In a devastating turn of events, a shooting in the small town of Leland, Mississippi, has left four people dead and twelve others injured. The incident occurred late Friday night following a high school football homecoming game, shaking the community to its core.
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According to reports from CBS News, the shooting took place on a main street in Leland while people were in the area for the homecoming festivities. The town’s mayor, John Lee, described the situation as a tragic and senseless act of violence that has left the community reeling.
BBC News also covered the story, highlighting the immediate aftermath of the shooting that resulted in four fatalities and multiple injuries. The Guardian further detailed the chaos that ensued after the attack, with sixteen individuals being wounded and rushed to nearby hospitals for treatment.
NPR provided additional context, emphasizing the shock and grief that has gripped the town of Leland in the wake of the tragedy. The small, close-knit community has been left grappling with the loss of life and the impact of such a violent incident on their sense of safety and security.
Authorities are currently investigating the shooting, and no motive or suspects have been identified at this time. The Mississippi state senator has expressed condolences for the victims and their families, calling for unity and support during this difficult time.
As the nation mourns the lives lost in this senseless act of violence, the community of Leland must come together to heal and seek justice for those affected by the tragedy.
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References:
1. CBS News: [4 dead, 12 injured in Mississippi shooting, officials say](https://www.cbsnews.com/news/4-dead-12-injured-in-mississippi-shooting-officials-say/)
2. BBC News: [Four killed in mass shooting after Mississippi football game](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiWkFVX3lxTFBSeE1Tb2pXTEJRblRONHNXV1ZXdVhadWpVMHVxNGYzX29McjZ2aXR1OHVDT1F0eTV0Vmt5ZmhFcERMVV9reDFRRkFxV3EwUHhRRzR4U3ZGR0pDZ9IBX0FVX3lxTE51QUx1bGM0ak9mQmZLdlRDVkJPVXZoZWRQY1h3QzdUUEZPNEJSQjdhbE9WLUxaLWdOcVp2WUZQVzhBdXhkdVlrM2pWaWVpVVN1c2h3amdlS2xMc1NENDRF?oc=5&hl=en-US&gl=US&ceid=US:en)
3. The Guardian: [Four people dead in shooting during Mississippi homecoming celebration](https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/oct/11/leland-mississippi-mass-shooting)
4. NPR: [4 dead and 12 injured in a shooting after Mississippi homecoming game](https://www.npr.org/2025/10/11/nx-s1-5571892/leland-mississippi-shooting-homecoming)
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