6 Killed in Series of Shootings in Mississippi Town, Suspect in Custody

Six people were killed in a series of shootings in Mississippi, and a suspect has been taken into custody, according to reports.

Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves confirmed the deadly series of shootings that took place Friday in Arkabutla, Miss.

“The individual responsible has been taken into custody alive,” Reeves saidin a statement on Facebook. “At this time, we believe he acted alone. His motive is not yet known.”

The names of the suspect and victims have not been released. It is not clear if the suspect had any prior connection to any of the victims.

Tate County Sheriff’s Office.Tate County Sheriff’s Office

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Then, inside a home within Arkabutla, police located a woman dead from a gunshot wound.

Soon after, four more dead people were discovered — two inside a home, and two more on Arkabutler Dam Road, per the outlet.

According to the governor, the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is assisting with the investigation.

source: people.com