GULFPORT, MS. (THECOUNT) — Maxwell Phillips, of Gulfport, Mississippi and Brooklyn Alsobrook, of Sweeny, Texas, have been identified as the two people found dead in Gulfport overnight in an apparent double homicide.
Harrison County Deputy Coroner says Phillips, 31, and Alsobrook, 18, were found suffering from gunshot wounds after officers responded to the area of 8th Avenue on calls of shots fired early Wednesday morning. to the area of 8th Avenue, in Gulfport.
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Both Phillips and Alsobrook were pronounced dead on the scene of gunshot injuries.
A neighbor told WLOX that he heard gunshots and saw two people running from the scene. Gulfport Police spent four hours canvassing the area looking for evidence. No suspects have been named at this time.
“Anytime you have this severe of violence in your community, it’s worrisome,” said Police Chief Leonard Papania. “This is why we as a community need to address violence and crime from all facets, and its going to take community effort, and what we’re going to do in the police department is to stop it from spreading any further.”
Anyone with possible information should contact police at 911.
Geo quick facts: Gulfport is a Mississippi city on the Gulf of Mexico. It’s known for its long beach on the Mississippi Sound. South, the waters around Ship Island are home to seals and bottlenose dolphins. Jones Park has a waterfront promenade and marina. The Mississippi Coast Model Railroad Museum features miniature train exhibits. The Lynn Meadows Discovery Center offers interactive science displays and an indoor playground – wikipedia.