Officers responded April 12, 2026, to the area of North Green Street near Jefferson Street after reports of shots fired, police said.
When officers arrived, they found a victim suffering from a gunshot wound to the leg. Medical personnel responded to the scene and transported the victim to North Mississippi Medical Center, according to police.
Officers and investigators with the Tupelo Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division processed the scene and collected evidence.
After further investigation, police charged 17-year-old Kieston K. Williams of Tupelo with one count of aggravated assault.
Lee County Circuit Court Judge White ordered Williams held on a $50,000 bond on April 12, police said.
Authorities said the charge will be presented to the Lee County grand jury.
