Incident Overview
A security guard at a convenience store and gas station in Jackson, Mississippi, was fatally shot early Monday morning. Three teenagers have been charged with capital murder in connection with the killing, according to the city’s police chief, Joseph Wade.
Details of the Shooting
The victim, Roy Love, 60, was providing security at M&M Food Express in south Jackson. Around 1:30 a.m., Love approached three teenagers and asked them to leave the premises. The teenagers attacked Love, took his weapon, and shot him with their own firearm. Love did not draw his weapon during the encounter, which was captured on video footage.
Arrest and Charges
Within hours of the incident, Jackson Police Department officers arrested three teenagers: two 17-year-old boys and one 16-year-old boy. They have each been charged with capital murder. The police chief noted that two of the teenagers fled on foot after the shooting, while one left on a bicycle.
Police Investigation
Jackson Police Chief Joseph Wade provided details of the incident at a news conference, emphasizing the swift response by the police department in apprehending the suspects. The investigation is ongoing, and police are continuing to gather evidence and information related to the case.
