Crime
1 injured in shooting outside McDonald’s in Meridian
A shooting took place in the parking lot of the McDonald’s on Bonita Drive in Meridian, Mississippi, with reports indicating that one person may have been injured in the incident.
Local law enforcement responded to calls of gunfire shortly after the shooting occurred, arriving at the McDonald’s location to secure the area and assess the situation.
Upon arrival, officers discovered evidence suggesting that a shooting had taken place in the parking lot and found one individual who appeared to have sustained injuries from the gunfire.
Emergency medical teams were quickly dispatched to the scene to provide immediate care to the injured person and transport them to a nearby hospital for further medical attention.
As the investigation unfolded, police cordoned off the parking lot and began gathering information from witnesses who were present at the time of the incident.
Authorities are also reviewing surveillance footage from the McDonald’s and surrounding businesses in an effort to identify any suspects involved and to understand the circumstances leading up to the shooting.
No details have been released yet about the victim’s condition, and police have not disclosed any information regarding potential suspects or motives.
The McDonald’s location has temporarily closed as investigators continue their work, and law enforcement officials are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward to assist in the ongoing investigation.
Christian County, Mo. — Authorities have identified the suspect accused of fatally shooting a deputy with the Christian County Sheriff’s Office during a traffic stop as Richard Bird.
At the time the Blue Alert was issued, the suspect had not yet been taken into custody.
According to law enforcement officials, the deputy initiated a traffic stop involving a 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck along State Highway 160 near Highlandville.
During the stop, the suspect allegedly opened fire, fatally wounding the deputy before fleeing the scene.
The suspect was reported to have traveled southbound on Highway 160 following the shooting.
Authorities described the suspect vehicle as a black 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck equipped with a silver brush guard, black body trim, tinted rear windows, and a three-ball trailer hitch. The vehicle was bearing Missouri license plate 9MG-X36.
A statewide Blue Alert was issued to notify the public and assist in locating the suspect.
Law enforcement officials urged residents not to approach the vehicle or suspect if located, but instead to immediately call 911 and provide detailed information while remaining at a safe distance.
Christian County is situated south of Springfield and north of Branson, an area that sees significant travel due to its proximity to the Ozarks.
Multiple agencies across the region coordinated efforts in response to the alert.
Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the shooting or the status of the investigation.
Law enforcement officials expressed their condolences to the deputy’s family, colleagues, and the community as they continue to pursue justice in the case.