D’Iberville, Mississippi — A tense situation in D’Iberville escalated to a fatal shooting on Thursday night, resulting in the death of a local man, Alton Eugene Parker, 53. The incident, which took place in the 11000 block of Gorenflo Road, is being investigated by local authorities, who have yet to file any charges.
According to the D’Iberville Police Department, the chain of events began earlier in the evening on Rodriguez Street. Parker, driving a blue pickup truck, reportedly threatened another driver and fired two shots at him as they were near Automall Parkway. Thankfully, neither the driver nor his vehicle were struck by the gunfire.
The drama continued when Parker, still in the blue truck, arrived at a home on Gorenflo Road. Police reports indicate that Parker, who had a history of disputes with the homeowner, showed up armed and displayed his weapon in a threatening manner.
This was not the first time Parker had threatened the homeowner, suggesting a long-standing feud between the two men.
Deputy Chief Marty Griffin provided more details on the incident, confirming that Parker’s actions led to the homeowner shooting him with a single, fatal shot. The homeowner, whose identity has not been disclosed, was one of several people taken to the police station for questioning.
After reviewing surveillance footage and conducting interviews, police determined that Parker had indeed brandished his firearm before being shot.
The investigation is ongoing, but so far, no charges have been filed against the homeowner, who appears to have acted in self-defense. Authorities are still trying to understand the motive behind Parker’s aggressive behavior, particularly his earlier altercation with the driver on Rodriguez Street, which seems unrelated to the dispute on Gorenflo Road.
Residents in the area have expressed shock over the incident but have also noted the importance of being able to defend oneself in such threatening situations. The D’Iberville Police Department urges anyone with additional information about the events leading up to the shooting to come forward. They can be reached at 228-396-4252 or through Mississippi Coast Crime Stoppers at 877-787-5898, with the option to leave anonymous tips.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the critical role that self-defense can play in ensuring personal safety. The homeowner’s quick response to the imminent threat potentially prevented further harm, showcasing the necessity of being prepared to protect oneself and one’s property.
Don’t “F” around and you won’t find out. You would think by the age of 53, Alton would know this. “Stupid is as Stupid does!”
The Gene Pool may be a little slow at times, but it is still self cleansing.
sounds like a drug or alcohol problem, it has been solved either way
That’s what one gets for “being dumb in public”. People forget at times that if one messes with the bull, one frequently gets the horns.