The Forrest County Sheriff’s Office is requesting the public’s assistance in locating two suspects wanted in connection with an attempted murder.

The attempted murder happened on January 11, 2024, in the 7400 block of Highway 49 in Hattiesburg.

One of the suspects is described by the police department as a black male, approximately 6’2”- 6’4” tall and weighing close to 300-350 lbs. He can be seen in surveillance photos wearing a red shirt.

The second suspect has been identified as Robert Pittman Jr. of Lamar County, who is at large with an active warrant for attempted murder.

Both subjects were seen driving a 2009-2010 white Honda Accord.

If you can identify the black male in the red shirt, have any information about this crime, or know the whereabouts of Robert Pittman Jr., please contact the Sheriff’s Office at 601-544-7800 or submit an anonymous tip through Metro Crime Stoppers by calling **tips or online at www.forrestcountysheriff.com