Brookhaven Police investigating Wednesday shooting
Published 3:18 pm Thursday, September 12, 2024
BROOKHAVEN — One man was injured in a shooting Wednesday as then Hurricane Francine made its way towards landfall. The shooting is under investigation by the Brookhaven Police Department.
According to call records, a shots fired call was received by E-911 dispatch at 3:18 p.m. The incident occurred at the Lincoln Apartments on Old Wesson Road near Crooked Lane. The victim was shot in the arm and released from King Daughters Medical Center.
Brookhaven Police Detective Jonathan Hart said suspects opened fire on the victim as he was driving in his vehicle. Hart said the suspects have not been identified at this time but are described as two black males wearing black hoodies.
“If anyone has any information involving this case please contact the Brookhaven Police Department at 601-833-2424,” Hart said. “Every little detail of information helps.”
This is a developing story and we will provide updates as they become available.