4 killed, 12 injured in mass shooting at Mississippi high school after football game, reports BBC

At least four people were killed, and 12 others were injured in a mass shooting that took place just after a football game post midnight in the US state of Mississippi on Friday night, the BBC reported. The incident took place in Leland, a small city about 120 miles (190 km) northeast of the state capital, Jackson.

Four of the critically injured survivors were airlifted to nearby hospitals for emergency treatment, local authorities said.

The report quoted Mayor John Lee, who confirmed the incident to CBS, the shooting occurred on Leland’s main street during a busy Friday night.

Authorities have not yet identified any suspects, and no arrests have been made. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the attack.

Leland was unusually crowded on Friday night, with residents gathered to celebrate homecoming, an annual American tradition where schools welcome back former students and host community events, including football games.

Officials said the celebration turned tragic as chaos erupted amid gunfire, leaving multiple casualties and widespread panic. The identities of the victims have not been released pending notification from their families.

Law enforcement agencies are continuing their investigation and have urged witnesses to come forward with any information that might help identify those responsible.

An investigation and a manhunt to nab the accused are underway, authorities said.

Further details are awaited.

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