On July 9, 2020, authorities in Vicksburg, Mississippi, launched a homicide investigation following the discovery of a deceased individual at a residence in the southern part of Warren County. Gary Michael McAlpin, a 50-year-old White male known to friends and family as "Cowboy," was found dead at his home located in the 2800 block of Jeff Davis Road. Deputies from the Warren County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to the scene after receiving reports of the incident, where they discovered McAlpin had sustained a fatal gunshot wound.
Warren County Sheriff Martin Pace led the inquiry, with investigators working to piece together the circumstances surrounding the shooting. The investigation quickly focused on identifying individuals associated with the victim or seen in the area around the time of the crime. Law enforcement officials processed the scene for evidence and began interviewing potential witnesses to establish a timeline of events leading up to McAlpin's death.
Shortly after the discovery, progress in the case led to the apprehension of two suspects. A husband and wife were taken into custody and charged in connection with McAlpin's murder. The couple faced charges related to the homicide as the investigation continued to uncover details regarding the motive and the specific events that transpired at the Jeff Davis Road property. The arrests marked a significant development in the case, bringing those alleged to be responsible into the judicial system.
