Disgruntled ex-employee kills 2 at Mississippi Walmart
- 5 years ago
A shooting at a Walmart in Mississippi has left two people dead and a police officer injured.
Officials say the male suspect, whose name has not been released, was a former employee of the store who had a personal grievance with a manager.
The suspect was shot two times during a stand-off with the injured officer, who was shot once.
Both are being treated at local hospitals.
Police said their recent active shooter training prevented more deaths.
Walmart issued a statement offering condolences to the victims and their families.
Officials say the male suspect, whose name has not been released, was a former employee of the store who had a personal grievance with a manager.
The suspect was shot two times during a stand-off with the injured officer, who was shot once.
Both are being treated at local hospitals.
Police said their recent active shooter training prevented more deaths.
Walmart issued a statement offering condolences to the victims and their families.