WEST POINT, Miss. (AP) — A 24-year-old Mississippi man, Daricka M. Moore, was arrested following a horrifying shooting spree that left six dead, including family members and a local pastor. The events unfolded in several locations in rural Clay County, leading to a flurry of local, state, and federal law enforcement response.
Moore was taken into custody just before midnight Friday at a police roadblock in Cedarbluff, where officers had already mobilized in the wake of the violence. As details emerged, it was revealed that those murdered included Moore's father Glenn (67), brother Quinton (33), uncle Willie Ed Guines (55), and a 7-year-old cousin. Additionally, the pastor of the Apostolic Church of The Lord Jesus, Rev. Barry Bradley, and his brother Samuel were also tragically killed during the rampage.
Clay County District Attorney Scott Colom disclosed that the death penalty is likely to be pursued against Moore, who is currently being held without bail ahead of his first court appearance.
As of Saturday morning, further interviews with Moore are being conducted by investigators, who have yet to ascertain the reason behind these shocking acts. Sheriff Eddie Scott noted that it is particularly distressing to see a family member involved in such violence against their own.
The shootings occurred amidst a backdrop of rural homes and fields, creating a scene of devastation that has profoundly affected the local community. The investigation continues into the events that led to this tragic night, with autopsies underway to determine additional details about the victims.
The Clay County community is grappling with the aftermath, with families mourning the heartbreaking loss of their loved ones.
Moore was taken into custody just before midnight Friday at a police roadblock in Cedarbluff, where officers had already mobilized in the wake of the violence. As details emerged, it was revealed that those murdered included Moore's father Glenn (67), brother Quinton (33), uncle Willie Ed Guines (55), and a 7-year-old cousin. Additionally, the pastor of the Apostolic Church of The Lord Jesus, Rev. Barry Bradley, and his brother Samuel were also tragically killed during the rampage.
Clay County District Attorney Scott Colom disclosed that the death penalty is likely to be pursued against Moore, who is currently being held without bail ahead of his first court appearance.
As of Saturday morning, further interviews with Moore are being conducted by investigators, who have yet to ascertain the reason behind these shocking acts. Sheriff Eddie Scott noted that it is particularly distressing to see a family member involved in such violence against their own.
The shootings occurred amidst a backdrop of rural homes and fields, creating a scene of devastation that has profoundly affected the local community. The investigation continues into the events that led to this tragic night, with autopsies underway to determine additional details about the victims.
The Clay County community is grappling with the aftermath, with families mourning the heartbreaking loss of their loved ones.
