Oktibbeha County Deputies Respond to Shooting Incident in Sturgis

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According to the Oktibbeha County Sheriff’s Department (OCSD), they responded to a report of gunfire on August 28, 2024, at 1239 Taylor Road near Sturgis. Deputies arrived at the scene to find three individuals with non-life-threatening gunshot wounds. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) treated and released all three victims at the scene.

Henry Lee LoweryPhoto byOKTIBBEHA COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT

Henry Lee Lowery, 65, has been arrested in connection with the incident. He faces three counts of Aggravated Assault and one count of Possession of a Firearm by a Felon. Lowery has been transported to the Oktibbeha County Jail and is currently awaiting an initial court appearance in Oktibbeha County Justice Court. As of now, no bond has been set.

The investigation into the shooting is ongoing, and authorities are urging anyone with additional information to contact the Oktibbeha County Sheriff’s Department.