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Two men arrested for fatal Vicksburg shooting

VICKSBURG, Miss. (WJTV) – Two men have been arrested after a fatal shooting in Vicksburg.

Vicksburg Police Chief Penny Jones identified the suspects as Javien Shannon, 20, of Jackson, and Tyler Terry, 21, of Canton.

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Shannon was charged with capital murder, two counts of aggravated assault, armed robbery and possession of a stolen firearm. His bond was set at $1,175,000.

Terry was charged with capital murder, two counts of aggravated assault and armed robbery. His bond was set at $1,200,000.

The shooting occurred in the area of Locust Street and Jefferson Street on March 11.

When officers arrived at the location, investigators said they discovered a 19-year-old male suffering from gunshot wounds. He was transported to a local hospital and later died due to his injuries. The victim has not been identified.

Shortly afterwards, officers received a call that two additional gunshot victims had arrived at the hospital. There’s no word on their conditions.

Police determined that the incident originated inside an apartment where officers recovered a “significant quantity” of drugs. The investigation is ongoing.

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