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Jasper County, Miss. (WDMAM) – A man has been arrested in Jasper County in connection with a shooting that happened early Wednesday morning.
According to Jasper County Sheriff Randy Johnson, the incident happened around 9:45 a.m. east of the Loin area.
38-year-old Aaron A. Holder fired a high-powered rifle at a neighbor’s property while inspecting a building project. Those who were outside were a family of four consisting of five construction workers, two adults and two children.
Johnson said no injuries were reported at the scene.
Off-duty Mississippi Highway Patrol Troop H Officer Blake Sullivan, who lived in the area, heard gunshots and responded to the scene, Johnson said. Holder also allegedly pointed the same rifle at the officer.
Johnson said Holder attempted to steal Sullivan’s vehicle during an argument with the officer. Sullivan was able to detain Holder and the suspect was arrested by Jasper County deputies.
Holder was booked into the Jasper County Jail. Holder is charged with nine counts of aggravated assault, aggravated assault on a law enforcement officer and one count of attempted carjacking, Johnson said.
During the initial court hearing, Judge Marvin Jones denied Holder bond.
Johnson said the suspect is reported to have a substance abuse problem, and based on Sheriff’s Office records, he may become violent when high or drunk.
The case is still under investigation by the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office.
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