DA’s office seeks life sentence for Jackson Hopper, accused of killing ex-girlfriend at Shelby Farms

The Shelby County District Attorney’s Office is pursuing life without parole for Jackson Hopper, accused of fatally shooting his ex-girlfriend Ellie Young at Shelby Farms in 2024 during a breast cancer walk. After the incident, Hopper fled but was apprehended following a high-speed chase, where he allegedly attempted to run over a deputy and fought officers upon capture. He faces multiple charges across several counties, with prosecutors emphasizing their commitment to justice for Young and her family.