09/08/2026
The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation (MBI) is investigating an officer-involved shooting involving the Claiborne County Sheriff's Office near Hermanville, MS.
Deputies were attempting to disperse a crowd in the parking lot of Michael Dean's Convenience Store around midnight when gunshots were directed toward the crowd.
A female bystander was shot and transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. A deputy was shot and transported to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
MBI is currently assessing this critical incident and gathering evidence. Upon completing the investigation, agents will share their findings with the local District Attorney's Office and the Attorney General’s Office. This information is preliminary and subject to change.
The FBI is offering up to a $25,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and prosecution of those responsible.
Anyone with any information is encouraged to reach out to the Claiborne County Sheriff’s Office, the MBI tip line at [email protected], or the Mississippi Department of Homeland Security at 1-888-472-3367.
Additional information may be provided at a later time.