Drewnard Minor, a 43-year-old male, was fatally shot on the evening of Saturday, February 8, 2025, in Jackson, Mississippi. The incident occurred around 5:30 p.m. at the Pine Ridge Gardens Apartments located on Rebel Woods Drive, off of Terry Road.
Emergency services were dispatched to the apartment complex following reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, they discovered Minor had sustained a gunshot wound.
He was transported to a local hospital for medical attention but ultimately succumbed to his injuries.
In the days following the shooting, the Jackson Police Department launched a homicide investigation. Their efforts led to the identification and subsequent arrest of a suspect in connection with Minor's death. While details regarding the motive or the relationship between Minor and the alleged assailant have not been publicly disclosed, the arrest marked a significant development in the case. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities continue to gather evidence and speak with potential witnesses to piece together the events that transpired that evening.
