Crime
Reports of shooting at Alcorn State University in Lorman
Authorities in Mississippi are responding to two developing shooting incidents — one reported on the campus of Alcorn State University and another near the Jackson State University (JSU) stadium — prompting heightened security measures and large-scale law enforcement response.
Alcorn State University officials issued an emergency alert Saturday evening confirming a shooting on campus.
Students, faculty, and staff were instructed to immediately seek shelter and remain in a secure location until further notice.
“A shooting has been reported on campus. If you are on campus, seek shelter immediately. Do not leave your secure location until given an all-clear by Campus Police,”
the university statement read.
Campus Police, along with local and state law enforcement agencies, are on scene investigating the circumstances surrounding the reported gunfire.
Officials have not yet released details regarding potential victims or suspects.
Meanwhile, Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones confirmed a separate shooting occurred near the tailgate section of the JSU stadium on West Street, where large crowds had gathered for events associated with the university.
According to Sheriff Jones, a child was struck by gunfire and was transported by Jackson Police Department (JPD) officers to the University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC) for treatment.
The child’s condition has not been disclosed.
“There’s been a shooting near the tailgate section of the JSU stadium on West St. A child has been injured and transported to UMMC by JPD officers in a patrol vehicle. Capitol PD and JPD are investigating,”
Jones stated.
At this time, no suspect information has been released, and authorities have urged the public to stay clear of the affected areas.
Law enforcement has instructed all attendees at the JSU stadium, including those in the tailgate area and nearby events, to immediately clear the premises to allow investigators to secure the scene and collect evidence.
Both incidents remain active investigations, and officials have emphasized that public safety remains their top priority.
Additional updates will be provided as more verified information becomes available.
Coffee County, Ala. — A homicide investigation is underway after a fatal shooting at a residence near Kinston on Monday morning, authorities confirmed.
According to Coffee County Sheriff Scott Byrd, deputies responded at approximately 7:51 a.m. to a reported shooting along County Road 483, just off County Road 89 in the Kinston area.
Upon arrival, law enforcement discovered a deceased individual at the scene.
Officials later indicated the shooting stemmed from a domestic dispute between two individuals, though additional details have not yet been released.
Authorities identified the suspect as Joseph Levi Jackson, who was wanted in connection with the shooting death of his father.
Jackson was initially reported to have fled the scene on foot and was considered armed and dangerous.
The search involved multiple agencies, including the Coffee County Sheriff’s Department, Covington County Sheriff’s Office, Geneva County Sheriff’s Office, and the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), including troopers and State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) agents.
State tracking dogs were deployed as part of the coordinated search effort, particularly near Hattaway Road and Charolais Road, off Covington County Road 89.
Jackson was last described as wearing a black and red flannel shirt, blue jeans, and a black baseball cap.
Law enforcement urged residents not to approach the suspect and to contact 911 with any information.
Following an intensive search, Sheriff Byrd confirmed that Jackson was located and taken into custody without further incident.
Authorities have not yet announced formal charges but confirmed that the investigation is being led by ALEA.
The suspect’s temporary flight prompted Kinston School to delay its opening on Monday morning. School officials later announced a full closure for the day out of an abundance of caution.
In a statement, school administrators thanked local law enforcement for their swift and professional response, emphasizing that the safety of students, staff, and families remains their top priority.
The investigation remains ongoing as authorities continue processing the scene and gathering additional information.