(Report Submitted by Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office)

The Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office is investigating the deaths of two people found inside a residence at 178 Shows Lane in the Weston/Caney Lake area of Jonesboro on December 8, 2025. The two subjects were located during a welfare check at the residence, where deputies found both individuals deceased.

The deceased have been identified as Gayla Smith, 62, and James Bradford, 62.
Both individuals exhibited injuries consistent with gunshot wounds. Autopsies will be completed by the medical examiner, who will issue the official cause and manner of death.

At this point, there is no indication of an ongoing threat to the public, and investigators have found no evidence suggesting there would be a suspect at large.
Investigators have developed a preliminary understanding of the incident, although the case remains active.

“We offer our condolences to the families and community members affected by this incident. To respect the families and protect the integrity of the investigation, no additional information will be released at this time, and the final assessment of the events will not be released until the investigation is complete.” – Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office

Anyone with information that may assist investigators is asked to contact the Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office at (318) 259-9021.