McComb, MS — A 34-year-old Mississippi woman, Victoria Cox, has been offered a plea deal in connection with the abduction of two young sisters and the murder of their mother, according to the Hinds County District Attorney’s Office.
Cox appeared in court on Monday, October 13, 2025, where prosecutors presented the plea agreement to her defense team. The details of the offer have not been publicly disclosed, and Cox’s attorneys stated they would review the agreement before deciding whether to accept it.
Charges Against Cox
Cox is facing multiple serious charges, including:
- Capital murder
- Kidnapping
- Sexual battery
Her alleged involvement stems from assisting Daniel Callihan, 37, who earlier confessed to kidnapping, murder, and other related offenses. Callihan is currently awaiting federal sentencing, scheduled for November 19, 2025.
Background of the Case
According to public court documents and statements from federal prosecutors:
- Callihan admitted to killing the mother of the two girls in Louisiana in June 2024.
- He then transported the children across state lines into Mississippi.
- Law enforcement agencies quickly coordinated to locate the missing children and secure the surviving minor.
Cox avoided federal charges because her alleged actions were limited to the state of Mississippi. She has agreed to testify in Callihan’s federal trial, where she is identified as Co-Conspirator-1 in court documents.
Legal Proceedings
Cox’s trial in Mississippi is scheduled to begin on December 8, 2025, unless she accepts the plea deal. If she agrees to the deal, sentencing will follow according to Mississippi state law.
Federal authorities confirmed that Callihan will not face the death penalty if he maintains his guilty plea to all federal charges. His sentencing is expected to finalize in November.
Law Enforcement Statement
FBI Special Agent in Charge Jonathan Tapp of New Orleans praised the collaborative effort of local, state, and federal law enforcement.
“Every law enforcement partner who worked on this case was determined to deliver justice for the family and the people of Tangipahoa Parish. The FBI thanks the U.S. Marshals Service, Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office, Mississippi Bureau of Investigation, and the Jackson Police Department for their efforts to ensure the suspect will not harm anyone again.”
Final Word
The case has drawn nationwide attention due to the severity of the crimes and the multi-state law enforcement coordination. Authorities continue to urge the public to follow official updates from the Hinds County District Attorney and local courts.
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