Mississippi News
MHP reports 3 fatal accidents during Thanksgiving Holiday Travel Period
SUMMARY: Over the Thanksgiving Holiday Travel Period, three people were killed on state highways in Mississippi, with the Mississippi Highway Patrol writing over 6,700 tickets and making 109 DUI arrests. One fatal crash occurred on McGee-Thompson Road in Choctaw County, resulting in the death of 42-year-old Westley Ashford. Another person was killed after being hit by a vehicle on Highway 63 in Jackson County, and MHP reported a fatal crash in Copiah County. Both accidents occurred on Wednesday, November 22. For 24/7 news and updates, individuals can follow WCBI on Facebook and Twitter. There are also embedded scripts for a Facebook page plugin and Facebook Pixel for tracking page views.
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Justice Department opens civil rights probe into Mississippi sheriff's office after torture of 2 Black men
SUMMARY: The U.S. Justice Department has initiated a civil rights investigation into the Rankin County Sheriff’s Department in Mississippi, following the torture of two Black men by former law enforcement officers. Six white officers pleaded guilty for a brutal attack that involved beatings and other abuses. Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke stated the investigation will examine potential patterns of excessive force and racially discriminatory practices within the department. The sheriff’s office expressed its commitment to transparency and cooperation with the investigation while updating its policies to ensure accountability and improve practices.
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West Point and Clay county on the look out for bike thief
SUMMARY: West Point police and Clay County deputies are seeking assistance in catching a bicycle thief responsible for a series of burglaries on September 16. The incidents occurred in multiple locations, including Park Circle and East Broad Street. Authorities suspect the thief used a bike, potentially stolen, which is depicted in a provided image. Residents with home security cameras are urged to check for unusual activity and report any findings. Tips can be shared with the West Point Police Department or Golden Triangle Crimestoppers at (662) 494-0109. Community vigilance is crucial in addressing local crime.
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Girlfriend of man convicted killing two near Hal’s St. Paddy’s Parade pleads guilty
SUMMARY: Jenny Lukens, the girlfriend of Jordan Cummins, who was convicted of killing two people during the Hal’s St. Paddy’s Parade in March 2023, pleaded guilty to hindering prosecution. She was sentenced on September 16, 2024, to 10 years, with six years suspended and four served under house arrest. Lukens admitted to misleading police to help Cummins, who received a life sentence for two counts of first-degree murder on June 24, 2024. During the trial, she testified that she was not physically assaulted by Cummins, despite inconsistencies in her story.
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