UPDATE: Brandon Man Accused in Two Homicide Cases in custody
UPDATE, 12:50 A.M. Matthew Brian Kidd is in custody, according to Rankin County investigators. He is charged with murder in the death of William Earl Morris and Christian Storey. He was arrested Thursday night at the Rodeway Inn in Brandon. Authorities said cooperation between Rankin County and Brandon were key in the apprehension of Kidd. […]
STEPPING UP TO SERVE: Capitol Police, Rescuers Save Dogs Discovered During Warrant Operation in Jackson
A rescue in Jackson, Cheshire Abbey, rescued several dogs left after a warrant was served in south Jackson. Capitol Police Flex Unit and the U.S. Marshals served a warrant in south Jackson and noticed three dogs inside of the home. They appeared to be neglected and abused. There were feces around the home. The dogs […]
Vehicle Pursuit Leads to Arrest of Two Lucedale Residents, Guns and Narcotics Seized
George County – In the early morning hours of Thursday around 1:10 a.m., a George County Sheriff’s Deputy attempted a traffic stop on a vehicle traveling along Don Barton Road, which led to a large drug and gun seizure and two arrests. The driver refused to comply, leading deputies on a vehicle pursuit lasting nearly […]
77-Year-Old Man Airlifted After Hit-and-Run in Greenville
The Greenville Police Department is investigating a hit-and-run that left a pedestrian seriously injured on Wednesday night. Authorities say the call came in around 8:00 p.m. on August 27 regarding a pedestrian struck in the 800 block of Washington Avenue. When officers arrived, they found a black male victim lying in the roadway after being […]
Picayune Man Arrested After Child Predator Sting Operation
A Picayune man has been arrested after police say he arrived at a local business to meet who he believed was a minor for sexual purposes. According to the Picayune Police Department, officers responded to a business on Frontage Road around 1:50 p.m. on August 27. When officers arrived, they made contact with a social […]
City of Clinton Pushes Back on Road Conditions Report, Highlights Infrastructure Progress
The City of Clinton is disputing what it calls “inaccurate and unfounded” characterizations in a recent local news report that suggested the city’s roads are “crumbling” and “pothole-riddled.” City officials said the report misrepresented the condition of Clinton’s streets and failed to reflect the ongoing efforts being made to improve infrastructure through a multi-million dollar […]
One Student Injured After School Bus Involved in Crash in Jones County
The Mississippi Highway Patrol is investigating a crash involving a Jones County School District bus that happened on Wednesday afternoon. According to officials, the crash happened on August 27, around 2:40 p.m. on Highway 11. Preliminary reports indicate that a 2024 Blue Bird school bus, owned by the district, was traveling west on Eastabuchie Road when […]
Tupelo Police Make Arrest in Mall Vehicle Burglary Case
A Tupelo man has been arrested in connection with a vehicle burglary reported at the Mall at Barnes Crossing. According to police, officers responded to 1001 Mall Drive on August 22, after receiving a report of a firearm stolen from a vehicle. Following an investigation, 18-year-old Lakendrick T. Holleman of Tupelo was arrested on August […]
Tupelo Police Arrest Suspect Accused of Choking Victim
A Tupelo man was arrested after police said he allegedly choked a victim. On August 25, officers responded to the South Green Street area in reference to Domestic Violence. When officers arrived, they spoke to the victim who had visible injuries. They were told that the suspect choked the victim. On August 27, 21-year-old Jadarian […]
Forrest County Sheriff’s Office Searching for Missing 13-Year-Old Girl
The Forrest County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help finding a missing 13 year old girl. Authorities say 13-year-old Carla Davis was last seen at her home on Jim Burch Road in Forrest County on August 27. Davis is described as a white female with blue, black, and brown hair. Anyone with information […]