Gun Violence Archive
Incident
1-1-2026 Mississippi Moss Point 1-3
January 1, 2026
Location
River Pine Dr
Moss Point, Mississippi
Incident Characteristics
  • Shot - Dead (murder, accidental, or suicide)
  • Accidental Shooting
  • Accidental Shooting - Death
  • Accidental/Negligent Discharge
  • Stray bullet
  • Possession of gun by felon or prohibited person
Notes
Found deceased from gsw inside his home on the floor;
District Information
Congressional District:
4
State Senate District:
51
State House District:
110
Victims
Name:
Joseph Whitt
Age:
47
Age Group:
Adult 18+
Gender:
Male
Status:
Killed
Subjects-Suspects
Name:
Age:
15
Age Group:
Teen 12-17
Status:
Unharmed/Arrested
Name:
Age:
16
Age Group:
Teen 12-17
Status:
Unharmed/Arrested
Name:
Age Group:
Teen 12-17
Status:
Unharmed