JACKSON, Miss. (July 7, 2025) — The city of Jackson is grappling with deep sorrow following the tragic loss of Telisa Holder, one of two women fatally shot in a violent incident that unfolded in the early morning hours of Sunday, July 6. The deadly shooting has once again brought the issue of gun violence to the forefront, leaving the community shaken and calling for answers.
According to authorities, the shooting occurred around 3:15 a.m. on Wilmington Street, near a local nightclub. Responding officers with the Mississippi Capitol Police arrived on the scene to find two women suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. Both victims were pronounced dead on the scene by the Hinds County Coroner’s Office.
One of the victims has been identified as Telisa Holder, a woman remembered by family and friends for her vibrant spirit and deep compassion. The identity of the second victim has not yet been released, pending notification of next of kin.
The Mississippi Department of Public Safety, through spokesperson Bailey Martin, confirmed that Capitol Police are actively investigating the case. As of now, no arrests have been made, and no suspects or motives have been publicly disclosed.
“This is a heartbreaking loss,” said Martin. “Capitol Police are working diligently to piece together the events that led to this senseless tragedy.”
As the investigation continues, officials are urging anyone who may have information—no matter how minor it may seem—to come forward. Community cooperation, authorities stress, could prove vital in bringing justice to the victims and their families.
Telisa Holder’s death has left a profound impact on those who knew her. Tributes are pouring in on social media, with loved ones expressing their grief and sharing memories of her warmth and strength. Local advocacy groups have also renewed calls for stronger measures to address the city’s ongoing struggles with violent crime.
Anyone with information about the shooting is encouraged to contact the Mississippi Capitol Police or Crime Stoppers.
As Jackson mourns the loss of another life to gun violence, the community stands in solidarity, remembering Telisa Holder and calling for change in the face of continued tragedy.
