In Loving Memory of Benjamin Price

In Loving Memory of Benjamin Price 

In the quiet community of Copiah County, Mississippi, an overwhelming sense of grief and disbelief has settled following the tragic passing of Benjamin Price, 39, who was found deceased on April 20, 2026, behind a residence on Johnson Lane. What began as a family’s ordinary morning turned into a moment of heartbreak that has left loved ones and neighbors searching for answers and comfort.

According to the Copiah County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were called shortly before 11:45 a.m. after a family member discovered Mr. Price unresponsive. Authorities later confirmed that he had suffered a gunshot wound. Emergency responders arrived at the scene, but despite efforts, his life could not be saved. His body was later transported to the Mississippi State Crime Lab for an autopsy as part of an ongoing examination into the circumstances surrounding his death.

The Copiah County Sheriff’s Office, led by Sheriff Byron Swilley, has classified the case as a death investigation. At this time, officials have not released additional details, as the inquiry remains active and ongoing. Community members are being urged to come forward with any information that may assist investigators in understanding what happened. Even the smallest detail could prove significant in bringing clarity to a deeply painful and uncertain situation.

Beyond the official investigation, what remains most profoundly felt is the loss of a life—Benjamin Price, a son, a family member, a friend, and a neighbor whose absence is now deeply felt by those who knew him best. While the circumstances of his passing are still under review, those who loved him are left holding onto memories, moments, and the quiet imprint he left on their lives.

In times like these, words often feel inadequate in the face of sorrow. Yet the community stands together in grief, extending compassion and support to his loved ones as they navigate this painful chapter. The shock of sudden loss has a way of reminding everyone how fragile life can be and how quickly ordinary days can change forever.

As investigators continue their work, the hope remains that truth and clarity will eventually bring some measure of peace to those affected. Until then, Benjamin Price is remembered not by the unanswered questions surrounding his passing, but by the value of his life and the impact he had on those who knew him.

May he be remembered with dignity, may his loved ones find strength in one another, and may the community hold space for healing as they wait for answers.

Anyone with information related to this case is encouraged to contact the Copiah County Sheriff’s Office.