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14-04-2025
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Deacon Eddie Shed Dies Protecting Others From Shots At Easter Egg Hunt
Mississippi deacon Eddie Shed died a hero on Saturday (April 12) after an Easter egg hunt was terrorized by gunfire. WLOX reports that 24-year-old Tyran Deion Gable got into a heated argument with the mother of his child at the gathering hosted by Empowerment Ministries Christian Center (EMCC). Witnesses say Gable then shot two people who were attempting to deescalate the situation. One of those people was airlifted to a hospital in Mobile, Alabama. The other was Deacon Shed, who had also served as head of security for the host church. He was pronounced dead at the scene. 'He died a hero doing what he does best, and that's protecting and that's loving and that's looking out for everyone,' clergy member Alexis Weathersby told the outlet when speaking on Shed. 'He was just a wonderful man that was willing to do any and everything for anyone.' Shed was protecting the children when the gunfire erupted. EMCC Senior Pastor, Dr. Gregg S. Magee, Sr., issued a statement on Facebook on behalf of the church about the incident and Shed's death. 'It is with heavy hearts that we, the Empowerment Ministries Christian Center, address the tragic events that unfolded during our Family Easter Egg Hunt at Prudie Circle Earlier today. Our beloved Deacon Eddie Shed was taken from us in a senseless act of gun violence,' it read. Magee continued, 'Deacon Shed epitomized the virtues of a hero, displaying selfless courage and bravery that ultimately saved others from harm. He paid the ultimate price for his valor, and we are deeply saddened by this loss.' He was described as 'a pillar of strength within our community and a beacon of light and hope,' noting that 'his unwavering faith, kindness, and dedication to serving others have left an indelible mark onall who knew him.' His family has started a GoFundMe to raise money for his wife, Doris, their three children and any financial burdens that may incur. Gable, who was also shot and injured, has been arrested and charged with one count of first-degree murder and one count of aggravated assault. He was not granted bond for the murder charge. However, the judge did set a $250,000 bond for the aggravated assault charge. The Gulfport Police Department is urging anyone with information about the shooting to call them at 228-868-5959 or Crime Stoppers at 877-787-5898. More from Pop Smoke's Killer Sentenced To 29 Years In Prison Lil Durk's 10-Year-Old Son Shoots His Stepfather In Defense Of His Mother Jeezy Requests Primary Custody Of Daughter Monaco Amid Divorce From Jeannie Mai
Yahoo
13-04-2025
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Pastor honors Eddie Shed, killed while saving others at South MS church event
Eddie Shed, a security guard and deacon at Empowerment Ministries Christian Center, a Gulfport church, died in a shooting Saturday when he tried to intervene in a domestic violence dispute that turned physical at a church event, authorities confirmed Saturday. Police have taken three people into custody and additional details have not been released. The church made the following statement: It is with heavy hearts that we, the Empowerment Ministries Christian Center, address the tragic events that unfolded during our Family Easter Egg Hunt at Prudie Circle earlier today. Our beloved Deacon Eddie Shed was taken from us in a senseless act of gun violence. Deacon Shed epitomized the virtues of a hero, displaying selfless courage and bravery that ultimately saved others from harm. He paid the ultimate price for his valor, and we are deeply saddened by this loss. Deacon Shed was a pillar of strength within our community and a beacon of light and hope. His unwavering faith, kindness, and dedication to serving others have left an indelible mark on all who knew him. We extend our heartfelt prayers and condolences to Doris, Jaylen, Kaleb, KaMya, Neloise, Derrick and his family and friends who grieve this profound loss. We want to reassure everyone that this tragic act was not carried out by a member of Empowerment Ministries Christian Center. What began as a beautiful day filled with laughter and joy was overshadowed by a criminal act and we are all heartbroken by this senseless violence. In this time of sorrow, we remain steadfast in our mission to be a light in the midst of darkness. Our faith gives us hope and strength, and we draw comfort from the assurance that we will one day be reunited with Deacon Shed. We continue to lift in prayer those affected by this tragedy and stand together as a community, united in love and resilience. Let us hold each other close, support one another, and continue to be beacons of hope and love in our world. In faith and solidarity, Dr. Gregg S. Magee, Sr Senior Pastor Empowerment Ministries Christian Center
