James Ray Labat Obituary, Death; Man Found Dead in Ovett Home Identified by Jones County Coroner
James Ray Labat Obituary, Death – Authorities in Jones County have identified the man found dead in a home earlier this week. According to Jones County Coroner Burl Hall, the deceased has been identified as 52-year-old James Ray Labat.
Labat’s body was discovered on Monday at a residence located on North Pumping Station Road in Ovett. The circumstances surrounding his death have not yet been disclosed.
The Jones County Sheriff’s Department (JCSD) has launched an official death investigation, with the Criminal Investigation Division taking the lead in the case. Law enforcement officials have not confirmed whether foul play is suspected or released further details about what may have led to Labat’s death.
At this time, the investigation remains ongoing, and authorities are working to gather more information. Updates will be provided as they become available.
