MERIDIAN, Miss. (Queen City Newsfeed) – The Meridian Police Department is investigating a shooting after officers initially responded to a reported motor vehicle accident Wednesday evening.
Police said 911 received a call around 7:15 p.m. about a crash in the area of 18th Street between 30th and 31st avenues. Officers were dispatched to the scene and worked to ensure the victim received medical attention.
Authorities later determined the individual involved had suffered a gunshot wound, according to the Meridian Police Department.
The victim was transported to a local hospital before being airlifted to a hospital in Jackson for further treatment. The person’s condition has not been released.
Police said the case remains an active and ongoing investigation, and limited details were immediately available as detectives continue gathering information.
Officials said additional details will be released as they become available.
