Booneville man charged in Prentiss County child molestation investigation
PRENTISS COUNTY – A Booneville man has been arrested following an investigation into allegations involving a 4-year-old child, according to the Prentiss County Sheriff’s Department. Authorities said the investigation began after a report that the child had allegedly been inappropriately touched. The child later participated in a forensic interview, during which investigators said a disclosure was […]
Alabama motorcyclist killed in crash on Highway 98 in George County
GEORGE COUNTY – An Alabama man was killed Saturday evening in a two-vehicle crash on Highway 98 in George County, according to the Mississippi Highway Patrol. Troopers responded to the crash around 7:45 p.m. Sept. 12. MHP said a 2022 Ford F-250 driven by 27-year-old Jonathan Lorenzo of Lucedale was traveling west on Highway 98 when […]
Tupelo man charged after victim stabbed while standing in line at business
TUPELO – A Tupelo man has been charged with aggravated assault after police say a victim was stabbed while standing in line at a West Main Street business. According to the Tupelo Police Department, officers responded Sept. 10 to the emergency room at North Mississippi Medical Center after receiving a report of an assault. The […]
Southern Pines to offer free rabies vaccines, basic exams for Hattiesburg pets
HATTIESBURG – Southern Pines Healthy Pet Clinic will host a free rabies vaccination clinic later this month for Hattiesburg residents. The clinic will be held Saturday, Sept. 26, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Second Chance Thrift Shop East, 718 Bartur St. Free rabies vaccinations and basic veterinary exams will be available for healthy […]
Warren County deputies seek two people in Dogwood Lane burglary investigation
WARREN COUNTY – The Warren County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help identifying two people captured on video following a reported burglary on Dogwood Lane over the weekend. Authorities released images of the two individuals and are asking anyone who recognizes them to contact investigators. Anyone with information is asked to call Lt. […]
Bicyclist dies after being struck by vehicle in Hattiesburg; police looking for red van
HATTIESBURG – Hattiesburg police are investigating a crash that killed a bicyclist Saturday night on Edwards Street. Officers responded around 10:47 p.m. Sept. 12 to the 1500 block of Edwards Street after receiving a report that a vehicle had struck a bicyclist. The victim was taken to a local hospital, where he later died from his […]
Starkville woman charged with felony shoplifting at Tupelo Walmart
STARKVILLE – A Starkville woman has been arrested on a felony shoplifting charge following an investigation into a theft at a Tupelo Walmart. According to Tupelo police, officers spoke with employees at the Walmart at 3929 North Gloster Street on Aug. 12 after store personnel reported that two people had stolen multiple items. After further investigation, […]
Eight arrested in Tate County narcotics roundup
TATE COUNTY – Eight people have been arrested following a coordinated narcotics roundup targeting suspected drug sales in the Senatobia and Coldwater areas, according to the Tate County Sheriff’s Office. The sheriff’s office said its Narcotics Division and Criminal Investigation Division recently conducted the operation as part of an ongoing effort to identify people believed to […]
Happy ending: 100-pound Brookhaven tortoise reunited with his family
BROOKHAVEN – A very large missing pet is back where he belongs after Central Mississippi Turtle Rescue helped reunite a more than 100-pound tortoise with his family. 100-pound tortoise found in Brookhaven; rescue group searching for owner The tortoise, whose name is Dozer, was found in Brookhaven earlier this week. The rescue initially asked the public […]
Adams County man sentenced to 15 years after pleading guilty to 39 child sexual exploitation charges
ADAMS COUNTY – An Adams County man has been sentenced after pleading guilty to 39 felony counts involving child sexual exploitation material, according to the Adams County Sheriff’s Office. Tyler Anthony Keith pleaded guilty Sept. 10 to 39 counts of depicting a child engaging in sexual conduct. Senior Circuit Court Judge Debra W. Blackwell sentenced Keith […]