STARKVILLE – A Sturgis teen is behind bars following a Sunday morning shooting at Sonic Drive-In, located at 913 Hwy. 12 W.
Jakobe George, 19, is charged with attempted murder, according to booking information available on the Oktibbeha County Jail website. An email from Starkville Police Department said George turned himself in Monday.
Police responded at 10:47 a.m. Sunday to the shots-fired call at Sonic Drive-In and determined a firearm was discharged during an altercation, an SPD press release said. No injuries were reported but a vehicle was hit by gunfire.
The participants in the altercation knew each other, the press release said.
SPD took several persons of interest into custody Sunday, ranging in age from 16 to 19, and additional charges may follow as the investigation remains active.
A booking photo for George was not available by press time.
Anyone with information about this case can contact SPD at (662) 323-4131, Golden Triangle Crime Stoppers at (800) 530-7151 or submit an anonymous tip through the police department’s website. Crime Stoppers may offer a cash reward.
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