Netizens criticize women after Ring camera captures monkey noises and gestures outside Ole Miss student Jakiyra Metcalf's apartment

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Jakiyra Metcalf, an Ole Miss (University of Mississippi) student, uploaded Ring doorbell footage of three women making monkey noises and actions outside the apartment where she lives with two other Black students.

The incident, which occurred on November 6, 2026, at approximately 8:37 p.m., triggered an investigation by the institution when the video clip was extensively shared on social media.

The recording captures three women walking past the apartment. One appears to be beating her chest while making monkey noises, while another makes similar sounds at the camera. The third woman walks past the door.

On November 7, Metcalf posted the recording on TikTok, requesting that the university address what happened. She then revealed in the comments that the women were her upstairs neighbors. The incident has also attracted the attention of the university administration, which has denounced the behavior and indicated that it is looking into the matter.


What happened outside Jakiyra Metcalf's apartment?

The Ring camera footage captures three women approaching and walking by Metcalf and her two roommates, both Black Ole Miss students.

As they walk by the door, two of the women appear to make monkey noises and gestures. One of them is seen beating her chest, while the other turns towards the camera and mimics the sounds. The third woman follows them but does not appear to be involved in the gestures.

Metcalf posted the video on TikTok, captioned:

“What do we have to say about this??”

In a subsequent video comment, she identified the women as her upstairs neighbors. She said:

"We just found out they are our upstairs neighbors."

She promised to provide an update as additional information became available. According to sources, there had been no previous altercation between the women and the apartment's residents before the incident.

The video clip soon gained considerable attention, with viewers criticizing the behavior captured by the camera and calling on the university to address the issue.


What did Ole Miss say about the incident?

The University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) said that it was aware of the video and condemned the behavior seen in it. In a statement issued on Sunday, the university condemned the activities as "offensive, hurtful, and unacceptable" and stated that they were incompatible with its values. The statement read:

"The university is aware of a video depicting offensive, hurtful, and unacceptable behaviors that conflict with our university values, and we condemn them. The university has reached out to those targeted by the actions to share information, resources, and support."

The university also stated that the issue was being investigated by the appropriate offices and processes:

"The incident is actively being investigated by the appropriate university offices and processes. It’s important to note that student conduct cases, records, and any potential disciplinary action are protected by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)."

Ole Miss reiterated its commitment and stated that it would follow the required procedures to protect the well-being and safety of its community members:

"We are committed to maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for all of our students, faculty, staff, and visitors and will follow our processes to ensure the well-being and safety of our community."

Who are the women seen in the Ring camera footage?

The identities of the three women in the recording have not been independently verified. Although names have surfaced on social media, their identities and student status have not been verified.

According to the New York Post, a woman identified as the mother of one of the apartment's residents also posted the video on Facebook. She raised concerns about the incident and informed Ole Miss' administrators. She called the actions "disgusting and unacceptable":

“College is supposed to be a place where young adults can learn, grow, and feel safe.”

She also asked the university to explain what it will do to address the incident and ensure accountability.

Meanwhile, Ole Miss has not publicly identified the woman or announced disciplinary action. The university's inquiry is ongoing, and no additional information concerning potential sanctions has been disclosed.


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Edited by Zachary D. Lyngdoh