Pedestrian Struck By Vehicle On Capitol Street In Jackson
According to Capitol Police, they were alerted by a concerned citizen about a pedestrian who was hit by a vehicle near South West Street and Capitol Street. Police say that details are very limited at this time, but the driver was transported to a nearby hospital and is in stable condition. The victim was also […]
Jackson County teen under evaluation after threatening school and parents
After allegedly threatening to shoot himself, his parents, and students at East Central High School, a 17-year-old student is undergoing evaluation. Deputies picked him up at a friend’s house Tuesday. Sheriff John Ledbetter says the boy ran away Monday night, January 22, and never returned home. His mother called the school Tuesday morning to let […]
MDWFP now accepting applications for next cadet class
The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks is now accepting applications for the next Law Enforcement Cadet class. Availability of Law Enforcement Cadet positions can be found on the Mississippi State Personnel Board website. MDWFP is looking for qualified candidates to fill positions across Mississippi. The deadline to apply is Saturday, February 13. Preferred […]
Natural Science Museum to host “Attack of the Bloodsuckers!” exhibit
Stinky feet can make you more attractive – to a hungry mosquito, that is! Visitors can explore the science of what’s eating you at the “Attack of the Bloodsuckers!” exhibit hosted by MDWFP’s Mississippi Museum of Natural Science from January 20 through May 12. Discover the biological wonders of sanguinivores – creatures that eat blood […]
Around 40 Arrested in Multi-State Drug Trafficking Takedown
press Approximately 40 individuals were arrested today pursuant to 10 federal indictments filed in the Southern District of Mississippi charging defendants from Lauderdale, Newton, Neshoba, Scott, and Jasper counties in Mississippi, as well as Mexico, California, Texas, and Alabama. The charges stem from a four-year federal investigation of multiple drug trafficking operations distributing methamphetamine, cocaine, […]
Man And Woman Wanted In Ridgeland Credit Card Investigation
The Ridgeland Police Department is asking the public to help them identify a man and woman wanted for credit card investigation. The incident happened at a local business in Ridgeland on Friday, December 22, 2023, at approximately 7:00 p.m. Please call the Ridgeland Police Department or CRIME STOPPERS (601-355-TIPS 8477) with any information.
Capitol Police Chase Ends When Suspect’s Vehicle Crashes into JPD Patrol Car
Capitol Police officers were involved in a brief chase with a suspect on Tuesday. The driver ran a red light at the intersection of Rose Street and Robinson Street and hit a Jackson Police Officer patrol car. The officer and driver both had minor injuries. Capitol police said that charges are pending right now and […]
Man Arrested On Warrant After Driving Without Tail Lights On In Yazoo County
On Saturday, January 20, at approximately 11:00 pm, deputies with the Yazoo County Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for not having any tail lights on E Broadway. Upon further investigation, it was discovered that the driver, Todd Kennedy Jr., had a warrant for possession of stolen property. Kennedy was arrested and […]
Two dead in Pike County crash on I-55
On Sunday, January 21 at 8:37 p.m., the Mississippi Highway Patrol responded to a fatal crash on Interstate 55 in Pike County. A 2007 Cadillac Escalade driven by 19-year-old Mauricio Gonzalez of McComb traveled south on I-55 when it left the roadway, overturned, and collided with a tree. The two passengers, 25-year-old Carlos Gonzalez and […]
STEPPING UP TO SERVE: Kids Rescue Duck With Fish Hook Stuck In Bill In Amory
Several kids in Amory stopped to do the right thing when they noticed a poor duck in distress. The duck had a fish hook stuck in its beak and the kids caught the duck and were able to safely remove the fish hook. The Amory Police Department shared a photo (with permission from their parents […]