STONEWALL, Miss. (Queen City Newsfeed) – An investigation is underway following an altercation at the intersection of Basstown Road and River Road Thursday afternoon, where authorities discovered a potentially explosive device along with weapons.
According to a media release from Sheriff Chancelor, Clarke County 911 received a call around 1:30 PM reporting the incident. Upon arrival, responders found an individual with serious injuries, who was transported to an area hospital for treatment.
The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation (MBI), the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), and the Mississippi Office of Homeland Security are assisting with the ongoing investigation.
As a precaution, the south side of Basstown Road near the intersection with River Road will remain closed until the investigation is complete. Authorities want to assure the public that there is no immediate threat to residents and advise everyone to avoid the area until further notice.
SOURCE: Clarke County Hot Topics
