Chief Jones Responds to Buena Vista Shots Fired

VICKSBURG, Miss — Vicksburg Police Chief Penny Jones has issued a press release about the shots fired call on Buena Vista.

UPDATE 12/30/24 – 12:13 p.m. – According to Vicksburg Police Chief Penny Jones, the two suspects have been arrested and are in custody.

In the release, the Chief details the call’s origin and subsequent events. Here is the release in its entirety:

From the Desk of Chief Penny Jones

Sunday, December 29, 2024

Vicksburg Police Department responds to Domestic Violence Incident and Foot Pursuit Update

Vicksburg, MS – On December 29, 2024, the Vicksburg Police Department responded to a disturbance call involving a mother and her son. Upon arrival at the scene, officers discovered that two Black male juveniles had assaulted their stepfather. The juveniles immediately fled the scene on foot, prompting officers to pursue them into a nearby wooded area.

During the pursuit, another call was received by Warren County 911 reporting 7-8 shots fired. In response, the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) security team was immediately notified, as it is believed that the juveniles may have fled onto federal property.

The juveniles have not been apprehended and are considered armed and dangerous. We ask that the public remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity. These juveniles should not be in possession of weapons, and it is crucial for the safety of our community that they are located and taken into custody.

I encourage all parents to take inventory of their children’s belongings and ensure that no firearms or dangerous items are in their possession. I cannot stress enough how important it is to follow the “See Something, Say Something” initiative. If you have any information regarding this case or the whereabouts of the juveniles, please contact the Vicksburg Police Department.

We would like to thank the community for their ongoing vigilance and cooperation. Your awareness and quick action are vital to ensuring the safety of our city.

Chief Penny L. Jones

Vicksburg Police Department

The Vicksburg Daily News will update this information as more as made available.