Mississippi Tragedy
Six killed in shooting rampage in Mississippi
Daricka Moore / Clay County, United States / West Point, United States /

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Last Updated
1/11/2026
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  • A tragic mass shooting in Clay County, Mississippi, on January 9, 2026, claimed the lives of six individuals, including several family members of the suspect.
  • Daricka Moore, just 24 years old, has been charged with multiple counts of murder, with the potential for capital murder charges to follow.
  • The victims included Moore's father, brother, uncle, and a seven-year-old cousin, along with a church pastor and another family member, highlighting the profound loss to one family.
  • The rampage unfolded across three separate locations in Cedarbluff, sending shockwaves through the community and raising urgent concerns about gun violence.
  • Clay County Sheriff Eddie Scott expressed deep sorrow, lamenting the "multiple innocent lives" lost and emphasizing the tragedy's impact on the close-knit community.
  • The incident has sparked widespread media coverage and renewed discussions regarding the critical issues of gun violence and mental health in America.

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