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TUPELO – The Tupelo Police Department has arrested six individuals in connection with an armed robbery that resulted in one person being shot.
On October 25, officers responded to Lake Circle Drive after receiving reports of an individual knocking on doors at several residences. Officers located the individual and took him into custody on misdemeanor charges.
Around the same time, officers were notified that a person with a gunshot wound had arrived at the North Mississippi Medical Center emergency room. Investigators subsequently located a crime scene on Lake Circle Drive, where detectives collected evidence.
The investigation determined that the individual initially contacted by officers had been lured to the area by a group of individuals who allegedly planned to rob him at gunpoint. During the robbery, shots were fired, striking one person.
Following further investigation, detectives arrested and charged the following individuals with one count each of conspiracy to commit armed robbery and armed robbery:
• Jaycee M. Parker, 20, of Booneville: Arrested Oct. 28.
• Mason B. Hogue, 18, of New Albany: Arrested Oct. 28.
• Kendal B. White, 19, of Booneville: Arrested Oct. 28.
• Colin Hogue, 19, of New Albany: Arrested Oct. 29.
• Kirsten K. Moyer, 18, of Booneville: Arrested Oct. 29.
• Clifton A. Campbell, 18, of New Albany: Arrested Oct. 29.
On October 30, Lee County Circuit Court Judge Mims set bond at $30,000 for each suspect.
The investigation remains ongoing, and additional arrests or charges are possible. The case will be presented to a Lee County grand jury.
Media Release/Tupelo Police Department
