CPD: Canton man shot to death while sitting in a driveway
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CANTON, Miss. (WLBT) - The Canton Police Department is investigating the deadly shooting of a man who they say was sitting in a driveway early Wednesday.
Police Chief Otha Brown says 29-year-old Shaquille Jackson was shot twice while sitting in a driveway on George Washington Street.
Jackson was shot with a high-powered rifle, the chief said. He died after being transported to a nearby hospital.
Investigators did not say exactly when the crime occurred, but 3 On Your Side crews found a heavy police presence in the area just before 5 a.m.
At this time, there are no suspects in custody for this crime.
If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Canton Police Department at (601) 859-2121.
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