Update 4:45 p.m.
According to a statement from the Union Police Department, the suspect in the May 22 shooting that occured at Union Square Apartments,Javeon McClelland, turned himself in to UPD today at 4:10 p.m.
UNION, MS — The Union Police Department confirmed in a statement released this afternoon that a shooting occurred in Union late last night, resulting in a juvenile being wounded.
According to the City of Union Police Department, officers responded to reports of gunfire at the Union Square Apartments at approximately 10:00 p.m. Upon arrival, they discovered a juvenile who had sustained a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment, where she underwent surgery and is expected to make a full recovery.
Authorities confirmed that the shot was a 5.56 caliber round fired from an AR-15-style pistol.
The shooter was positively identified as Javeon McClelland of Union, MS.
Anyone with information regarding Mr. McClelland's location is asked to contact the Union Police Department at (601) 774-9211. Investigator Joshua Grimes would like to thank the citizens for their assistance.
The Union Police Department would also like to thank the Newton County Sheriff’s Department and the Neshoba County Sheriff’s Department for their assistance during this unfortunate event.
Union Police Department reminds that all subjects are considered innocent until proven guilty.
