Crime
UMMC Employee Assaulted and Threatened in Parking Lot After Leaving Work
Jackson, Miss. – Authorities are investigating a violent assault and attempted robbery that took place in the stadium parking lot of the University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC).
The incident occurred as the victim, identified as Morgan McGuire, was leaving work.
McGuire reported that she was approached by a stranger who initially demanded money.
However, despite her verbal and physical attempts to surrender her purse, the attacker ignored her offer and proceeded to assault her.
“He asked for my money, so I verbally and physically offered him my purse, but he ignored me. He threw me to the ground and kept beating me,” McGuire recalled.
During the assault, she was punched, choked, and thrown to the ground while her attacker repeatedly threatened to shoot her.
Although the suspect demanded her purse, McGuire noted that the attack did not appear to be motivated by robbery alone.
The assault only ended when a passerby intervened, which McGuire described as occurring “after what felt like forever.”
UMMC confirmed that the UMMC Police Department, in coordination with Capitol Police, is actively investigating the attack.
“We take seriously the safety of everyone on our campus and will continue to work with our partners, including Capitol Police and other law enforcement, to uphold this commitment,” UMMC stated.
Authorities have not yet released a description of the suspect, and it remains unclear whether any arrests have been made.
Officials urge anyone with information to come forward as the investigation continues.
Baton Rouge authorities are investigating the fatal shooting of 17-year-old Anthony Robinson, a student at Scotlandville Magnet High School, who was killed Monday afternoon in the 1900 block of Bradfield Avenue near Scotland Avenue.
According to police, Robinson was shot just before 3 p.m. on March 10, shortly after stepping off a school bus.
Investigators believe the shooter, a 16-year-old suspect, was responsible for the attack.
The suspect was later apprehended with the assistance of East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office (EBRSO) deputies and has been booked into the East Baton Rouge Juvenile Detention Center on charges of first-degree murder, attempted first-degree murder, and illegal use of weapons.
Authorities urge anyone with information about the incident to contact the Violent Crimes Unit at (225) 389-4869 or Crime Stoppers at (225) 344-7867.
The East Baton Rouge Parish School System (EBRPSS) expressed its condolences in an official statement, mourning the loss of Robinson and pledging support for students and staff in the wake of this tragedy:
“It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic loss of one of our own, 17-year-old Anthony Robinson, who was taken from us due to senseless and unnecessary violence Monday afternoon.
This heartbreaking event has deeply impacted our school community. As we mourn this devastating loss, we want to assure you that the Baton Rouge Police Department is actively investigating and working to understand the circumstances surrounding this tragedy.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Anthony’s family, friends, and all who knew and loved him during this incredibly difficult time. To support our students and staff, I CARE counselors will be available on campus this week to provide guidance and comfort to anyone in need.
In times like these, it is important that we come together as a community, offering strength and support to one another. Let us lean on each other as we navigate this difficult moment together.”
The investigation into the shooting remains ongoing.