Corinth Shooting Near Scott, Dorsey Streets Under Investigation
A Corinth shooting on Thursday afternoon sent one person to a hospital by air ambulance, and Corinth police are investigating. Officers responded around 3 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 1, to the area of Scott and Dorsey streets, according to Corinth Police Chief Landon Tucker.
Tucker told the Daily Corinthian that one person was airlifted to an area hospital. He said the shooting remains under investigation.
What we know about the Corinth shooting
Police have released only a few details so far. Here is what has been confirmed:
- When: about 3 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Where: the area of Scott Street and Dorsey Street in Corinth
- Injuries: one person was flown to an area hospital
- Investigating agency: Corinth Police Department
As of Thursday evening, police had not publicly identified the person who was shot or said how badly the person was hurt. They also had not said whether anyone was in custody, whether a suspect had been identified, or what led to the shooting.
No arrest announced yet
No arrest or charges had been announced at the time of publication. If anyone is charged in connection with the shooting, that person will be presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Investigators often hold back details early in a case while they interview witnesses, collect evidence, and notify family members. More information may come from the Corinth Police Department as the investigation moves forward.
How to help investigators
Anyone who saw what happened near Scott and Dorsey streets Thursday afternoon, or who has home security or doorbell camera video from the area around 3 p.m., is encouraged to contact the Corinth Police Department. Residents can also watch the department’s official Facebook page for updates.
People in the neighborhood should expect that officers may still be in the area as they work the case. If you have information, call police directly rather than sharing it on social media, where rumors can interfere with an investigation.
Stay with Alcorn News MS
Alcorn News MS will update this story when Corinth police release more information about the victim’s condition, a possible suspect, or charges. For more public safety news, see our recent coverage of Corinth police officers working with ACTC students and the Alcorn County emergency burn ban.
Source: Daily Corinthian
