YAZOO CITY, Miss. — A couple appeared before a judge separately on Tuesday for the 2013 murder of a Yazoo City man.
Johnny Mack and Shontina Brown were charged with capital murder, conspiracy to commit capital murder, armed robbery and conspiracy to commit armed robbery.
Johnny Mack was also charged with possession of a firearm.
According to reports, the two were involved in the murder of 57-year-old Ricky Saxton, whose body was found in Yazoo County back in November 2013.
“This has been a difficult case,” MBI Director Lt. Col. Larry Waggoner said. “Our investigators have been doggedly pursuing leads and working tirelessly to find the perpetrators and bring them to justice.”
The Browns were taken to the Yazoo County Jail where they will be held without bond.
