Mississippi News

Suspect shot to end hostage situation in Grenada

A suspect is dead after what was described as a hostage situation ended at a Walgreens store in Grenada on Sunday. 

Mississippi Bureau of Investigation (MBI) officials were called in to investigate the incident that took place about 5 p.m. Sunday afternoon at the Walgreens on Sunset Drive in Grenada.  

Members of  the Mississippi Highway Patrol SWAT Team were called to the location to assist with this critical incident. The involved subject received fatal injuries. There were no other serious physical injuries reported to any other individuals at the scene.  

No other details were immediately available.  

MBI is currently assessing this critical incident and gathering evidence. Upon completing the  investigation, agents will share their findings with the Attorney General’s Office. 

Bob Bakken

Bob Bakken provides content for DeSoto County News and its social media channels. He is an award-winning broadcaster, along with being a reporter and photographer, and has done sports media relations work with junior and minor league hockey teams. Along with his reports on this website, you will find this veteran media member providing sports updates and high school football play-by-play on Rebel 95.3 FM Radio.

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