Two more arrested in Centreville ‘Fourth of July massacre’ shooting
WILKINSON COUNTY — Two more suspects have been arrested in connection with a July 4 mass shooting in Centreville that killed two people and injured at least seven others, according to the Wilkinson County Sheriff’s Office. Kelin Moore, 27, of Jackson, Louisiana, and a 17-year-old Centreville juvenile were arrested Wednesday as investigators continued working to […]
Man dies after shooting in Verona
VERONA – A man died following a shooting Wednesday afternoon in Lee County, according to WTVA. Lee County Coroner Carolyn Green confirmed the fatal shooting happened in Verona. The victim was taken to a Tupelo hospital, where he later died, WTVA reported. Green said the man’s identity could not yet be released. An autopsy has […]
Booneville Police Department awarded nearly $1 million in grant funding
BOONEVILLE – The Booneville Police Department has been awarded nearly $1 million in state and federal grant funding that will be used for law enforcement equipment, school safety and officer training. According to the department, Booneville police received a total of $965,852.06 through two separate grant programs. The department was awarded $750,000 through the federal […]
Corinth-Alcorn Animal Shelter asks for puppy food donations
CORINTH – The Corinth-Alcorn Animal Shelter is asking the community for help as it runs low on puppy food. According to the shelter, a large number of puppies are currently in its care, causing food supplies to be used quickly. The shelter said its biggest needs are Purina Puppy Chow and Pedigree Puppy Food. Donations […]
Hinds County Sheriff’s Office releases 12 “Most Wanted”
HINDS COUNTY – The Hinds County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 12 people listed as most wanted by the department. According to the sheriff’s office, all 12 have active warrants. They are: Jermiah Hampton, 25 — failure to appear on charges related to drive-by shooting and murder. Landrea Washington, 32 […]
Southern Pines Animal Shelter asks for help after gate damaged overnight
HATTIESBURG – Southern Pines Animal Shelter is asking for help after staff arrived Wednesday morning to find the shelter’s gate torn from its supports, leaving the property unsecured. According to the shelter, the damage appears to have happened overnight. Staff said they are reviewing camera footage and contacting police as they work to determine what […]
18-year-old fatally shot in Jackson’s 59th homicide
JACKSON — An 18-year-old Jackson man has died after he and a 17-year-old juvenile were shot multiple times Sunday morning at an apartment complex on Sunset Drive. Jackson Police Department Precinct 3 officers responded at about 10:35 a.m. Sept. 6 to an apartment complex in the 3500 block of Sunset Drive after receiving a report […]
West Point police to host Faith & Blue Weekend Oct. 10-11
WEST POINT — The West Point Police Department will host its annual Faith & Blue Weekend Oct. 10-11, bringing law enforcement, churches and the community together for a weekend focused on building relationships and strengthening the community. The main event will be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, at Marshall Park […]
Man arrested after early-morning burglary at Greenville auto dealership
GREENVILLE – A man has been arrested after police say he was found inside a secured area of a Greenville automobile dealership early Tuesday morning. According to the Greenville Police Department, officers were called to Delta Chevrolet at 1009 Highway 82 East around 1:17 a.m. Sept. 8 after receiving a report of a suspicious person inside […]
Brookhaven Animal Rescue League to offer $10 rabies vaccines, microchipping Sept. 26
BROOKHAVEN – The Brookhaven Animal Rescue League is sponsoring a low-cost pet vaccination and microchipping event later this month. The event will be held Saturday, Sept. 26, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Petsense by Tractor Supply. Rabies vaccinations will be available for $10, and pet owners can also have their animals microchipped for an […]