“Free car” did not have a sign, police say: 3 in custody in death of Anthony McCrillis
Byram Police Department has made three arrests in the recent death of Anthony McCrillis, whose body was found in the back of a vehicle two men said had a “free car” sign on it when they went joyriding in it. But first, it didn’t have a sign on it, police said. That was a lie. […]
Ridgeland PD requests public’s help identifying suspect
The Ridgeland Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect pictured below. The suspect is wanted in connection to the business burglary that occurred on August 15, 2021. The suspect is wearing a security uniform for a company based out of Memphis, Tennessee and is driving a newer model white 2021 Toyota […]
Gulfport man sentenced to over 6 years in prison for firearm offense
A Gulfport man was sentenced today to 74 months in prison for being an unlawful user of a controlled substance in possession of a firearm, announced Acting U.S. Attorney Darren J. LaMarca and Special Agent in Charge Kurt Thielhorn of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives. According to court documents, on January 7, […]
Weekend Weather: Sunny and dry
This weekend we’ll see lots of sunshine! Expect sunny, dry weather with a few occasional clouds and a slight breeze. Friday highs top out in the mid to upper 70s with overnight lows in the 50s. Saturday and Sunday will warm up a bit, with temps in the 80s and little humidity. Overnight temps will […]
JPD Searching for Suspect in Fatal Overnight Shooting
The Jackson Police Department is in search of suspect Julius Adams, 29, wanted for a fatal shooting that occurred just before 11 pm last night in the 4900 block of McWillie Circle, where he later fled. If you have information as to his whereabouts, contact Crime Stoppers at 601-355 TIPS (8477)
Jackson police work 2 overnight homicides Thursday and Friday
Jackson Police Department is looking into two fatal overnight shootings. According to Public Information Officer Sam Brown, the first shooting took place at Lynch Street and Highway 80. A man was shot multiple times and died of his injuries after he had reached Merit Health. No motive or suspect information are available on this shooting […]