A 16‑year‑old student at Humphreys County High School was gunned down moments after a Friday night football game, leaving the small Mississippi community reeling.
A Community in Grief
Authorities from the Belzoni Police Department and the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation have opened a homicide investigation, but no details about a suspect or motive have been released.
The Humphreys County School District issued a statement mourning the loss of JaKamryn Price, describing the teen as “an important part of the Humphreys County High School family,” and pledged grief counseling for students and staff.
Parents, classmates and local residents gathered at the school campus to remember Price, recalling his contributions on the field and his friendly presence in the hallways.
While the investigation remains ongoing, officials have asked the public to refrain from speculation and have promised to share updates as soon as more information becomes available.