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Subject shot during DEA altercation in Hattiesburg, Mississippi Bureau of Investigation to review

JACKSON, Miss. – The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation (MBI) is investigating an officer-
involved shooting involving the Drug Enforcement Agency that occurred on June 3rd, 2024.
An agent and task force officer (TFO) were transporting two subjects to the Federal Courthouse in
Hattiesburg, Mississippi. During transportation, an altercation occurred between the agent and one
of the subjects resulting in the agent receiving injuries. The Task Force Officer discharged his weapon striking the subject.
Both the agent and subject were transported to a local hospital. This information is
preliminary and subject to change.
MBI is currently assessing this critical incident and gathering evidence. Upon completing the
investigation, agents will share their findings with the Attorney General’s Office.