Crime
28-year-old Demonquerius Colbert killed in Mansfield shooting, suspect Vincent Lapatrick Jackson in custody
Following his arrest, Jackson was booked into the DeSoto Detention Center on charges of second-degree murder.
A tragic incident unfolded in DeSoto Parish early Saturday morning. At 2:50 AM, emergency dispatch received reports of a shooting at the intersection of Kennedy Street and Johnson Street.
Responding officers found Demonquerius Colbert, 28, inside his vehicle, suffering from gunshot wounds.
Despite immediate medical attention from DeSoto EMS and transport to DeSoto Regional Hospital, Colbert tragically succumbed to his injuries.
DeSoto Parish Sheriff’s detectives were immediately dispatched to the scene to investigate the crime and search for the perpetrator.
Through diligent efforts, authorities apprehended Vincent Lapatrick Jackson, 20, just over an hour later at approximately 4:10 AM.
Jackson was taken into custody during a traffic stop conducted by the DeSoto Sheriff’s Special Investigative Unit.
Following his arrest, Jackson was booked into the DeSoto Detention Center on charges of second-degree murder.
The ongoing investigation is being conducted by the DeSoto Parish Sheriff’s Office, and further details about the incident will be released as they become available.
SAN JOSE, Calif. โ A San Jose police officer was shot and injured while investigating an armed carjacking in the downtown area on Wednesday, according to the San Jose Police Department (SJPD).
Authorities said the incident unfolded near the downtown core, close to major roadways including Highway 87 and the Julian Street exit.
Preliminary information indicates the suspect was involved in a series of violent events spanning multiple jurisdictions prior to the shooting.
Investigators believe the suspect initially stole a white Honda in Hollister, after abandoning a green Chevrolet Corvette.
During the course of the incident, the suspect allegedly fired shots at pursuing law enforcement officers, prompting a high-speed pursuit.
Police said the chase continued northbound on U.S. Highway 101, with speeds reportedly exceeding 100 miles per hour, traveling from Gilroy to San Jose. The pursuit ultimately led officers into the downtown area, where the officer-involved shooting occurred.
SJPD confirmed that a sworn department member was struck by gunfire and was transported to a local hospital. The officerโs condition has not been publicly disclosed at this time.
In a statement released on social media, the department said:
โSJPD is currently investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred in downtown San Jose related to an armed carjacking. An SJPD sworn Department member has been shot and transported to a local hospital. This is an active and ongoing investigation, and PIOs will share more information as it becomes available.โ
As of Wednesday afternoon, police had not confirmed whether any suspects were in custody, nor had they indicated whether any civilians were injured during the incident.
The shooting took place in an area that includes government buildings, businesses, and major transit hubs, leading to temporary traffic disruptions and a heightened police presence.
The investigation remains active and ongoing, and additional details are expected to be released by authorities as more information becomes available.