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Phishing scam costs City of Memphis $773K
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The City of Memphis lost $773,000 in a phishing scam in 2022 that was not disclosed until this year. The scam allegedly took place in February 2022, when someone pretended to be Zellner Construction on an existing city contract where invoices were paid. A city spokesperson explained, “they changed the account details and wired […]
Expense reports show MPD reimbursed former Asst. Chief Shawn Jones for 10 trips strictly for work
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - One week after the assistant chief of the Memphis Police Department was let go, expense reports show MPD paid for some of Shawn Jones’ trips to Atlanta, where his wife lives in their primary residence. But, records indicate the trips were strictly for work purposes.
Local grocery store forced to close due to frequent thefts
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Rampant crime has led another business to close its doors, this time it’s a neighborhood grocery store. The manager at the Save-A-Lot at Knight Arnold and Perkins said that the large number of thefts has forced them to close. “I was surprised,” shopper Temeka Jones said. “I’m like, what kind of theft?” […]
East Memphis residents take a stand against proposed gas station they believe will produce crime in a quiet neighborhood
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Residents in an East Memphis community are outraged over a proposal to replace a dry cleaning establishment with a gas station in the Sea Isle Park neighborhood. Some residents have shared their frustration on social media. Recently, neighbors who live at Sea Isle Park near Quince...
Memphis mom files wrongful death suit against popular baby formula brand after son’s death
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - A Memphis mother filed a wrongful death lawsuit accusing the No. 1 infant formula brand of killing her baby. The 39-page lawsuit claims the makers of Enfamil failed to disclose specific ingredients that resulted in one baby’s deadly intestinal disease. The mother, Nakia Harris, claims...
MPD makes 19 arrests, issues 20 citations Downtown over the weekend during ‘Operation Saturday Night Live’
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - On Tuesday, the Memphis Police Department announced charges for 19 people arrested during “Operation Saturday Night Live” over the weekend. Police also issued citations to 20 others. The suspects range from 15 to 45 years of age. MPD says the operation began in response...
Mississippi state Sen. McLendon is cleared of DUI charge in Alabama, court records show
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — A Mississippi lawmaker said Tuesday that he has been cleared of a DUI charge brought against him last year in Alabama. Republican Sen. Michael McLendon of Hernando was arrested on June 5, 2023, near Foley, Alabama, after law enforcement officers said dispatchers received a call about a reckless driver heading southbound on U.S. Highway 98. The charge was for the possibility of driving under the influence of both alcohol and another substance. Court documents reviewed by The Associated Press on Tuesday show that District Judge George Elbrecht issued a one-page order dismissing the misdemeanor charge against McLendon on June 12, just over a year after it was filed. “This experience reaffirms the importance of setting a positive example both in my personal and professional life,” McLendon, 60, said in a statement Tuesday. “I have a stronger understanding and a greater appreciation for our judicial system.”
Woman pleads not guilty after abducted child found dead in Mississippi
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The woman charged in connection to the abduction of two Louisiana girls, which ended with one of them deceased in Mississippi, appeared in court for her arraignment on Tuesday, July 16. According to the public defender for Victoria Cox, she pled not guilty in Hinds County Circuit Court. A Hinds County Grand […]
37th Annual Wildlife Extravaganza to be held July 26-28
The Mississippi Wildlife Federation is hosting the 37th Annual Mississippi Wildlife Extravaganza, Mississippi’s oldest and most recognized Outdoor Show, July 26-28 at the Clyde Muse Center in Pearl. Presented by Small Town Hunting Properties & Real Estate, this year’s event will host even more exhibitors, attendees, children’s activities, and entertainment.
Colorado fugitive found, arrested in George County: Sheriff’s Office
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WKRG) — A woman wanted in Colorado was found and arrested in Mississippi on Sunday, July 14, according to the George County Sheriff’s Office. GCSO officials said today that they received a call Sunday that led them to arrest Danielle Compton, a fugitive from Greeley, Colo., who was wanted for escape. Compton […]
Mississippi sheriff investigating threatening emails, texts to woman who apologized for post about Trump shooting
Mississippi authorities are investigating threatening emails and text messages sent to the woman who apologized for a post she made about the shooting at a Donald Trump rally in Pennsylvania that she meant to be humorous. Unfortunately for her, others did not think the post was funny. During the rally,...
Construction begins on state's first long-term care facility for medically fragile children
Construction on Mississippi's first long-term care facility for children with complex medical issues has begun more than five years after state lawmakers put over $12 million towards the project. Construction begins on state's first long-term care facility for medically fragile children. When it’s up and running, The Alyce G. Clarke...
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