Gautier, MS — A quiet Saturday evening in Gautier was shattered by violence as a shooting on Ladnier Road left three people injured, one of whom later died from their injuries. According to authorities, officers with the Gautier Police Department responded to multiple 911 calls around 6:00 p.m., reporting gunfire in the area.
When officers arrived on the scene, they discovered three victims suffering from gunshot wounds. Emergency responders quickly provided aid and transported the victims to nearby hospitals for treatment. Tragically, one of the victims, identified as Arreyon, succumbed to their injuries despite the best efforts of medical personnel.
Gautier Police Chief David Bever confirmed the incident and stated that one of the victims was in critical condition before passing away. The identities of the other two injured victims have not yet been released, and their current conditions remain unknown.
Authorities have not disclosed what may have led up to the shooting, but investigators are actively working to piece together the events that unfolded. Detectives remained on the scene for several hours Saturday night, collecting evidence and interviewing witnesses in an effort to identify the suspect or suspects involved.
Chief Bever noted that this tragic act of violence has deeply impacted the local community, urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward. “We’re asking for the public’s help,” Bever said. “If anyone saw or heard anything, no matter how small it may seem, please contact the Gautier Police Department. Every piece of information could help us bring justice for the victims and their families.”
Residents in the normally peaceful neighborhood described the scene as chaotic and heartbreaking. Several neighbors reported hearing multiple gunshots before seeing police cars and ambulances flood the area. “It’s scary to think something like this could happen right down the street,” one resident shared. “We’re praying for the families and hoping the police can find whoever did this.”
As the investigation continues, Gautier PD has not released any details regarding possible suspects or motives. The department confirmed that this remains an active and ongoing investigation, and more information will be made available as it develops.
The loss of Arreyon has left friends, family, and community members mourning the senseless tragedy. Loved ones remember them as a vibrant and kind-hearted person whose life was cut short far too soon.
Anyone with information related to the shooting is urged to contact the Gautier Police Department or Crime Stoppers at their local tip line.
This heartbreaking incident serves as another reminder of the devastating toll that gun violence continues to take on communities across Mississippi and the nation.
