One person taken to hospital after shooting in Fondren; nearby bowling alley employees assist victim

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - One person was taken to the hospital after a shooting in Jackson Wednesday night.

Capitol Police responded to the incident which took place around 9:30 p.m. near Highball Lanes in Fondren.

One person was taken to the hospital.

Police did not release any additional details about what happened or the extent of injuries, but a spokesperson for Highball Lanes issued the following statement.

“Highball Lanes staff attended to a victim of a shooting incident that occurred late in the evening of February 8. The incident happened in front of a nearby restaurant and the victim, who had previously visited Highball Lanes, returned to the building for medical assistance.
The Highball Lanes staff quickly reacted to the situation and provided first aid, including applying a tourniquet, until authorities arrived on the scene. The Capitol Police, who were working the scene, expressed gratitude towards the Highball Lanes staff for their quick response and professionalism.
From discussions with law enforcement, the victim, and others, Highball Lanes management understands that the incident did not arise from anything that occurred in Highball Lanes, but was related to a domestic situation. The victim is expected to recover.
“Highball Lanes takes the security of its guests and staff very seriously and has taken appropriate measures to ensure the safety of everyone on the premises,” Highball Lanes Director of Operations Sara Ferguson said. “We have security personnel on-site at all times and immediately contacted the authorities in response to the incident. Although the shooting occurred elsewhere, we are grateful that one of our valued employees with medical training was able to render aid, and that the victim will recover.”
While this is a unique and isolated incident, the management wants to assure its guests and the public that it takes their safety seriously, and will continue to do its part to foster a fun, safe environment.
Highball Lanes management is cooperating fully with the authorities and asks that any inquiries be directed to the Capitol Police.
Amanda Wells, Highball Lanes spokesperson

If anyone has any additional information, you are urged to contact Capitol Police at 601-359-3125.

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