BALDWYN, Miss — A violent altercation between two employees at a furniture manufacturing plant in Baldwyn, Mississippi, ended in gunfire Wednesday night, leaving one man critically injured after being shot in the head.

According to the Baldwyn Police Department, the shooting occurred in the parking lot of the FXI plant located along Highway 45. Authorities say the incident stemmed from a dispute between two workers, both of whom were employed at the facility. During the argument, one of the individuals retrieved a firearm and shot the other in the head before fleeing the scene in a vehicle.

Emergency Response and Victim’s Condition

Emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene, where the victim was found suffering from a life-threatening head wound. He was immediately transported to a hospital for emergency treatment. As of Thursday morning, police confirmed the victim was still alive, though his condition remains critical.

The identity of the victim has not been released, and further details about the nature of the argument have not yet been disclosed.

Suspect Identified, But Name Withheld

The suspected shooter, who also worked at the FXI plant—albeit in a temporary capacity—was identified by police, but officials say they cannot release the name of the suspect at this time due to the active nature of the investigation. The suspect reportedly fled the scene in a vehicle, and law enforcement agencies are actively working to locate and apprehend the individual.

Baldwyn Police have not indicated whether any charges have been filed, but they have confirmed that the investigation is ongoing and that the department is coordinating with other agencies as necessary.

Company Responds

FXI, the foam manufacturing company where the shooting occurred, issued a public statement in response to the incident:

“FXI is aware of an altercation that occurred on the evening of July 2nd outside of our Baldwyn, Mississippi plant which involved one of our temporary employees. Our thoughts and prayers are with the individual and his family. The safety and well-being of our employees is our utmost priority, and FXI is fully cooperating with authorities to support their investigation.”

The company has not commented further on the suspect’s employment status or whether security protocols will be revised in light of the violence.

Workplace Violence Raises Alarm

The shooting has sent shockwaves through the Baldwyn community and raised broader concerns about workplace safety and violence prevention. Employees at the FXI plant are reportedly shaken, and some have called for increased security presence and conflict resolution resources.

One nearby worker, who asked not to be identified, said,

“You don’t expect something like this to happen at your job. It’s terrifying. We all want to feel safe when we go to work.”

Community leaders have echoed those concerns, urging businesses to take proactive steps in identifying conflicts before they escalate.

What We Know So Far

• Date of Incident: July 2, 2025 (Wednesday evening)
• Location: FXI furniture plant parking lot, Highway 45, Baldwyn, MS
• Victim: Male employee, shot in the head, hospitalized in critical condition
• Suspect: Male employee (temporary worker), fled the scene in a vehicle
• Status: Suspect identified but not publicly named; investigation ongoing
• Company Response: FXI cooperating with law enforcement, prioritizing employee safety

Call for Information

The Baldwyn Police Department is asking for the public’s help. Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of the suspect or who may have witnessed the altercation is urged to contact local authorities immediately.

As the investigation continues, the community remains hopeful for the victim’s recovery and awaits justice for the violent act that has shaken a local workplace. More updates will be provided as additional details emerge.