Crime
Victims killed in Holmes County trail ride mass shooting identified
Several other individuals sustained injuries and were transported to local hospitals.
Holmes County, MS – A devastating mass shooting incident occurred late Saturday night during a trail ride near North Highway 17, just five miles outside of Lexington.
The incident resulted in the tragic deaths of three individuals and injuries to eight others.
According to Sheriff Willie March, the shooting took place following the Holmes County Consolidated School’s homecoming celebration.
The suspect, believed to be armed with a firearm equipped with a switch, opened fire into the crowd after an altercation.
The three victims who lost their lives have been identified as 25-year-old Martel Gibson, 19-year-old Shundra Chestnut, and 19-year-old John Jenkins.
Several other individuals sustained injuries and were transported to local hospitals.
Law enforcement authorities are actively investigating the case and seeking to identify the suspect or suspects involved in the shooting.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Holmes County Sheriff’s Office or Crime Stoppers.
Prichard, AL – Authorities are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred over the weekend in Prichard, leaving one person dead.
According to the Prichard Police Department (PPD) and the Mobile County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO), officers responded to a residence in the 1000 block of Dade Street on Sunday following reports of a shooting.
Upon arrival, officials discovered Jymatric Pickens deceased at the scene from multiple gunshot wounds.
According to an MCSO press release, the incident unfolded after Pickens allegedly arrived at his mother’s home that morning, where he began threatening and physically attacking her.
During the altercation, Pickens’ younger brother reportedly intervened and fired several shots at Pickens, striking him multiple times.
Pickens succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
Investigators revealed that the residence had a history of domestic-related incidents, with Prichard police previously responding to multiple calls involving Pickens allegedly assaulting his mother.
Following interviews with those involved, no arrests have been made at this time.
The case remains under active investigation as authorities continue to gather evidence and review the circumstances surrounding the shooting.