1 dead after fatal shooting in Horn Lake; Suspect is in police custody

HORN LAKE, Miss. (WMC) - The Horn Lake Police Department has confirmed the death of one victim after a fatal shooting in the Horn Lake area.

Around 2 p.m., officers responded to a shooting that took place on Highway 51 north of Goodman Road.

When officers arrived, they discovered a male victim that had suffered a gunshot wound.

The victim was transported to a hospital where they were later pronounced dead.

It has been confirmed by the Horn Lake Police Department that the suspect is now in police custody.

Decedrone Johnson, the suspect in question, was taken into custody in Coahoma county, Mississippi. He will be held there until extradited back to Horn Lake to face charges.

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