Man in Custody After Wife's Fatal Shooting

Written with artificial intelligence assistance.

According to the Lauderdale County, MS Sheriff's Office, a tragic incident unfolded today when deputies responded to a report of a shooting at a residence on Blizzard Rd.

At approximately 12:34 p.m., the Lauderdale County E-911 center received an emergency call from Joseph Stewart, who reported that his wife, Helen Stewart, had been shot. Deputies and Metro Ambulance quickly arrived at the scene.

Joseph Stewart was taken into custody at the residence and initially charged with Aggravated Assault. He was booked into the Lauderdale County Detention Facility. However, Helen Stewart succumbed to her injuries shortly after being admitted to the hospital.

Joseph StewartPhoto byLauderdale County, MS Sheriff's Office

Following consultation with the District Attorney, the Lauderdale County Sheriff's Office is now working to upgrade the charge against Joseph Stewart to Murder. As of now, no bond has been set for this new charge.

The investigation into the shooting is ongoing, and additional details will be reviewed by the grand jury as part of their consideration. Further information will be released as it becomes available.