On the evening of September 1, 2024, three people were found shot to death at a residence on Walker Road in Vaughan, Mississippi. Jerry Stewart, 58, was one of the victims; Benny Simmons and Mary Simmons were the other two. The Yazoo County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of a shooting at about 9:38 p.m. and discovered the three deceased at the scene.

Jerry Stewart was born March 14, 1966, in Edwards, Mississippi, and lived in Yazoo City. He was described as someone who enjoyed and was skilled at fixing things. Preliminary information released by investigators indicates the incident may have arisen from a family altercation, but specific details have not been made public. No arrests have been announced and no suspects have been identified.

The investigation is ongoing. If anyone has information about what happened that night, please contact the Yazoo County Sheriff’s Office.