Crime

One person shot by Harrison County deputies during suspected burglary, says MBI

One person was shot by Harrison County deputies responding to a suspected burglary Monday night, according to Mississippi Bureau of Investigation.

The Sheriff’s Department responded around 10:15 p.m. near Merlyn Lane and Orange Grove Road, which is north of Dedeaux Road in Gulfport.

The person shot was taken to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, according to a press release.

Two others were arrested on scene.

MBI is investigating and will share the findings with Harrison County’s district attorney.

Mary Perez
Sun Herald
Mary has won numerous awards for her business and casino articles for the Sun Herald. She also writes about Biloxi, jobs and the new restaurants and development coming to the Coast. She is a fourth-generation journalist. 
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