Tunica County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Homicide Following Fatal Shooting

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The Tunica County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred late Tuesday night, August 13, 2024. At approximately 10:58 p.m., deputies responded to a 911 call reporting an individual shot at 2661 Old Highway 61.

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Upon arrival, deputies found 22-year-old Jermaine Jones of Tunica lying on the ground next to a vehicle with a single gunshot wound. Despite the efforts of first responders from Pafford, Jones was pronounced dead at the scene by Tunica County Coroner Glen Grant.

The incident is currently being investigated as a homicide. An autopsy has been scheduled, and Jones’ body has been transported to the Mississippi Crime Lab in Jackson for examination.

The investigation is ongoing, and the Tunica County Sheriff’s Office is seeking assistance from the public. Anyone with information about the shooting is encouraged to contact the Tunica County Sheriff’s Office at 662-363-1411. For those wishing to remain anonymous, tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 662-910-0400. Information leading to an arrest may qualify for a reward of up to $1,000.

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