Four Females Charged After Social Media Video Exposes Claiborne County Fight
On the evening of Wednesday, May 16, at around 6:30 p.m., the Claiborne County Sheriff’s Office was notified of multiple reports regarding a physical altercation involving a group of females in the vicinity of Lacashe Subdivision in Tillman, Mississippi. Upon reaching the scene, it was discovered that all parties involved had already dispersed. However, subsequent […]
Sprint Mart Employee Allegedly Embezzles Over $1,600 In Lottery Tickets In Tupelo
On May 13, a report was made with the Tupelo Police Department in reference to an embezzlement from the Sprint Mart on Deer Park Road. Management from the business stated that an employee had embezzled over $1,600 worth of lottery tickets from the business. On May 15, 2024, after further investigation, 24-year-old Shamaya M. Buchanan […]
Byram Man Robbed At Gunpoint During Facebook Marketplace Transaction
On Thursday, April 11, 2024, Officers of the Byram Police Department responded to the Chevron gas station (7382 Siwell Road), regarding a robbery. When officers arrived, the victim told them that he been communicating with the suspect through Facebook marketplace. The suspect created a Facebook marketplace ad trying to sell an iPhone 6 for $200. […]
Man Killed After Motorcycle And Garbage Truck Crash In Brandon
According to Rankin County Sheriff Bryan Bailey, a man died after a garbage truck collided with a motorcycle. The wreck happened at Highway 468 and Greenfield Road. The identity of the victim has not yet been released. MHP and the Pearl Fire Department also responded to the scene.
Forest Hill High School Student Selected For 2024 Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship
A Forest Hill High School student named Kiesa Currie-Kimball was one of two students in the entire state of Mississippi selected as a 2024 Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship recipient. She will receive up to $40,000 in paid tuition to attend the college of her choice plus a paid internship offer at Amazon after her freshman […]
Arrest Made After Body Found On Side Of Road In Lauderdale County
According to WTOK, an arrest has been made after the body of 54-year-old Eddie Floyd Bell was found on the side of King Road in Lauderdale County. The Lauderdale County Sheriff’s said that 19-year-old Lane M. Brooks was arrested and charged with leaving the scene of an accident involving death. WTOK reports that Floyd’s body […]
Victim Identified, Suspect Arrested In Deadly Jackson Gas Station Shooting
A man was found dead inside of the Shell Gas Station in the 3600 Block of W. Northside Drive this morning. (Friday, May 17) Jackson Police said that the victim was identified as Joshua Bennett. A suspect has been arrested in connection to the case. This is an ongoing investigation, if anyone has any additional […]
Support Local Hattiesburg Shelter with Donations To Thrift Shop
Got too much stuff or ready for a spring cleaning? Head over to Second Chance East Thrift Shop, where your donations can make a big difference for both the community and the animals at Southern Pines Animal Shelter! Donating is simple: bring your items to the back of the building, following the “Deliveries in Back” […]
Friday weather: showers and storms today
The threat for possible severe thunderstorms and heavy rain will shift to mainly southern portions of the area Friday afternoon. Please see the latest hazard graphics for threats and timing related to severe weather and flash flooding. High temperatures are expected to range in the lower to mid 80s. Showers and thunderstorms will be possible […]
Man Wanted In Wesson Truck Stop Murder Captured In Memphis
The suspect who has been on the run after allegedly shooting and killing a man outside of the Wesson truck stop has been arrested. According to the Copiah County Sheriff’s Office 18-year-old Tarayvian Miller was captured in Memphis one hour ago. (Around 5:30 a.m. on May 17th) Miller is being charged with the robbery of […]