Rosedale, Miss. — A fatal shooting near Rosedale High School on Thursday afternoon has left one man dead and prompted an ongoing search for a suspect, according to the Bolivar County Sheriff’s Department.
The victim has been identified as 31-year-old Miltorious Britton of Rosedale. Authorities are currently seeking 37-year-old Timothy Hall of Gunnison in connection with the shooting, which drew a response from both the Bolivar County Sheriff’s Office and the Rosedale Police Department.
According to a press release, law enforcement officers were dispatched at approximately 2:08 p.m. on June 11, 2026, after receiving reports of shots fired at Rosedale High School. The call triggered an immediate response as officers worked to locate those involved and secure the area.
When deputies and police officers arrived, they discovered a light blue Chevy Tahoe in a wooded area behind Rosedale Elementary School. Inside the vehicle were two occupants. Investigators found Miltorious Britton suffering from fatal gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead at the scene. A second occupant in the vehicle was not injured.
As investigators processed evidence and interviewed witnesses, they determined that the shooting had occurred in the parking lot of Rosedale High School before the vehicle was later found behind the elementary school. Authorities have not yet released details regarding the circumstances leading up to the shooting or a possible motive.
The incident has sent shockwaves throughout the Rosedale community, particularly because it occurred on school property. Residents expressed concern as law enforcement officials worked throughout the afternoon and evening to gather evidence and piece together the sequence of events.
Officials have identified Timothy Hall as a person wanted in connection with the shooting. Law enforcement agencies are actively working to locate him and are urging members of the public not to approach him if spotted. Instead, authorities ask anyone with information regarding his whereabouts to contact investigators immediately.
The Bolivar County Sheriff’s Department emphasized that the investigation remains active and ongoing. Detectives continue to collect evidence, review witness statements, and pursue leads as they seek to determine exactly what occurred and what events led to the deadly encounter.
The death of Miltorious Britton marks another tragic act of gun violence that has left a family grieving and a community searching for answers. Friends and loved ones are mourning the loss of a man whose life ended far too soon, while investigators remain focused on bringing clarity and accountability to the case.
Authorities are asking anyone with information related to Timothy Hall’s location or any details about the shooting to contact the Bolivar County Sheriff’s Office at 662-843-5378 or Cleveland-Bolivar County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
As the investigation continues, officials say additional information may be released as it becomes available.
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