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McComb man dies in Amite County crash

By Kaitlin Howell,

2024-08-29

AMITE COUNTY, Miss. ( WJTV ) – A McComb man was killed during a crash in Amite County.

The crash occurred on Highway 24 just before 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 28.

Officials with the Mississippi Highway Patrol (MHP) said a 2005 Chevrolet Suburban, driven by 34-year-old Derrick Magee, was traveling east on the highway when it collided with a 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe.

Troopers said Magee received fatal injuries from the crash and was pronounced deceased on the scene.

The crash remains under investigation by MHP.

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Schelita Lisa

08-29

🙏🏾 prayers to both families

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