders—to demand better.”

As formal charges are expected to be filed in the coming days, the Jackson community continues to await justice and healing in the wake of yet another life lost too soon.