JPD officer shoots man throwing beer bottles

A man throwing beer bottles was shot by a Jackson police officer Tuesday morning.

Around 2:30 a.m. Jackson police responded to Big Boys Food Mart at 3030 Jayne Ave. regarding a disturbance.

Officers made contact with an individual allegedly involved in the disturbance. The suspect, identified as Dennis Green, 40, began to throw beer bottles at one of the officers. According to JPD, the officer, fearing injury, discharged her service weapon. The suspect was struck multiple times.

The suspect was transported to the University of Mississippi Medical Center. He is listed in stable condition. The officer was not injured . Green  could face charges upon his release from the hospital.

The officer has been placed on administrative leave with pay — considered standard procedure — during the shooting investigation, officials said. The findings will be presented to a Hinds County grand jury.

The name of the officer was not released

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