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Six Killed in West Point, Mississippi Shootings, Suspect in Custody

Officials will hold a morning briefing following the overnight arrest.

Overview

  • Authorities say six people were killed Friday night in West Point near the Alabama border.
  • Sheriff Eddie Scott said the deaths occurred across three separate locations in related shootings.
  • A suspect was taken into custody, and the sheriff reported no ongoing threat to the community.
  • Officials have not released information on motive, weapons, or victim identities as the investigation continues.
  • The sheriff announced plans for a news conference this morning after asking residents to keep the victims' families in their prayers.