Guns and Drugs Seized in Yazoo

Press Release:
On November 25, 2024, the Yazoo City Police Department responded to an active shooting called in by an SO Deputy in the area of West 1st Street near Maynie Street. Officers responding were directed to a residence where a Deputy saw a possible suspect enter into the residence. Yazoo City Officers along with Yazoo County Deputies secured the scene while Police Dept Investigator obtained a search warrant for the home and vehicle on the property.

Upon the execution of the search warrant, 1 handgun, 3 assault rifles, 1 shotgun, a large amount of marijuana, methamphetamine, pills, and other paraphernalia were taken from the vehicle and home. Several individuals were arrested and charged for the shooting in the area and everything found during the search.

Several hours later Yazoo City Police Officers responded to a call for service at Willow Wood Apartments where several subjects ran upon officers’ arrival. Officers were still able to find and seize 2 handguns, and 1 assault rifle.