Skeletal remains found in abandoned Jackson building after fire
JACKSON — What appeared to be skeletal human remains were discovered Sunday afternoon inside an abandoned building after firefighters extinguished a small fire, according to Capitol Police. Capitol Police said officers were called to assist the Jackson Fire Department at approximately 3:43 p.m. at a building on Gallatin Street, where firefighters had just put out […]
Long Beach police search for murder suspect considered armed and dangerous
LONG BEACH – The Long Beach Police Department is asking for the public’s help locating a man wanted on a murder charge. Police said Hallis Wayne Russ Jr. is wanted in connection with a fatal shooting in the 18000 block of Allen Road. According to a July 2 news release, Russ is accused of shooting a […]
Suspect wanted after break-in at Jackson business
JACKSON – The Jackson Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect wanted in connection with a business burglary. Police said the suspect is wanted for breaking into Cockrell Door Company at 6057 Highway 18 West. Anyone with information about the case or the suspect’s identity is asked to contact the Jackson Police […]
Man arrested in Jackson homicide; bond set at $1 million
JACKSON – A man has been arrested in connection with a June homicide in Jackson. Jackson police said Precinct 1 officers responded around 5 p.m. June 13 to 200 Rebel Woods Drive for a reported homicide. Jackson police arrest man in connection with fatal Rebel Woods Drive shooting When officers arrived, they found a man, later […]
Dog found dumped near Flowood YMCA with rusted chain deeply embedded in neck
RANKIN COUNTY — The Rankin County Animal Shelter is caring for an injured dog that was brought in by a Good Samaritan after she was found with a rusted chain embedded around her neck. The shelter said the dog, named Miracle, was brought in June 25 by a woman who had been trying to catch […]
Jones County deputies arrest man after seizure of Pinaca, mushrooms and handgun
JONES COUNTY – A Jones County man has been arrested after narcotics agents seized bottles of vape juice believed to contain Pinaca, also known as “Cob,” along with psilocybin mushrooms and a handgun, according to the Jones County Sheriff’s Department. The sheriff’s department said agents with the Narcotics Division went to a home on Highway 588 […]
Two arrested in Lamar County child exploitation operation
LAMAR COUNTY – Two people were arrested during an online child exploitation operation in Lamar County, Attorney General Lynn Fitch and Lamar County Sheriff Danny Rigel announced. Officials said Operation Predator’s End was conducted to protect children from online exploitation and grooming. During the operation, law enforcement officers arrested two people on charges related to child […]
Holly Springs police seek help identifying fraud suspect
HOLLY SPRINGS – The Holly Springs Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying a person suspected of cashing more than $20,000 in fraudulent checks. Police said detectives are actively investigating the case and are asking anyone who recognizes the individual or has information about the person’s identity or whereabouts to contact investigators. Anyone with […]
Fundraiser launched for Gulfport police officers after house fire
GULFPORT -The Gulf Coast Chapter of the Mississippi Police Benevolent Association and the Police Benevolent Foundation are asking for financial support for two Gulfport police officers after a fire destroyed their home. The organizations said Devin and Jocelyn Bermudez, both officers with the Gulfport Police Department, recently lost their home and many of their belongings […]
Kemper County correctional facility celebrates GED graduates
KEMPER COUNTY – Six incarcerated people at the Kemper County Regional Correctional Facility have earned their GED diplomas, according to the Mississippi Department of Corrections. MDOC officials said educational programs are an important part of the department’s mission to reduce recidivism, increase employability and help prepare people for life after release. Derrick Chambers, director of private […]