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.
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.