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Man accused of shooting cousin in Natchez

By Kristopher White Aug 19, 2024 | 10:28 AM

NATCHEZ, Miss. (WJTV) – Police are searching for a man after he allegedly shot his cousin during a family gathering in Natchez.

The Natchez Democrat reported the incident occurred at Duncan Park around 6:45 p.m. on Saturday, August 17.

Natchez Police Chief Cal Green said the suspect, Reginald Rodgers, shot his cousin, Marcus Lawrence, and left the scene. The victim was taken to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

Green said Rodgers will likely be charged with aggravated assault once he’s in custody.