NATCHEZ, Miss. — A grand jury in Amite County is set to review the case against a man accused of fatally striking a 10-year-old boy with his truck. The tragic incident that claimed the life of Jordan Hill occurred on April 6, when he was riding an all-terrain vehicle (ATV).
Cody Rollinson faces charges of felony leaving the scene of an accident and possession of marijuana, following the collision that resulted in Hill’s death. Authorities have indicated that if further evidence emerges, particularly from pending toxicology reports, these charges could escalate to vehicular homicide.
District Attorney Tim Cotton has chosen not to disclose specifics regarding the grand jury’s schedule or the cases that will be presented. The grand jury process is conducted in secrecy to safeguard the identities of jurors, witnesses, and defendants. Cotton noted that toxicology results from the incident have yet to be finalized, which may impact the legal repercussions for Rollinson.
Witness accounts suggest that Rollinson failed to stop after the accident, leading to accusations from Hill’s family and friends that he did not attempt to assist the injured boy. Reports indicate that he returned to the scene afterward to retrieve a part from his vehicle instead.
Rollinson has been released on a $41,000 bond. The community has shown strong support for the Hill family, with over 100 attendees at Jordan’s funeral held at the National Guard Armory in Gloster. Known for his passion for baseball, he was honored posthumously as the Most Valuable Player by his teammates during the services.
The case has garnered attention beyond the local community, attracting interest from national organizations such as the National PLUS Coalition. Its president, Ashley Grubb-Harris, has reached out to law enforcement and media, advocating for transparency in the proceedings. Many local residents have also taken to social media, expressing concerns regarding the charges filed against Rollinson and calling for more severe action.
As the community awaits the grand jury’s decision, Jordan Hill’s family continues to mourn the loss of a young life cut tragically short.
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