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Man wanted after firing shots into Claiborne County home, injuring woman

By Malaysia McCoy Nov 17, 2023 | 11:11 AM

CLAIBORNE COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – Claiborne County deputies are searching for a suspect after a woman was injured when shots were fired into her home.

On November 14, authorities responded to the shooting near U.S. 61 after 11:30 p.m. Investigators said multiple shots were fired into the victim’s home. The victim was shot once.

Deputies said the suspect was identified as Shelvionte Farmer, and a warrant for his arrest has been issued.

Farmer is considered armed and dangerous. Anyone with information on his whereabouts can contact the Claiborne County Sheriff’s Office at 601-437-5161.

  • Shelvionte Farmer (Courtesy: Claiborne County Sheriff’s Office)
  • Wil’Bresha Hedrick (Courtesy: Claiborne County Sheriff’s Office)

In connection with this shooting, deputies said Wil’Bresha Hedrick was arrested and charged with accessory after the fact.