2 Shot During Trail Ride in Tunica County

Authorities searching for suspects after weekend shooting incident.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 7:48pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a single spent bullet casing on the ground, reflecting the harsh light of the camera flash and conveying a sense of sudden, gritty violence.A recent wave of gun violence at community events in rural Mississippi exposes the need for heightened safety precautions.Dundee Today

Two people were shot during a trail ride event in Tunica County, Mississippi on Saturday evening. The Tunica County Sheriff's Office responded to a call of shots fired in the area near Dubbs Road and Muddy River Delta Farm around 6 PM. Both victims were airlifted to the hospital for treatment, but there are no further details on their conditions or any potential suspects at this time.

Why it matters

Trail rides and other outdoor recreational events are popular in rural parts of Mississippi, but this shooting incident highlights the potential for violence and the need for improved safety measures at such gatherings. The investigation is ongoing to determine the circumstances and identify any suspects.

The details

According to the Tunica County Sheriff's Office, deputies were called to the area around Dubbs Road and Muddy River Delta Farm on Saturday evening around 6 PM for a report of shots fired. At the scene, they found two people who had been shot and airlifted them to the hospital for treatment. The investigation is still in the early stages, and no further details have been released about the victims' conditions or any potential suspects.

  • The incident occurred on Saturday, March 29, 2026 around 6:00 PM.

The players

Tunica County Sheriff's Office

The local law enforcement agency investigating the shooting incident.

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What’s next

Authorities are continuing to investigate the shooting and search for any suspects. They are asking anyone with information about the incident to contact the Tunica County Sheriff's Office at 662-363-1411.

The takeaway

This shooting during a community trail ride event highlights the need for improved safety measures and security at outdoor recreational gatherings in rural areas to prevent future violence.