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Arrested for outstanding warrants for kidnapping and aggravated domestic assault

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1 year ago

August 31, 2023

www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2023-08-31 17:09:24

SUMMARY: Jeffery Patton, a 33-year-old resident of Gulfport, was arrested by Biloxi Police on August 30, 2023, on charges of kidnapping and aggravated domestic assault. The charges stemmed from an assault incident on August 10, 2023. Once at the scene, law enforcement discovered that the victim had been assaulted multiple times by Patton and was unable to escape. The victim’s injuries required treatment at a local hospital. Patton’s bond was set at $500,000 by Justice Court Judge Albert Fountain, and Patton was consequently booked into the Harrison County Adult Detention Center.

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Secret Service report details communication failures preceding July assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump

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September 20, 2024

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2024-09-20 12:25:29

SUMMARY: A recent report indicates that poor communication between the Secret Service and local law enforcement hampered security during a July assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. On July 13, a gunman opened fire from an unsecured rooftop during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, injuring Trump. The report highlights significant “communications deficiencies” that prevented coordination and awareness of the threat. The Secret Service had prior knowledge of potential security risks at the rally site but failed to implement adequate measures. The report raises concerns about tactical planning and responsibility, as some agents were placed on modified duty following the incident.

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Annual Witches Ride returns to Ocean Springs

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11 hours ago

September 20, 2024

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2024-09-20 10:25:40

SUMMARY: Diana Odom discusses the upcoming 7th Annual Witches Ride of Ocean Springs, scheduled for Saturday, October 26, 2024, at 5:30 PM. This family-friendly event invites participants aged 18 and older to ride as witches and wizards for a $50 fee, with limited space for golf carts at $100. This year’s theme is “Under the Spell of the Sea.” The ride aims to support local animal welfare organizations, having raised over $63,000 since its inception. The festivities include a Halloween Pub Crawl for adults and are expected to draw large crowds, making it vital for safety with barricaded routes.

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