The Jackson Police Department is investigating a homicide after an unidentified black male was found dead from a gunshot wound inside a vehicle in the 2800 block of Ridgeland Drive around 2:00 a.m.

Police learned the victim was a passenger who was shot at an unknown location and then driven to the area, according to JPD. The driver of the vehicle was taken into custody on unrelated charges.

The investigation is ongoing in coordination with the Hinds County Sheriff’s Office.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Jackson Police Department at 601-960-1234 or Crime Stoppers at 601-355-TIPS (8477). Tipsters can remain anonymous.

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