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Monticello Today
By the People, for the People
4 Injured in Sonic Shooting in Monticello
Police make arrests as investigation into incident continues
Apr. 7, 2026 at 1:53pm
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The aftermath of a violent shooting at a local Sonic Drive-In exposes the harsh realities of crime in this small Mississippi town.Monticello TodayA shooting incident at a Sonic Drive-In in Monticello, Mississippi on Monday morning has left four people injured. Police responded quickly to the scene and have made two arrests so far, with more expected as the investigation continues.
Why it matters
Violent crimes like this shooting are concerning for the small town of Monticello, raising questions about public safety and the need for increased security measures in local businesses.
The details
According to Monticello Police Chief Sterling Allen, officers received a call about an active shooter at the Sonic Drive-In around 10:58 a.m. on Monday. Multiple law enforcement agencies responded and provided aid to the four victims who were injured by gunfire. Several nearby businesses were also struck by bullets during the incident.
- The shooting occurred on Monday morning around 10:58 a.m.
The players
Justin Mullins
The mayor of Monticello.
Sterling Allen
The police chief of the Monticello Police Department.
What they’re saying
“'During this tragic incident, four individuals were injured by gunfire. Multiple businesses in the area were also struck by gunfire.'”
— Sterling Allen, Police Chief
“'I would like to personally thank our responding agencies — the Lawrence County Sheriff's Office, Monticello Fire Department, Lawrence County Volunteer Fire Department, Life Guard Ambulance Service, Med Air, Prentiss Police Department, Mississippi Department of Corrections, Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics, Mississippi Alcoholic Beverage Control, Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks, Mississippi Highway Patrol, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives,'”
— Sterling Allen, Police Chief
What’s next
The incident remains an active and ongoing investigation. Anyone who witnessed this incident or has information is urged to contact the Monticello Police Department.
The takeaway
This shooting in Monticello's small business district highlights the need for improved security measures and emergency response protocols to protect local communities from acts of violence.