Mississippi teen charged with attempted murder, arson after stabbing victim, trying to burn down house

On June 14, 2024, the Gulfport Police Department arrested 15-year-old Lexi Jade Brown, charging her with attempted murder and first-degree arson. The arrest followed a violent incident that occurred early in the morning.

Around 2:33 a.m., officers responded to a call in the 13000 block of Dee Avenue regarding a cutting incident. When they arrived, they discovered a victim suffering from multiple stab wounds. The investigation revealed that the victim was attacked while she was sleeping and when she woke up, Brown attacked her with a knife. Brown also attempted to start a fire inside the residence.

The victim was quickly transported to a local hospital to receive medical treatment.

During questioning, Brown admitted to planning the attack, stating that she found the victim to be a “weird bitch” and accused her of “repressing the black in her.”

After her arrest, Brown was processed and transported to the Harrison County Adult Detention Center. Judge Patano set his bond at $1,250,000.

Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding this incident to contact the Gulfport Police Department at 228-868-5959 or Mississippi Coast Crime Stoppers at 877-787-5898.