Jackson Mother Found Dead, Search Continues for Missing 3-Year-Old Daughter
The community of Jackson, Mississippi, is in shock and heartbreak following the tragic discovery of Shardee McDill, a 33-year-old mother who was reported missing on Sunday along with her young daughter, 3-year-old Janae McGill. While Shardee has now been found deceased, the desperate search for Janae continues.
Discovery of Shardee McDill
According to Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones, Shardee’s body was located Thursday in a shallow body of water near Epes, Alabama. Authorities have described her death as “suspicious,” and an investigation into the circumstances surrounding her passing is now underway.
McDill and her daughter were last seen traveling in a 2017 Chevrolet Equinox, sparking concern from family and law enforcement after they both failed to return home or make contact.
Search Efforts for Janae
The discovery of Shardee’s body has only intensified the urgency of the search for her daughter, Janae. Multiple agencies from Mississippi and Alabama are actively involved, coordinating ground, air, and water search efforts. Authorities have emphasized that every possible lead is being followed in the hope of bringing Janae home safely.
Sheriff Jones urged the public to remain vigilant and to report any information that could aid investigators. “We need the community’s eyes and ears,” he stated. “Janae is still out there, and we are committed to finding her.”
Community Response
The news has devastated family members and friends, many of whom are now rallying together to pray for Janae’s safe return. Vigils are being planned across Jackson to honor Shardee’s life and to keep Janae’s name and face in the public eye. Community members have taken to social media to share photos of the little girl, urging others to spread awareness.
Ongoing Investigation
Law enforcement officials are treating Shardee’s death with the utmost seriousness, stressing that the circumstances are unusual and concerning. While investigators have not released details on potential suspects or motives, they confirmed that the case remains active and that no possibility has been ruled out.
The 2017 Chevrolet Equinox remains a key piece of the investigation, and authorities are asking anyone who may have seen the vehicle in recent days to come forward.
How to Help
If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of Janae McGill, you are urged to immediately contact the Jackson Police Department at 601-355-8477. Even the smallest detail may prove crucial in bringing this little girl home.
A Mother’s Love, A Community’s Plea
As the investigation continues, Shardee is being remembered as a devoted mother whose world revolved around her daughter. Her tragic passing leaves a void in the community, but also a driving force behind the relentless search for Janae.
The hope remains that Janae will be found alive and returned safely to the arms of loved ones. For now, Jackson and surrounding communities are united in grief, prayer, and determination to uncover the truth behind this tragedy.
