On a chaotic Saturday night in May 2022, Marquise Dearius 'PacMac' Crosby, a 26-year-old Black male, was shot at a large gathering in a field on Highway 495 South in De Kalb, Mississippi. The incident, which occurred on May 21, unfolded amidst a chaotic scene with approximately twenty-five hundred people present and only about 10 to 12 law enforcement officers on site.
The limited number of officers struggled to gain control of the situation, identify the shooter or shooters, and provide aid to the victims.
In the midst of the mayhem, Crosby was struck by gunfire. He was initially transported to John C. Stennis Memorial Hospital in DeKalb and later transferred to Rush Hospital in Meridian. Despite medical efforts, Marquise Crosby succumbed to his injuries and passed away after midnight on Sunday, May 22, 2022. Another individual, a 22-year-old woman, was also shot in the leg during the incident but was later released from the hospital.
The Kemper County Sheriff's Office launched an investigation into the shooting and identified three suspects in connection with Crosby's death. Law enforcement officials have been actively searching for these individuals. However, as of the most recent available information, no arrests have been made, and the case remains open. The authorities have urged the public to come forward with any information that might be pertinent to the investigation, emphasizing that many people at the gathering likely witnessed important details. The community continues to await justice for the death of Marquise Crosby.
