Police Investigating Domestic Incident After Woman Shot In Jackson
On Thursday, June 6, the Jackson Police Department began investigating a shooting that happened in the 70 block of Pickwick Court. An unidentified woman was found with a gunshot wound and taken to get medical treatment at a local hospital. The suspect, Ladarius Conley was arrested and charged with Domestic Aggravated Assault. This is an […]
Hinds County Deputy Who Served In Law Enforcement For 37 Years Passes Away
Sheriff Jones with the Hinds County Sheriff’s Department said that Deputy Alvin Wells passed away from natural causes last night. Deputy Wells was well-loved and served in law enforcement for 37 years throughout Central Mississippi. Sheriff Jones said that Deputy Wells touched the lives of many. “I extend my deepest condolences to the family, friends, […]
UPDATE: One Suspect Arrested, One Identified In Armed Robbery That Injured Child In Jackson
An arrest has been made in an armed carjacking that injured a child on Saturday, June 1 on Jayne Avenue. Police said that Alexis Jones has been arrested for Accessory after the Fact and Tampering with Evidence in connection to the case. A suspect has also been identified. His name is Marquix Wilson. A warrant […]
Former Governor’s Son Arrested In Madison Neighborhood
The son of former Governor Haley Barbour was arrested for trespassing Thursday. According to Madison police, 44-year-old Reeves Barbour was arrested earlier today for Trespassing at a residence in a Madison neighborhood. We are working to gather more details on this developing story.
Mississippi Blood Services Desperately In Need Of Platelet Donors
The need for platelet donors has reached a critical point at Mississippi Blood Services. They said they urgently need the public to help. Nearly 50% of donated platelets are used to support cancer patients, many of whom rely on these life-saving donations to survive chemotherapy treatments. One of the unique challenges with platelets is their […]
Man Arrested After Allegedly Leading MHP On Chase, Hitting Trooper With Four-Wheeler
On Monday, May 27, Troopers with the Mississippi Highway Patrol were conducting a safety checkpoint on Highway 25 in Dennis, MS. During the checkpoint, a four-wheeler approached and led the Troopers on a pursuit. The driver of the four-wheeler, Ricky Don Thorn of Dennis, MS, began driving on the railroad tracks and Troopers continued pursuing […]
Tucker Man Sentenced to 14 Years for Burglary and Sexual Assault on Choctaw Indian Reservation
A Tucker man was sentenced today to 168 months in federal prison for burglary and sexual assault on the Choctaw Indian Reservation. According to court documents, Scottie Amos, 26, of the Tucker Community of the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians, entered a tribal home on September 14, 2017, and sexually assaulted a female tribal member. […]
Four Arrested After Woman Found Dead In Tunica Apartment
On Monday, June 3, at approximately 10:48 p.m., the Tunica County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call reporting a shooting incident at Tunica Courts Apartments located at 2661 Old Highway 61 N. Sheriff’s deputies and first responders were dispatched to the scene. When deputies arrived, they found a female victim suffering from a gunshot wound. […]
STEPPING UP TO SERVE: Gluckstadt Firefighters Rescue Puppy From Burning Home
The Gluckstadt Fire Department responded to a house fire Wednesday night and they were able to save a very small, special friend inside the home. Engine 3 arrived and quickly put out the fire but realized there was a puppy inside the home. Nobody was injured in the blaze and firefighters were able to save […]
Thursday Weather: Mostly clear with highs in the 80s/90s
Chances for showers and thunderstorms will continue across eastern and southeastern Mississippi today. High temperatures across the forecast area should rise into the upper 80s to lower 90s this afternoon. Temperatures tonight should fall to the upper 60s and lower 70s across the forecast area, with partly cloudy skies. Darkhorse Weather is brought to you […]