Crime
Lockdown at Jim Hill High School lifted
Jackson, Mississippi — Jim Hill High School, located at 2185 Coach Fred Harris Street, was placed on lockdown Monday following a shooting incident that occurred outside the school premises.
According to preliminary information, an altercation reportedly took place inside the school’s restroom, where a student was assaulted.
Shortly afterward, gunfire erupted outside the building, with witnesses reporting that approximately eight rounds were fired.
One individual has been taken into custody in connection with the shooting.
At this time, no injuries have been confirmed inside the school building.
However, the incident has understandably caused alarm among students, staff, and families.
Parents are urged to check on their children and remain patient as authorities work to ensure the safety of everyone on campus.
In response to the situation, school administrators quickly implemented emergency protocols, placing the school on lockdown to protect students and staff.
Law enforcement officers are on-site, and an active investigation is underway.
Community members have expressed concerns and prayers for the safety of those at Jim Hill High School. One parent stated, “I know my daughter is scared,” highlighting the fear and uncertainty felt by many families during this time.
The Jackson Police Department and Jackson Public Schools officials are expected to release additional details as the investigation progresses.
Parents and guardians are encouraged to monitor official channels for updates and await further instructions regarding student release procedures.
Crime
Former Texas Worship Minister and Christian Musician Jon Sheptock Arrested on Child Sexual Abuse Material Charges
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Texas — A married Christian musician and former worship minister who once performed at a rally for former President Donald Trump has been arrested on multiple child sexual abuse material (CSAM) charges, authorities confirmed.
According to officials, Jon Sheptock, a former minister at First Montgomery Baptist Church, was taken into custody on September 26 by detectives from the Montgomery County Constable’s Human Trafficking and Child Exploitation Unit.
He faces charges of possession and production of child pornography following a detailed investigation into allegations of long-term misconduct.
The arrest was based on testimony from a woman who alleged that Sheptock stole a photograph of her approximately nine years ago, when she was 17 years old.
The victim told investigators that after sending her the image, Sheptock demanded explicit photographs and later sent her a video depicting a violent assault, warning that he “did not want that to happen to her.”
Court records further indicate that Sheptock showed the victim nude images of both adults and minors on his computer.
Investigators allege that the misconduct continued as recently as October 2023, when Sheptock reportedly sent a text message to the victim containing a nude image of young girls.
Before his arrest, Sheptock was widely known as a Christian recording artist and motivational speaker.
His now-deleted website biography stated that he was born without arms and with one leg shorter than the other, yet went on to describe himself as a “thriving Christian recording artist and speaker.” He has been married for 26 years and is the father of three daughters.
In a public statement, First Montgomery Baptist Church confirmed that Sheptock was immediately removed from all ministry responsibilities following his arrest.
The church emphasized that Sheptock did not hold any position involving direct contact with children, and there is no indication that minors associated with the church were involved or affected.
Sheptock gained wider public attention in January 2022, when he performed the national anthem at a rally for then-President Donald Trump, according to The Independent.
If convicted, Sheptock faces a potential prison sentence ranging from two to twenty years.
The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities are encouraging anyone with additional information to contact the Montgomery County Constable’s Office Human Traffic.