Joshua Bennett Obituary – The Jackson Police Department is currently investigating a fatal shooting that occurred at a gas station. The incident took place at the Shell station on Northside Drive, near Boling Street, and was initially reported as an aggravated assault. The victim, Joshua Bennett, was tragically shot and killed inside the store.
Law enforcement officers swiftly responded to the scene, resulting in a significant police presence and the placement of crime scene tape at the entrance. According to a witness, who spoke to a 16 WAPT News crew, the suspect entered the store while the witness was standing next to Bennett. The witness recounted hearing four to six gunshots before the shooter grabbed a backpack and fled.
The witness believes that the suspect subsequently went to a nearby police precinct to surrender. The Jackson Police Department has confirmed that an arrest has been made in connection with the case, although no further details have been provided at this time
