Accident – Death – Obituary News :
10-Year-Old Fatally Shot in Coahoma County on Christmas Eve
A tragic incident occurred in Coahoma County on Christmas Eve, resulting in the death of a 10-year-old boy from gunshot wounds.
According to Coahoma County 911, a call was received just after 9 p.m. reporting a juvenile with gunshot wounds being rushed to a hospital in Clarksdale by a private vehicle.
Further investigation revealed that the victims, a 14-year-old and a 10-year-old, were riding around the downtown area of Friars Point when an unidentified individual opened fire, fatally hitting the 10-year-old.
The young boy has been identified as Ladarius Nesbitt. Sadly, he succumbed to his injuries sustained from the gunfire.
Authorities are urging anyone with information related to the incident to come forward and contact Coahoma County Sheriff’s Investigator Major Gwen Muskin at (662)592-1395. A reward of $2,500 is being offered for tips leading to the arrest of the shooter.
A heartbreaking incident unfolded in Coahoma County, Mississippi, on Christmas Eve, as a 10-year-old boy lost his life to a fatal shooting. The incident has shocked and saddened the local community.
According to the Coahoma County 911, the authorities received an urgent call at around 9 p.m. on Christmas Eve, reporting a juvenile with gunshot wounds being rushed to a hospital in Clarksdale. The young boy was being transported by a private vehicle.
Further investigation revealed that the victims, a 14-year-old and the 10-year-old, were riding together in the downtown area of Friars Point when an unidentified assailant opened fire on them. Tragically, the 10-year-old boy was struck by the gunfire.
The young victim has been identified as Ladarius Nesbitt. Despite efforts to save his life, he succumbed to the injuries sustained from the shooting. The loss of such a young life has left the community devastated.
The Coahoma County Sheriff’s Office is actively seeking information from the public that could help identify and apprehend the shooter. They urge anyone with relevant information to come forward and contact Coahoma County Sheriff’s Investigator Major Gwen Muskin at (662)592-1395. To encourage cooperation, a reward of $2,500 is being offered for any tips that lead to the arrest of the perpetrator.
Local residents and community leaders are mourning this tragic incident, and efforts are being made to support the affected families during this difficult time.
In the wake of this devastating news, it is crucial for the community to come together and support each other. The loss of a young life is a reminder of the importance of addressing the issue of gun violence and ensuring the safety of all community members, particularly children.
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Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Ladarius Nesbitt during this incredibly difficult time. May he rest in peace.