Anthony Glen Owens Jr. Obituary, Death – A man who was killed in a late-night shooting in Summit Township has been identified by authorities. The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that 44-year-old Anthony Glen Owens Jr. died early Saturday, May 17, after being shot while socializing with friends on a front porch. The shooting took place shortly after midnight in the 100 block of Lincoln Court, located just south of Jackson’s city limits, near Francis Street.
Deputies arrived at the scene following reports of gunfire and discovered four men suffering from gunshot wounds. All four victims were rushed to Henry Ford Jackson Hospital. Owens succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead shortly after arrival. The other three men, aged 43, 42, and 63, were hospitalized for treatment. As of Monday, officials reported that all three are expected to survive.
Preliminary findings from the investigation suggest that at least three unknown assailants approached the group as they sat on the porch and opened fire. After unleashing the gunshots, the suspects reportedly fled the area on foot. Authorities have not released any descriptions of the shooters or indicated whether they believe the attack was targeted or random.
A resident living near the scene described hearing multiple gunshots and said there appeared to be a small gathering or party underway at the time. The neighbor stated that the shooters arrived without warning and began firing before quickly running off. The violent incident has left residents in the neighborhood shocked and concerned.
This shooting came on the heels of another deadly incident in the city of Jackson just a day prior. On Friday, May 16, police were called around 3:30 p.m. to the Southridge Park townhouse complex on Warwick Court. Officers responding to the scene found 22-year-old Emarion Flowers suffering from a gunshot wound. Flowers was transported to a nearby hospital, where he later died from his injuries.
As investigators continue to gather evidence, officials are considering whether the two shootings — occurring less than 24 hours apart — might be connected. Both incidents involved young men being fatally shot, and police are not ruling out the possibility of a link between them.
Jackson County Sheriff’s Office Undersheriff Jeremy Barnett acknowledged the timing of the shootings and confirmed that collaboration is underway with the Jackson Police Department. “At this time we do not know if the two shootings are related,” Barnett said. “We have been and will continue to discuss that possibility with the Jackson City Police Department.”
No arrests have been made in either case, and both investigations remain active. Authorities are urging members of the community who may have information to come forward.
Detective Mark Easter of the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office is leading the investigation into the Summit Township shooting. Those with any tips or knowledge regarding the incident are asked to reach out to him directly at 517-768-7934. Police hope that input from the public will help bring those responsible for the violence to justice.
The recent spate of gun violence has heightened concerns across the area, prompting calls for increased police presence and community vigilance. Both incidents — one in Jackson city limits and the other just outside — underscore the broader challenges law enforcement faces in preventing violence and ensuring public safety.
Community leaders and residents alike have expressed frustration and grief in the wake of the killings. For many, the sense of loss is not limited to those who knew the victims personally but extends to the community as a whole. The sudden deaths of two individuals, in separate but similarly violent circumstances, have left many residents grappling with fear and uncertainty.
As the investigations move forward, police are focusing on gathering forensic evidence, reviewing surveillance footage from nearby locations, and conducting interviews with witnesses and neighbors. They are also working to develop leads on possible motives or any gang-related connections that could have contributed to the shootings.
While law enforcement has not confirmed whether any suspects have been identified, they are hopeful that more details will come to light in the coming days. In the meantime, both families are left to mourn the unexpected and tragic loss of their loved ones.
The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office continues to emphasize the importance of community cooperation and has reiterated its commitment to solving the cases. Anyone who saw suspicious activity in either area or has heard anything that might help is encouraged to reach out to local authorities.
As the area grieves and tensions remain high, officials are calling for calm and unity. Efforts to address violence and provide support to affected families are being coordinated among local government, churches, and neighborhood organizations.
In the absence of arrests, the community anxiously awaits answers while remembering Anthony Glen Owens Jr. and Emarion Flowers — two lives lost in senseless acts of violence.