The FBI is seeking public assistance to identify suspects linked to a tragic mass shooting in Leland, Mississippi. This incident, which occurred during homecoming weekend, resulted in six fatalities and left over a dozen individuals injured.
Details of the Shooting Incident
Late Sunday, the FBI’s Jackson Field Office released surveillance images of four individuals—one female and three males. These persons of interest are referred to as “unknown suspects.” The shooting took place on a Friday night following a high school football game, becoming the deadliest of several shootings reported across Mississippi that weekend.
- Date: Friday night
- Location: Leland, Mississippi
- Victims: Four deceased at the scene
- Injuries: More than a dozen
- Possible Motive: Disagreement among individuals
- Mass Killing Statistics: 14th mass killing in the U.S. for 2025
Eyewitness Accounts
Witness Camish Hopkins described the scene as horrific, recalling bloodstains and abandoned belongings on the pavement the next day. The shooting has raised significant alarms in the community, reflecting ongoing concerns about gun violence.
Other Shootings in Mississippi
In addition to the Leland incident, multiple shootings were reported across the state during the same weekend. In Heidelberg, a pregnant woman and another individual were found dead on a high school campus, coinciding with the local high school’s homecoming game. An 18-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with this shooting.
- Heidelberg Shooting: 2 fatalities, including a pregnant woman
- Arrest: 18-year-old charged with murder
University Shootings
Further violence also occurred at two Mississippi universities. At Alcorn State University, three individuals were injured after shots were fired near the industrial technology building following a homecoming game. One victim has died.
In Jackson, at the tailgating area of Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium, a juvenile was shot and hospitalized. Details regarding these incidents remain sparse, and no arrests have been reported thus far.
Call for Public Assistance
The FBI encourages anyone with information about the suspects or the shootings to come forward. Community cooperation is essential in addressing and preventing further violence in the region.
