Crime
17-Year-Old Jordan Morris Killed, Another Teen Critically Injured in Saginaw Shooting
A shooting in Saginaw on Friday afternoon claimed the life of 17-year-old Jordan Morris and left another 17-year-old in critical condition, according to the Saginaw Police Department.
The incident came to light when two gunshot victims arrived at Covenant Hospital by private vehicle shortly after 4 p.m. on Friday, January 31.
Hospital staff immediately alerted law enforcement, prompting officers to respond to the scene and launch an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Both victims were rushed into the emergency room for urgent medical treatment.
Despite life-saving efforts, Jordan Morris succumbed to his injuries.
The second victim remains in critical condition as of late Friday evening, authorities confirmed.
At this time, no arrests have been made, and investigators are actively working to determine the events leading up to the shooting.
The Saginaw Police Department has not released additional details regarding potential suspects or motives.
This marks Saginaw’s second homicide of the year.
Anyone with information related to this case is urged to contact Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-422-5245.
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.