Man killed in Jackson drive-by shooting identified

According to a witness, police say a white sedan drove by the home firing rounds.
According to a witness, police say a white sedan drove by the home firing rounds.(WLBT)
Published: May. 30, 2023 at 6:34 AM CDT
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JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - A man killed in a Jackson drive-by shooting has been identified.

Hinds County Coroner Sharon Grisham-Stewart says Tyrique Buckner, 26, was shot and killed on Woody Drive around 6 p.m. Monday.

A woman was also shot and transported to the hospital, police say.

According to a witness, police say a white sedan drove by the home, firing rounds.

No details were released about the woman’s condition or a description of the potential suspects.

If you have any information, you are urged to contact Jackson Police at (601) 960-1234 or CrimeStoppers at (601) 355-TIPS (8477).

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