VICKSBURG, Miss. (WJTV) – A 19-year-old was killed and two others were injured during a shooting in Vicksburg, police said.
The shooting occurred in the area of Locust Street and Jefferson Street.
When officers arrived at the location, investigators said they discovered a 19-year-old male suffering from gunshot wounds. He was transported to a local hospital and later died due to his injuries. The victim has not been identified.
Shortly afterwards, officers received a call that two additional gunshot victims had arrived at the hospital. There’s no word on their conditions.
Police determined that the incident originated inside an apartment where officers recovered a “significant quantity” of drugs. The investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with information about the shooting can contact the Vicksburg Police Department.
