Crime
Fayette Festival mass shooting victim identified as Rayshaude Hudson
JEFFERSON COUNTY, MS – A mass shooting during the Fayette Festival on Saturday night has left one person dead and multiple others injured, according to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Department.
Sheriff James Bailey confirmed that six individuals were shot, with one of the victims, identified as Rayshaude Hudson, succumbing to his injuries.
The conditions of the other victims have not been publicly disclosed at this time.
The incident occurred during the annual community event, drawing significant crowds when gunfire broke out.
Authorities have not confirmed a motive, and no arrests have been made.
Investigators are currently working to identify potential suspects.
Law enforcement officials are urging members of the public who may have witnessed the incident or have any information to come forward.
Tips can be submitted through the following channels:
- Fayette Police Department: (601) 786-3333
- Jefferson County Sheriff’s Department: (601) 786-3403
- Mississippi Bureau of Investigation – Brookhaven Office: (601) 515-4340
- Crime Stoppers: 1-888-442-5001 (anonymous tips accepted)
“This was a senseless act of violence during a family-oriented event,” said Sheriff Bailey. “We are committed to bringing those responsible to justice, and we urge anyone with information to contact law enforcement immediately.”
The investigation remains active, and further updates will be released as they become available.
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.