VICKSBURG, Miss. (WJTV) – A 17-year-old died after an officer-involved shooting in Vicksburg.

Bailey Martin, press secretary for the Mississippi Department of Public Safety (DPS), said the shooting occurred near a home on Bazinsky Drive on Wednesday, December 4.

Martin said Vicksburg police officers were attempting to serve a warrant at a home when they encountered the suspect, who displayed a firearm towards the officers. The officers shot the suspect, who was transported to a local hospital with a serious injury.

According to Martin, the officers involved in the shooting did not receive any serious physical injuries.

Vicksburg Mayor George Flaggs announced on Thursday, December 5 that the 17-year-old suspect died from his injuries.

“Every loss of life is a tragedy, and the loss of such a young life is particularly heartbreaking. My deepest condolences go out to the family and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time. My thoughts are also with the Vicksburg Police Officers who were on duty to protect and serve our community. These officers were forced to make a split-second decision to use deadly force to protect their lives. This is an unfortunate reality our officers sometimes face, and I stand behind their commitment to safeguarding our city,” said Flaggs.

Agents with the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation (MBI) are investigating the shooting. They will share their findings with the Mississippi Attorney General’s Office.