James Ray Labat Obituary, Death News – The Jones County Sheriff’s Department is actively investigating after a body was discovered in a wooded area on Monday near North Pumping Station Road.
Authorities later identified the deceased as 52-year-old James Ray Labat, according to the Jones County Coroner.
At this time, the body has not been sent for an autopsy. Officials from the Coroner’s Office stated they are waiting for the results of a toxicology report before taking further steps in the investigation.
Law enforcement has not disclosed any specific details about how Labat died, and the circumstances surrounding his death remain unclear. However, officials have confirmed that the case remains under investigation.
The Sheriff’s Department is urging anyone with information that could aid the investigation to come forward and contact their office.
