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Aberdeen police make arrest in connection homicide case
SUMMARY: Aberdeen police have arrested 18-year-old Theodis Reese on charges of accessory to murder in connection with the death of 29-year-old Leviathan Troope. Reese was wearing an ankle monitor that placed him at the scene the night of the shooting, which occurred on December 5 in Aberdeen, Mississippi. Police are still looking for the shooter and are asking for anyone with information to contact them. This arrest comes in the wake of ongoing police investigations into the homicide.
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Body found in Ridgeland identified as Vicksburg man
SUMMARY: The body of 48-year-old Howard Hendren Hennessey, who was reported missing from Vicksburg on July 13, 2024, has been identified after being found in a wooded area in Ridgeland on August 7. Ridgeland Police Chief Brian Myers confirmed the identification through DNA results, expressing condolences to Hennessey’s family. The body was discovered by a surveyor around 9:45 a.m. The investigation remains ongoing, with further details yet to be released.
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Caledonia Elementary school students learn flag etiquette
SUMMARY: Caledonia Elementary students are learning about the U.S. Flag Code, which outlines proper flag etiquette, such as not allowing the flag to touch the ground and using it respectfully. The presentation aimed to instill these values in young children, emphasizing the importance of understanding flag rules. Approximately 170 students participated in this educational session. Organizers believe teaching such lessons early on promotes respect for national symbols and civic responsibility.
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3 charged in Mississippi neglect case after call for baby leads to horse, dogs
SUMMARY: In Panola County, Mississippi, authorities charged three individuals with neglect after a welfare check on a nine-day-old infant revealed poor living conditions. The child was taken into protective custody, prompting Child Protective Services involvement. Upon investigation, deputies found a severely neglected horse, along with eight dogs and a cat in various states of neglect, all of which were rescued. Steven Archer, Kaitlyn Kirtley, and Angel Brimhall face charges related to child deprivation and animal cruelty. Sheriff’s officials emphasized that the conditions were unfit for a child, highlighting the timely response of law enforcement.
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