Police: Man killed on Newport Street, body found by homeowner

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Authorities have confirmed that a person was killed Wednesday evening on Newport Street.

The incident was reported around 5 p.m.

Jackson Police Department Deputy Chief Deric Hearn said a man was shot multiple times and found at the rear of a home in the street’s 2500 block.

The victim is identified as 23-year-old Nicholas Bryant.

Police say they have no motive yet in the shooting. They are asking anyone with information to call (601) 960-1278 or CrimeStoppers at (601) 355-8477.

This is a developing story.

#BREAKING Heavy police presence on Newport Street in Jackson. The coroner just arrived on scene. Residents tell us they heard multiple gunshots. At this time no word from police on exactly what happened. We’re still on scene working to learn more information @WLBT pic.twitter.com/hgk6rxXMOv
— Quentin Smith (@Q_Smith_) May 18, 2022

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