Crime
21-year-old Jakendrick Bass shot and killed in Jackson
JACKSON, Miss. – The Jackson Police Department has launched an investigation into a fatal shooting that occurred on Wednesday, March 5, 2025.
According to Detective Tommie Brown, officers responded to a shooting incident in the 3500 block of Sunset Drive after receiving a report of gunfire.
Upon arrival, officers discovered 21-year-old Jakendrick Bass suffering from a gunshot wound.
He was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Authorities have not yet identified a suspect, and no arrests have been made at this time.
Investigators are actively working to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
The Jackson Police Department urges anyone with information regarding this homicide to contact Crime Stoppers at 601-355-TIPS. Callers can remain anonymous.
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.