Vicksburg, MS – Early Saturday morning, an off-duty officer in the Criminal Investigation Division with the Vicksburg Police Department, identified as Investigator Eddie Colbert, was shot once in the face.

Reportedly, officers responded to a call of a shooting around 1am to the 4th Avenue Lounge near Pearl St and Lamar St in Jackson. Another person was also shot multiple times. This person was identified as Eric Williams, who is also said to be in critical condition.

DEVELOPING: Vicksburg Police Department is asking for prayers for the officer and his family during this time. 🙏 https://t.co/yYYOccmJfl

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