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Man charged in shooting after Fayette homecoming celebration

By Kaitlin Howell Oct 1, 2024 | 7:50 PM

JEFFERSON COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – Fayette police arrested a Warren County man in connection to a shooting after a homecoming celebration.

Investigators said the shooting occurred on Main Street in Fayette on September 21, 2024. Police said one man was shot and several vehicles and an apartment building were damaged by the gunfire.

Authorities arrested Ronald Thompson III, 25, on Monday, September 30 in connection to the shooting. He was later released on a $40,000 bond after his initial appearance in court.

Police said the investigation is ongoing and other arrests are pending. Anyone with information about the shooting can contact the Fayette Police Department at 601-786-3333 or Crime Stoppers at 1-888-442-5001.