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“Over 100 shell casings” – Chief Jones on gunfire in parking lot

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At around 12:30 a.m., a report of gunfire occurred in the parking lot near Mulberry/Jacques in Vicksburg.

“Over 100 shell casings,” said Chief Penny Jones regarding the number of shell casings found at the location of the gunfire. Chief Jones went on to clarify that various types of weapons were used in the gunfire. Several cars and the retaining wall were riddled with bullets.

At the time of this report, there are no reported injuries associated with this event. Chief Jones went on to indicate that they have names and are investigating leads on the gunfire and damage.

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Vehicles were hit in the Levee Street parking lot. Photo by David Day

The retaining wall appears to have been sprayed with bullets, while at least three vehicles were hit. One vehicle, a black SUV, had numerous bullet holes, a flat tire, and shattered windows.

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The shattered back window of a vehicle hit in the parking lot. Photo by David Day

Deputy Chief Troy Kimble was at the scene, investigating the shooting.

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The retaining wall is riddled with bullets. Photo by David Day

A shooting that injured four security guards occurred in this same parking lot on May 6. Warrants were issued in that shooting.

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