NATCHEZ — More than half a dozen bullets reportedly struck an Eastmoor Drive residence Tuesday in a shooting the owner says may have stemmed from jealousy over the man’s dogs.

Adams County Sheriff’s Office Lt. Cal Green said the victim and his girlfriend were inside the residence when he heard one or two shots, followed by a pause in gunfire, then four to five more shots were fired. The victim called the sheriff’s office at 9:36 p.m. Tuesday.

Green said the front of the residence has seven holes that seem to be from bullets striking.

While the victim and the neighbors heard the shots, no one saw a vehicle or anyone on foot after the gunfire, Green said.

The victim told deputies he might have enemies because people are jealous and want to steal his pit bull and American bulldog puppies, Green said.

Anyone with information is asked to call the sheriff’s office at 601-442-2752. People can anonymously also use the department’s tip411 app or service.

To use the service, text NotAdams and the message to 847411 or download the Adams County Sheriff’s Office Tips App on Apple or Android devices.