The Southaven Police Department has issued a statement regarding a large police presence in the area of Getwell Road and May Boulevard. They clarified that despite reports circulating on social media, there have been no shots fired in the area. However, as a precautionary measure, Springfest is being closed at this time, and residents are advised to avoid the area to facilitate traffic flow away from Springfest.
Meanwhile, Southaven, Mississippi police are investigating a disturbance at the Springfest that occurred on Saturday night. According to witnesses at the fair, gunfire allegedly erupted around 8:30 p.m. on April 27, 2024, at the fairgrounds located at Snowden Grove Park in Southaven. Multiple departments responded to the location following the reported incident.
In a video shared on social media, multiple people were seen running from Snowden Grove Park, causing a stampede following the alleged gunfire. The Springfest carnival, celebrating its 44th year in Southaven, Mississippi, features various attractions including dances, games, concerts, barbecue cooking contests, and carnival rides. The event was scheduled to run from Tuesday to Saturday at Snowden Grove Park, as per information posted on the town’s Facebook page.
At the time of this report, law enforcement agencies on the scene have not confirmed any evidence of gunfire. However, locals claim that at least five shots were fired at the fairgrounds. Everyone has been evacuated from the fair area as the Southaven Police Department continues to investigate the incident. This remains a developing story.
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