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.
The Jonesboro Police Department has identified the victim in a fatal shooting that occurred on the night of Friday, January 31.
Public Information Specialist Sally Smith confirmed that the victim has been identified as 24-year-old Derrick Johnson of Gilmore, Arkansas.
According to authorities, the incident was first reported at approximately 10:17 p.m. when a call was received regarding an unresponsive individual located in the 100 block of Daybreak Drive.
Responding officers arrived on the scene to find Johnson unresponsive in a parking lot.
Despite life-saving efforts, Johnson was pronounced dead at the scene.
Following an initial assessment, the Jonesboro Police Department officially classified the case as a homicide.
The department’s Criminal Investigation Division has taken over the investigation and is actively pursuing leads to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Law enforcement officials are urging anyone with information that could assist in the investigation to come forward.
Individuals can contact the Jonesboro Police Department at 870-935-5657. All tips will be handled with discretion, and anonymous reports are welcome.