Crime
Jordan Tyrik Johnson arrested in deadly shooting of 34-Year-Old Christopher Skinner in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. – The Gulfport Police Department has announced the arrest of Jordan Tyrik Johnson, 25, in connection with the fatal shooting of Christopher Skinner, 34, that occurred during a crowded Cinco de Mayo celebration at a local Mexican restaurant.
Authorities say Johnson turned himself in to Gulfport Police at approximately 9:30 p.m. on Friday, May 10, and was formally booked into the Harrison County Adult Detention Center around 1:20 a.m. on Saturday.
He is facing a charge of first-degree murder.
The deadly shooting took place on the evening of Sunday, May 5, at Azteca’s Restaurant & Cantina, located on Highway 49.
Police reported that hundreds of patrons were gathered both inside and outside the establishment for the holiday celebration when the violence unfolded at approximately 9:36 p.m.
According to investigators, Johnson and Skinner became involved in an altercation that escalated rapidly.
During the confrontation, Johnson allegedly fired multiple rounds at Skinner, striking him several times.
Responding officers immediately rendered aid to the victim on scene before he was transported to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced dead from his injuries.
Following the incident, Johnson remained at large until his voluntary surrender.
The Gulfport Police Department continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Authorities are urging anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has additional information to contact the Gulfport Police Department at 228-868-5959, or submit anonymous tips through Mississippi Coast Crime Stoppers at 877-787-5898.
MT. JULIET, Tenn. — Authorities have identified two victims killed during an active shooter incident at Cedar Creek Marina in Mt. Juliet late Friday night.
The suspect, identified as Gary Haley, a convicted felon with an extensive criminal history, is deceased following an officer-involved shooting, officials confirmed.
Mount Juliet Police officers were dispatched at approximately 9:30 p.m. Friday to the Cedar Creek Marina, located in the 9000 block of Saundersville Road, after receiving reports of a man threatening another individual on the docks.
Due to the active shooter report, a shelter-in-place order was issued for the surrounding area as a precaution.
Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound.
The victim was later identified as Robby Brogdon, who was transported to a local hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Despite life-saving efforts, Brogdon later succumbed to his injuries.
Investigators determined that the suspected shooter had retreated to a boat within the marina and had barricaded himself inside.
The standoff continued for several hours as officers secured the scene and attempted to resolve the situation safely.
At approximately 1:00 a.m. Saturday, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) reported that the suspect engaged responding officers and fired shots at them under circumstances that remain under investigation. Officers returned fire.
The suspect, Gary Haley, was later found deceased aboard the vessel.
During the course of the response, officers also discovered a second adult male victim, Nathan Jones, who had been shot by the suspect.
Jones was pronounced dead at the scene.
No law enforcement officers were injured during the incident.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has assumed responsibility for the investigation, which includes a homicide, an attempted homicide, and an officer-involved shooting.
TBI agents are actively conducting interviews, collecting evidence, and working to establish a comprehensive timeline of events.
Upon completion of the investigation, findings will be submitted to 15th Judicial District Attorney General Jason Lawson for review.
Authorities stated that additional information will be released as it becomes available.