JPD investigates overnight murder in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn.— An overnight murder occurs in Jackson.
We received information from a tipster stating that Saturday around midnight, shots could be heard around the Old Humboldt Road area in Jackson.
The Jackson Police Department issued a press release that says around 11:59 p.m. on July 15, officers responded to the 600 Block of Old Humboldt Road in response to a shots fired call.
Upon arrival, the release states that officers found two victims inside a vehicle, suffering from what appeared to be multiple gunshot wounds.
According to the release, a male victim was transported to a local hospital by EMS, where he later died as a result of his injuries.
Additionally, a female victim was transported by Air Evac to a nearby hospital to be treated. JPD says as of Monday morning, she is in stable condition.
JPD says this is an ongoing investigation, and anyone with information is asked to contact the department at (731) 425-8400 or Crime Stoppers at (731) 425-8477.
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