JPD investigates two cases, one involving two juveniles
By Michaila Franklin
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JACKSON, Mississippi (WAPT) — Jackson police are investigating a shooting and a stabbing that happened within hours of each other.
According to officers, the first shooting happened on West Monument Street just before midnight Saturday. Officers said a man was shot in both of his legs. He was transported to Baptist where he is in stable condition.
JPD said a person of interest is in custody.
The second incident involving two juveniles occurred around 1 a.m. Sunday at the 200 block of Rebelwoods Drive. Officers said a 15-year-old girl is accused of stabbing a 14-year-old girl on the left side of her chest.
The 14-year-old was taken to the University of Mississippi Medical Center, and is expected to live, authorities said. The 15-year-old is charged with aggravated assault, police said.
Both cases are under investigation.
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