Oxford Man Arrested On Child Pornography Charge
On Oct. 25th, a detective with the Oxford Police Department was given a tip and subsequently executed several search warrants across various online platforms in relation to a child pornography investigation. As a result, an arrest warrant was issued for the suspect, 23-year-old Chasyn Bernard Bowers, 23, of Oxford, MS. On Nov. 6th, an officer […]
Copiah County Sheriff’s Office Looking To Identify Theft Suspect
The Copiah County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a theft case in the Hazlehurst area and is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying an individual connected to the incident. The person in question was captured in a photograph near what appears to be a rural or industrial setting, carrying what looks like a leaf blower. The […]
One Hospitalized After Shooting At Clinton Gas Station
The City of Clinton has confirmed a shooting occurred Thursday evening around 7:40 p.m. at the Fuel X gas station located in the 1100 block of East Northside Drive. The gas station, which is adjacent to the now-closed Sellers Village, was the scene of the incident. According to officials, one person was injured by gunfire […]
Yazoo County Authorities Crack Down on Illegal Dumping, Issue Citations for Scavenging
Yazoo County officials shared that they are taking a firm stance against illegal dumping and scavenging at local dump sites. After a period of monitoring, authorities were able to catch two individuals in the act of dumping trash improperly at a designated site. The two men were cited for scavenging and were required to clean […]
Military Training Exercises Scheduled Near Elder Ferry Road and Highway 63 In Moss Point
The Moss Point police department shared a warning about upcoming military training exercises. Residents in the area of Elder Ferry Road and Highway 63 should be aware that the Marine Forces Special Operations will conduct annual military training exercises on the evenings of November 10 and 11. The exercises will take place between 4 p.m. […]
Man Found Guilty in 2022 Shooting Death of 9-Year-Old in Oktibbeha County
A jury in Oktibbeha County Circuit Court has found Christopher Perkins guilty of first-degree murder in the tragic 2022 shooting death of 9-year-old Lasang Kemp. The verdict, delivered on Thursday, also includes convictions on two counts of aggravated assault. Following the guilty verdict, the judge sentenced Perkins to life in prison for the murder charge, […]
Friday Weather: Scattered Showers, 70s/80s
Mostly cloudy skies with scattered showers will be likely today, with the highest coverage (40-60%) west of Interstate 55. High temperatures will range from the mid 70s to the low 80s. Coverage of showers and thunderstorms will increase tonight. Overnight lows are expected to be in the mid to upper 60s. Once again, this is […]
Percy Quin Love Lock Bridge holds grand opening
The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks hosted the grand opening of the Percy Quin Love Lock Bridge at Percy Quin State Park recently. The grand opening was during the annual Association of Southeastern State Parks Directors conference. Attendees of the ASSPD conference along with MDWFP parks staff were the first to put a […]
Stone County deputies seek help identifying burglar
Stone County authorities are looking for a suspect who they say broke into a local business Friday morning. Early on Friday, deputies responded to a break in at a convenience store. They say a black male wearing a fishing hat, dark clothing, a face covering, and boots forced entry and stole items from inside the […]