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Suspect shot after reportedly attempting to hit police officer with vehicle
Mississippi authorities are investigating after a police officer shot a suspect who was reportedly trying to strike the officer with his vehicle. Agents with the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation (MBI) are investigating an officer-involved shooting involving a Jackson Police Department officer. The incident occurred on Sunday, September 8, near Jamestown Way.
Police: Gun fires in Cracker Barrel restaurant after falling out of customer’s purse
Officials say a gun accidentally went off after it reportedly fell out of a customer’s purse at a Mississippi Cracker Barrel on Sunday. Police in Pearl responded to a report of shots fired at the popular restaurant. Authorities responded promptly to the call and, upon arrival, determined that the incident was an accidental discharge of a firearm.
Postal worker killed in two-vehicle crash on rural Mississippi highway
A tragic two-vehicle collision in Grenada County on Saturday claimed the life of a Mississippi postal worker, according to the Mississippi Highway Patrol (MHP). The accident occurred around 12:30 p.m. on Highway 7 as two vehicles traveling north collided. The crash resulted in the death of 53-year-old Loretta Hopkins, a postal worker who was driving a Mercedes van, the MHP reported.
This Mississippi university only SEC school in Top 10 ranking of campuses respecting free speech
Mississippi State University has secured a spot in the Top 10 schools nationwide for free speech, according to a recent ranking by the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE). The university, ranked No. 10, is the only Southeastern Conference (SEC) institution to make the top tier for free speech protections.
Overdose death at Mississippi prison reported. Unclear if inmate or staffer involved.
Officials are reporting a death at a Mississippi prison that is being described as an overdose investigation. WAPT News in Jackson is reporting that a body was recovered from the Central Mississippi Correctional Facility in Pearl. It is unclear if the death was that of an inmate or staffer at...
Judge refuses to reduce prison sentence for Mississippi man who stole $6 million in COVID funds
A federal judge has denied a request by a Mississippi man to reduce his prison sentence after he was convicted of stealing over $6 million in COVID relief funds. The Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal reports that Christopher Paul Lick, 48, of Columbus, who used the stolen funds to purchase a million-dollar home in Starkville and other luxuries, sought to shorten his sentence by more than two years under updated sentencing guidelines.
Mississippi man faces up to 40 years in jail after being convicted of kidnapping girlfriend in 2023
A Mississippi man faces up to 40 years in prison after being convicted of kidnapping his girlfriend and illegally possessing a firearm. Joseph Zattoni ‘s conviction was announced by Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens Thursday. The conviction stems from a February 2023 incident in which Zattoni abducted a...
Court clerk sues Mississippi justice court judge for falsely claiming she was accepting bribes
A Mississippi court clerk has sued a state justice court judge for making statements that accuse the clerk of accepting bribes in exchange for dismissing criminal cases. The Natchez Democrat reports that Adams County Justice Court Clerk Verna Johnson has filed a defamation lawsuit against Justice Court Judge Audrey Minor. The lawsuit, filed in Adams County Circuit Court on August 16 by attorney William Kellum, alleges that Minor made false statements about Johnson during a Board of Supervisors meeting on March 18.
Mississippi man arrested after nearly hitting state trooper while fleeing highway checkpoint
A Mississippi man was arrested on Thursday after he refused to stop at a highway checkpoint and nearly hit a state trooper while fleeing the scene at a high rate of speed. Officials with the Mississippi Highway Patrol were conducting a safety checkpoint on Medgar Evers Boulevard near the Interstate 220 ramp just before noon on Thursday, September 5.
Man rescued after being trapped under rail car after train derailment on Mississippi train tracks
A man trapped under a rail car after a train derailed in Vicksburg was rescued by emergency personnel Thursday. WJTV in Jackson reports that the man was rescued just after 12:30 p.m. at the junction of Mulberry Street and Oak Street in Vicksburg. Vicksburg Fire Chief Derrick Stamps reported that...
UPDATE: Phi Delta Theta identified as fraternity placed on interim suspension by University of Mississippi over alleged hazing videos
The Oxford Eagle newspaper reports that the University of Mississippi has placed the Mississippi Alpha Chapter of Phi Delta Theta on interim suspension after videos of a hazing incident began circulating on social media. ORIGINAL ARTICLE:. The University of Mississippi has placed one of its fraternities on interim suspension after...
Mississippi man pleads guilty to illegally taking endangered smalltooth sawfish
A Mississippi man pleaded guilty to violating the Endangered Species Act by severing the rostrum of a smalltooth sawfish, an endangered species, while on board a shrimp boat off the Florida Keys. Hong Thanh Nguyen, 62, of Ocean Springs, pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court in Gulfport and was sentenced...
Mississippi company open for half a century announces $40.8 million expansion, 19 new jobs
A Mississippi company that has been open for more than 50 years has announced a $40 million dollar expansion that will create 19 new jobs. Gulf States Canners, a key producer of canned and bottled products for Coca-Cola bottlers, is expanding its canning facility in Clinton. The company has been a part of the Clinton business community since 1972.
Mississippi wildlife officer, K-9 partner honored for lifesaving effort in rescue of lost children
A Mississippi wildlife officer and his K-9 partner were honored for their lifesaving efforts in locating three missing children. Cpl. Bradley Starling of the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) and his K-9 partner, Charlie, have been awarded the Medal of Valor for their lifesaving efforts in locating three missing children in Monroe County. The Medal of Valor is MDWFP’s highest honor, given for exceptional bravery and courage in protecting human life.
Missing person alert issued for 51-year-old Mississippi woman
An alert has been issued for a Mississippi woman who was reported missing in Claiborne County. The Claiborne County Sheriff’s Office issued a missing person alert on its Facebook page for 51-year-old Zornia Collier. Collier, also known as “Boosey,” was last seen driving a gray minivan. .
Mississippi woman killed in mid-day wreck Wednesday
A Mississippi woman died in a mid-day wreck in Covington County Wednesday. Officials from the Mississippi Highway Patrol report that the crash occurred shortly after noon Wednesday on Highway 84. At approximately 12:15 p.m., officers responded to the scene where a 2015 Kia Optima, driven by Shakayiah Keys of Taylorsville,...
Investigation launched after property owner discovers body inside burned car on his land
A Mississippi property owner made a horrifying discovery when a human body inside a burned-out car was found on his property. The Brookhaven Daily Leader reports that the Lawrence County Sheriff’s Office responded after receiving a call from the property owner who had made the startling discovery. On Sunday...
Murder-suicide investigation launched after man, woman found dead at Mississippi residence
Authorities are investigating an apparent murder-suicide after a man and a woman were found shot dead at a Mississippi residence. WLBT News in Jackson reports that deputies from the Warren County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to the 2500 block of Warriors Trail shortly after 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in response to a shooting.
Police searching for Mississippi man who reportedly physically attacked, killed mother in her house
Mississippi law enforcement is looking for a man who reportedly killed his 63-year-old mother after—physically attacking her inside her house. Jackson Police are looking for 42-Jerry Banks, who police say is currently on the run. Officials say 63-year-old Louise Torns was killed in her home on Carver Street on...
University of Mississippi places fraternity on interim suspension
The University of Mississippi has placed one of its fraternities on interim suspension after videos of a hazing incident began circulating on social media. WMC Action News 5 in Memphis reports the interim suspension of the fraternity that has yet to be named. When questioned about the videos by WMC...
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