Forrest County Sheriff’s Office Looking for Missing Woman
The Forrest County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help to find a missing woman. Authorities say 69-year-old Barbara Pilgrim was last seen around 9 p.m. on Tuesday, August 26, at her home on Ruger Road in Forrest County. Investigators said Mrs. Pilgrim suffers from a medical condition that could impair her judgment. She […]
Warren County Sheriff’s Office Seeking Wanted Sex Offender
The Warren County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help finding Willie James Smith. Smith is wanted for failure to comply with the Mississippi Sex Offender Registry. Authorities say Smith is currently at large, and deputies are urging anyone who sees him or knows of his whereabouts to contact the sheriff’s office immediately. Anyone […]
Man Killed In Pearl River County Crash
The Mississippi Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash that happened early Wednesday morning on Highway 11. According to officials, the crash happened on August 27, 2025, at approximately 6:00 a.m. A 2022 Honda motorcycle driven by 35-year-old Dustin Fried of Poplarville was traveling north on Highway 11 when it collided with a 2018 Dodge […]
Rankin County Man Shot to Death in His Home
A Rankin County man was found shot to death inside his home this morning. He had been shot multiple times. He was identified as 36-year-old William Earl Morris. According to the Rankin County Sheriff’s Department, a 911 call was received at 8:53 a.m. related to an unresponsive man at a house on Hwy 80 between […]
Man Sentenced in 2022 Oxford Crash That Killed Ole Miss Student
A Tennessee man has been sentenced in connection with the 2022 death of an Ole Miss student in downtown Oxford. On Monday, August 25, 30-year-old Seth Garron Rokitka, of Collierville, entered a plea agreement with the Third Circuit District Attorney’s Office. Rokitka pled guilty to Leaving the Scene of an Accident Causing Death and Aggravated […]
Vehicle Crashes Into Oxford Gas Station
A gas station in Oxford got quite the surprise this morning when a vehicle crashed through the glass and into the business. Thankfully, the Oxford police department said nobody was injured. According to Captain Hildon Sessums, the driver was elderly and didn’t realize the vehicle wasn’t in park. No charges will be pressed. They posted […]
DARKHORSE DOGS: U.S. Therapy Animal Organization Looking for Long Term Puppy Raiser For “Chicken Tender”
An organization in Mississippi called U.S. Therapy Animals is looking for a long-term sponsor/puppy raiser for a 2-year-old European golden retriever named Chicken Tender. The organization said that by helping care for Chicken Tender, you help the organization “provide critical therapeutic mental health support for those in need in our community and state.” If you […]
Jones County Sheriff’s Department Warns of New “Beverly Hills” Scam
The Jones County Sheriff’s Department is warning residents of a new scam they’re jokingly calling the “Beverly Hills” scam. The scammers are promising you that you will become a millionaire if you just send them a “processing fee” by debit card or cash transfer app. The scammers from “Beverly Hills” are calling and advising residents […]
One man arrested after running from Capitol Police Tuesday
A 23-year-old Jackson man has been arrested after running from Capitol Police on Tuesday. At approximately 7:51 p.m. August 26th, Capitol Police officers attempted to initiate a traffic stop on a vehicle driving recklessly. The driver, 23-year-old Tyler Kendrell, was traveling at a high rate of speed and officers were unable to catch up to […]
Madison Police Announce Plans for National Night Out 2025
The Madison Police Department is preparing to take part in this year’s National Night Out, set for Tuesday, October 7, 2025, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie with the goal of making neighborhoods safer, stronger, and more caring places to […]