One Arrested, One Wanted After Shooting in Gulf Park Estates

Authorities search for second suspect in Thursday night incident that left one man injured.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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The Jackson County Sheriff's Department reported that one man has been arrested and another is wanted following a shooting on Thursday night in the Gulf Park Estates neighborhood. Deputies responded to a reported shooting around 9:30 p.m. on February 26 and found 47-year-old Nathan Lee suffering from two gunshot wounds after an altercation with two other parties. Lee was transported to a local hospital and is listed in stable condition. Authorities identified the two suspects as 46-year-old Christopher Paul Landry and 32-year-old Glen Guy Barton. Barton was arrested and charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, while Landry remains at large with an active warrant for the same charge. The investigation is ongoing, and additional charges or arrests may be forthcoming.

Why it matters

Violent crimes like shootings are concerning for residents of Gulf Park Estates and the broader Jackson County community. This incident highlights the need for continued law enforcement efforts to apprehend suspects and maintain public safety in the area.

The details

According to Sheriff John Ledbetter, deputies responded to a reported shooting near North 19th Street and Pickering Forrest Drive in Gulf Park Estates. When they arrived, they found 47-year-old Nathan Lee suffering from two gunshot wounds following an altercation with another party. Lee was transported to a local hospital and is listed in stable condition. During the investigation, authorities identified two suspects: 46-year-old Christopher Paul Landry and 32-year-old Glen Guy Barton. Barton was arrested and charged with one count of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, while Landry remains at large with an active warrant for the same charge.

  • The incident occurred around 9:30 p.m. on February 26, 2026.
  • Barton was arrested following the shooting.

The players

Nathan Lee

A 47-year-old man who was shot twice during the altercation and transported to a local hospital in stable condition.

Christopher Paul Landry

A 46-year-old suspect who is wanted on an active warrant for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.

Glen Guy Barton

A 32-year-old suspect who was arrested and charged with one count of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.

John Ledbetter

The Jackson County Sheriff who provided details about the incident and the ongoing investigation.

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What they’re saying

“The case remains under active investigation, and additional charges or arrests may be forthcoming, officials said.”

— John Ledbetter, Jackson County Sheriff (darkhorsepressnow.com)

What’s next

The judge will decide on Barton's bail status at a hearing next week.

The takeaway

This shooting incident underscores the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in maintaining public safety in the Gulf Park Estates neighborhood and the broader Jackson County area. The apprehension of the remaining suspect and any potential additional charges will be closely watched by the community.