Homicide investigation underway in Oktibbeha County

OKTIBBEHA COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Several agencies are investigating a possible homicide in Oktibbeha County.

Investigators said Joyce Bostick, 60, was found dead inside a mobile home on Sykes Road Wednesday.

Oktibbeha County deputies were called to the home for a welfare concern.

Deputies said the home was also partially burned inside.

Oktibbeha County Coroner Michael Hunt confirmed to WCBI the death was ruled a homicide however the body was sent to Peal for an autopsy.

A person of interest in the case is in custody on unrelated charges.

The MBI, MBI Crime Scene Unit, and State Fire Marshals Office are assisting with the investigation.