Please note that this post contains affiliate links and any sales made through such links will reward MageeNews.com a small commission – at no extra cost to you.
October 23, 2026 — Simpson County Sheriff Paul Mullins has announced the arrest of Corneilus Xavier Juwan Hobbs in connection with the October 18 shooting on Zion Hill Road that resulted in the death of Landon Smith.
Hobbs was taken into custody by Simpson County deputies on Tuesday, October 20, immediately following his release from Forrest General Hospital, where he had been receiving treatment for a gunshot wound to the arm.
The arrest follows an investigation by the Simpson County Sheriff’s Office into the violent incidents that occurred during the early morning hours of Sunday, October 18.
On Friday morning, October 23, Hobbs appeared before Simpson County Justice Court for his initial appearance. He was formally charged with:
- Murder
- Drive-by Shooting
- Participating or Conducting Gang Activity
- Nine Counts of Aggravated Assault with a Weapon
Hobbs faces a total of 12 charges and is currently being held without bond.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Hobbs is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.
MageeNews.com is the online news source serving Simpson and surrounding counties as well as the State of Mississippi.