JACKSON- The Jackson Police Department is investigating a shooting on Venture Drive that resulted in the death of a teen. This is the 19th homicide for the city for 2017.
He was shot on Ventura near Catalina Drive and died at the scene.
The Jackson Police Department has confirmed the victim as 17-year-old Rodney Byther.
Victim identified as Rodney Byther-17. Anyone w/ information is asked to call police, 601-960-1234 or 601-355-TIPS. https://t.co/e57QyGQNJV
— Jackson Police Dept. (@JacksonMSPolice) April 18, 2017
Police are still looking for a black truck that is believed to be connected to the crime. If you have any information on this shooting please contact the Jackson Police Department.
Suspect vehicle information on Ventura St. homicide, black SUV, possibly Jeep Cherokee and a white car. Call police with information.
— Jackson Police Dept. (@JacksonMSPolice) April 18, 2017
JPD investigating fatal shooting on Ventura St. near Catalina Dr. Unidentified BM shot, deceased on scene. 19th homicide for 2017.
— Jackson Police Dept. (@JacksonMSPolice) April 18, 2017
