She emerged from the house and began walking down the street, continuing to hold the gun to her head. Ray Wesson Jr. honored with YMCAs Blossman Humanitarian Award. Copyright 2022 WLOX. Moss Point officers shot a woman after she turned a gun on police during a standoff on Tuesday evening. In a statement sent to CBS News, the BBC's US media partner, Ms Gillis' family called her "a kind, beautiful soul and a ray of light to anyone who was lucky enough to know her". Mitchell is also facing a charge of shooting into a motor vehicle. Amoni Curry, Savion Burkes and Rian Fletcher are all charged with shooting into a dwelling house on Juniper St. during the night of May 16. Moss Point and Pascagoula Police began a canvas of the area, locating witnesses and collecting evidence at the scene. We are the most trusted source for local news. Lynd arrived on the scene and prounounced Barnes dead. 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His accomplice was described as a heavier-set, dark-skinned black male in his 40s. }, About 7:50 p.m., Moss Point Police received calls of multiple shots fired in the area. widget: true, Moss Point Police are actively investigating a shooting which occurred Thursday, April 22, 2021, near the intersection Jefferson Avenue and River Road. As the driver was leaving, Mr Monahan, 65, allegedly opened fire on the vehicle, hitting Ms Gillis. Moss Point Police Chief Brandon Ashley confirmed that a shooting occurred just after 6pm in the 6100 block of Dora Court. An hour later, officers were notified of a possible shooting in the 3600 block of Machpelah Road -- roughly two miles from the scene of the first shooting. (WLOX) - All seven people who police say were connected to multiple Moss Point shooting are now in custody. } Story: http://bit.ly/2VQwUIw A frightening scene outside of a club in Moss Point was caught on camera.It happened at 10:32 p.m. Sunday at Luxury Nightz Bar . Click here to subscribe to our newsletter. GULFPORT, Mississippi -- Three teachers from Jackson County were among the nine winners of 2022 Leo W. Seal Innovative Teacher Grants, announced Friday. Read about our approach to external linking. When you see news happening, share it! Guests aboard the flight, which was Sun Country Flight SCX 8179 from St. Petersburg-Clearwater (Fla.) International Airport, were welcomed by Beau Rivage employees, airport staff, elected officials and other dignitaries. Moss Point Police investigate Monday night gunfire, multiple injuries - MSN Kaylin Gillis was in the car with three friends when she was killed, Kevin Monahan allegedly opened fire without warning, The secret mine that hid the Nazis' stolen treasure. We are the most trusted source for local news. Councilman claims racist Facebook post was really a hacker. 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Police Chief: Woman shot by officers had gun to her head, pointed - MSN Moss Point police investigating two shootings an hour apart evvnt_require("evvnt/discovery_plugin").init({ Investigators say they have yet to determine a motive for either shooting or whether they are related. On Friday, Moss Point Police Department announced the arrests of five suspects in relation to shootings that took place in Moss Point on May 16 and May 18. There were two other elderly passengers inside the vehicle who were not injured. He was last seen wearing a white tee shirt. The victims told officers they were traveling west on Jefferson Avenue and then turned left onto River Road to travel south towards Pascagoula. Kaylin Gillis: Woman shot dead in New York state after friend pulled Gautier says prove it or resign. Collect specimens for drug screens, paternity tests, alcohol tests etc. Video, The secret mine that hid the Nazis' stolen treasure. number: 3, (228) 832-2525 | newsrelease@wxxv25.com14531 Hwy 49 North Gulfport, MS 39503. MOSS POINT, Mississippi -- Moss Point police are investigating the death of a 52-year-old man found dead in his home Thursday morning. Authorities with t Our founders envisioned an institution meant to serve. Kaylin Gillis was with three other people in New York state on Saturday. Real-time updates and all local stories you want right in the palm of your hand. Required fields are marked *, function evvntDiscoveryInit() { The type of bullet that killed Ms Gillis was a large lead slug fired from a 12-gauge shotgun, according to the Times-Union newspaper. "When there's a tragedy and a victim, everyone wants a villain," he said. Moss Point Police investigating morning shooting - WXXV News 25 An EV alternative? He was wearing glasses, a white tee-shirt, and dark pants. Moss Point Chief Brandon Ashley said in a press release that officers were called to local convenience store on a report about a woman holding a gun to her head. On Tuesday, the Schuylerville Central School District held a press conference where former school officials spoke about how much she will be grieved in the close-knit community. Vince Nye at the Moss Point Police Department at 228-475-1711 or Mississippi Coast Crimestoppers at 800-787-5898 or online at www.mscoastcrimestoppers.com . } Your email address will not be published. Wesson, an executive in the banking industry, has spent his life in service to his community, serving on the board of directors for several organizations, including the Salvation Army, Gulf Coast Community Ministries, Home of Grace, Mississippi Gulf Coast YMCA, Hancock Community Development Foundation, and the Southern Mississippi Planning & Development District. evvnt_require("evvnt/discovery_plugin").init({ Want more WLOX news in your inbox? His condition as of Thursday morning was also unknown. MOSS POINT, Miss. Job Duties/Responsibilities: Perform blood collections by venipuncture and capillary techniques for all age groups. (WLOX) - Authorities are investigating after a fatal shooting Tuesday evening in Moss Point left one person dead. Anyone with information on either incident is asked to contact Det. The shooting victim was identified as 27-year-old Devonte Carson. No portions of this website may be reproduced, retransmitted, copied, or republished without expressed written consent from Shore News Media & Marketing, LLC. They accidentally drove into the driveway of Kevin Monahan in the town of Hebron, police say. MOSS POINT, MS On Thursday, May 27, 2021, at approximately 11 :OOPM, Moss Point Police were notified of a shooting victim at Singing River Hospital. MOSS POINT, Miss. 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Vince Nye at the Moss Point Police Department at 228-475-1711 or Mississippi Coast Crimestoppers at 800-787-5898 or online at www.mscoastcrimestoppers.com. (WLOX) - Authorities are investigating after a fatal shooting Tuesday evening in Moss Point left one person dead. Miss. Judge Is Killed by Son, Who Is Shot After Charging Police - People partner_name: "WXXV 25", "global": { We are asking for the publics assistance in identifying the persons involved and solving this senseless murder, said a release from MPPD put out Wednesday morning. She continued to hold the gun to her head as officers and residents continued to beg her to put the gun down. WXXV Staff. Did this woman die because her genitals were cut? was charged with shooting a teenager who rang the wrong doorbell while picking up his younger brothers. Three armed suspects sought after late night home invasion in Jackson County. By Charlie Dwyer. 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