31, Avery Garrison, Arrested for Killing Mother in Tragic Incident
A chilling domestic tragedy has unfolded in Jacksonville, with 31-year-old Avery Garrison now in custody, accused of fatally strangling his mother, Jaqueline Jones-Garrison. The incident came to light on Friday, January 30, 2026, when District 2 patrol officers were dispatched to a residence on Bleinheim Place in the Hidden Hills area following a report of a battery.
Upon their arrival, officers discovered Jaqueline Jones-Garrison deceased within the home. Preliminary findings indicate she was a victim of strangulation. The grim discovery immediately triggered a response from the Homicide Unit, whose detectives swiftly initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death.
The investigation proved to be a swift one, with Avery Garrison quickly identified as the primary suspect. Authorities took Garrison into custody on Saturday, January 31, and he is currently being held at the Duval County Jail. The motive behind this devastating act remains under investigation. The community extends its deepest sympathies to Jaqueline Jones-Garrison’s family and friends during this incredibly difficult time.
