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CRIME & SAFETY
Columbus Police Seek Public's Help to Apprehend Suspect in Daylight Robbery on East Kossuth Street
In the 200 block of East Kossuth Street, an incident shook the sense of security for those frequenting the local business area. According to a media release by the Columbus Police Department yesterday, a robbery took place on July 10, where an unidentified male suspect targeted a woman in the parking lot, forcibly taking her purse and leaving the victim on the ground as he made his escape on foot. The brief and violent encounter has prompted police to appeal to the public for assistance.
Starkville PD continues to receive citizen reports of scam calls
Www.wcbi.com – Grace Brister – 2024-08-03 19:56:22. SUMMARY: The Starkville Police Department warns citizens about ongoing scam calls from individuals posing as law enforcement officers. These scammers threaten arrest unless payment is made, often related to summons or warrants, demanding payment over the phone or via prepaid cards. The police emphasize that while legitimate calls may occur, genuine officials will never ask for payment in this manner. They advise not to share personal information unless the caller's legitimacy can be confirmed. If uncertain, residents should hang up and contact the purported organization directly.
Persons of interest wanted after shooting in Aberdeen
ABERDEEN, Miss. (WCBI) – Aberdeen police are searching for two people of interest after a shooting injured one person. Police Chief Quinell Shumpert said the gunfire started about 4:15 Sunday afternoon. The incident happened in the 600 block of South Hickory Street. Shumpert said one person was taken to...
Fire at abandoned house in Columbus under investigation as arson
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Columbus Fire and Rescue is investigating an arson fire at an abandoned house. The blaze happened about 3 a.m. Monday at 723 16th Street North. Fire Chief Duane Hughes said there was about $9,000 in property loss. Investigators told WCBI there was no electricity in...
Woman shot after allegedly trying to steal gun in Columbus
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – A Columbus woman was shot while allegedly trying to steal a gun. 19-year-old Aajha Denman was charged with strong armed robbery. Columbus police said Denman tried to take the gun at Sanfield One Stop on Friday afternoon. Officers were first called about a gunshot victim....