Natchez Woman Killed When Vehicle Collides With Tree
On Wednesday, November 29, at approximately 2:22 a.m., the Mississippi Highway Patrol responded to a fatal crash on Highway 84 in Franklin County. A 2019 Honda Accord driven by 33-year-old Brittany Davis of Natchez, traveled west on Highway 84 when it left the roadway and collided with a tree. Brittany Davis was killed in the […]
Booneville Man Charged With 3 Counts Of Fondling
The Prentiss County Grand Jury indicted 48-year-old Jimmy Brian Wallis, of Booneville, with three counts of fondling. He was picked up on the warrant. Wallis’ bond has been set at $100,000. Investigators Torie Jumper and Jason Chism are handling the case.
Prentiss County Man Arrested For Driving With Unrestrained Infant, Several Other Charges
Deputies Aaron Stolz and Josh Brumley were conducting a safety checkpoint on Highway 145 South. They noticed a vehicle was seen turning around at the checkpoint. Deputies were able to stop the vehicle near County Road 7450. Upon approaching the vehicle they could smell what they believed to be marijuana and noticed an unrestrained infant in […]
One Inmate On The Run After Escaping From MDOC Transport
Two inmates escaped from MDOC transport in Meridian Wednesday morning. One was recaptured. WTOK reports that the two were being moved for a court appearance. Meridian Police, the Lauderdale Sheriff’s Department, and the Mississippi Department of Corrections are working together to find the inmate. WTOK reports that Ryan Young was serving 40 years for burglary […]
Pearl River Man Sentenced to Over Five Years in Prison for Kicking His Wife With Steel-Toed Boots
A Pearl River man was sentenced to 63 months in federal prison for Assault with a Dangerous Weapon and for being a Habitual Offender of Domestic Violence. According to court documents, 31-year-old Lee Garrick McMillan, admitted to assaulting his wife while in the Pearl River Community of the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians. McMillan fractured […]
Corinth Woman Arrested After Stolen Vehicle Found In Her Possession
A woman was arrested after she was found with a stolen vehicle from Olive Branch. The Tishomingo County Sheriff’s Office said that on on Tuesday, November 28, at approximately 5:41 a.m., they received a call about a possible stolen vehicle located at Heritage Place Hotel in Iuka, MS. Officers with the Iuka Police Department and […]
Traffic Stop Leads To Seizure Of 80 Lbs Of Marijuana In Scott County
On Wednesday, a Scott County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics agent made a traffic stop on a vehicle for a traffic infraction. During a brief interview, a strong odor of marijuana was detected coming from the vehicle. After a search of the vehicle, the driver was found to be in possession of approximately 80 pounds of marijuana. […]
Woman Wanted On Wire Fraud Charges In Lucedale
“Briana Stripling-Cauldwell, you need to go see the fine folks at the Lucedale Police Department.” A Facebook post by the Lucedale Police Department is calling on a woman to turn herself in. She is wanted on Wire Fraud charges. The police department said if you know Briana and you need any extra cash, give them […]
Pascagoula Police Dept. Needs Help Identifying Auto Burglary Suspect
The Pascagoula Police Department is requesting the public’s help in identifying an auto burglary suspect. Police said the suspect attempted an auto burglary on November 26th, 2023, on Ryder Ave. If you have any information regarding the suspect’s identity or this incident, please call the police department at 228-762-2211. You can also contact MS Coast […]
Entergy Mississippi shares decorative lighting safety tips for the holidays
Decorating your home with festive lights is a great way to celebrate the holiday season. Whether you’re a pro or a novice when it comes to putting up decorations, it’s important to understand the risks of hanging lights. According to the National Fire Protection Association, Christmas lights alarmingly cause 40% of Christmas tree fires. NFPA […]