Shooting in Mount Vernon

(MOUNT VERNON)- The Mount Vernon Police Department on June 11, 2026 at approximately 5:30pm, was dispatched to a report of several gunshots in the 1300 block of South 2nd Street in Mount Vernon.

According to a news release from the Mount Vernon Police Department, through investigation it is believed there was an altercation between two groups with several shots fired. A 23-year-old male was stuck by gunfire. Despite lifesaving efforts by first responders, Mount Vernon Police Department, and Mount Vernon Fire, the victim was pronounced dead at the scene.

This is an ongoing investigation. Information will be released as it becomes available.