District Attorney Stacey Jackson passes away
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The Columbus community is mourning the loss of Stacey Jackson, the Chattahoochee Judicial Circuit District Attorney.
Stacey Jackson passed away at his home this morning after a long battle with illness, according to Acting District Attorney Don Kelly.
Mr. Jackson worked as an Assistant District Attorney from 2000 until 2008. He went into private practice in 2008 and remained there until 2022. He returned to the office as District Attorney in May 2022 when Governor Brian Kemp appointed him to the office.
Acting District Attorney Don Kelly said, “the entire District Attorney’s Office family mourns Stacey’s passing. He was a tremendous leader who guided rebuilding our office after a difficult time. He will be greatly missed by everyone. Please keep the Jackson family in your thoughts and prayers. Please respect their privacy at this time.”
Jackson was 50 years old.
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