JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Jackson police are investigating after a passenger was shot and killed inside a vehicle.

Interim Jackson Police Chief and Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones said the victim was pronounced deceased in the 2800 block of Ridgeland Drive around 2:00 a.m. on October 26, 2025. Jones said the victim, who was identified as Benard Mack, 58, of Edwards, was taken to the location by the driver.

According to Jones, the driver was arrested on unrelated charges.

The sheriff said Jackson police and Hinds County deputies are investigating the shooting. No suspect information has been released.

Anyone with information about the shooting can contact the Jackson Police Department (JPD) at 601-960-1234 or Crime Stoppers at 601-355-TIPS (8477).