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Man arrested for allegedly breaking into home, shooting it up

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3 months ago

June 24, 2024

www.wcbi.com – Joey Barnes – 2024-06-24 16:35:54

SUMMARY: Jermaine McKinney, 43, was arrested and charged with burglary, shooting into a dwelling, and possessing a weapon as a felon. Authorities report that on June 14, McKinney allegedly broke into a home on 16th Section Road in Oktibbeha County, Miss., and began shooting. The victims managed to escape and call 911. Deputies found the door kicked in and bullet holes inside the home. McKinney later surrendered to Clay County deputies before being transferred to Oktibbeha County, where he remains in jail. For continuous updates, follow WCBI on Facebook and Twitter.

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Mississippi quintuplets begin journey home after NICU care

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October 1, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Malaysia McCoy – 2024-10-01 11:32:58

SUMMARY: The City of Laurel is welcoming four new residents, as three of the Meyers quintuplets—Allie Ray, Nova Mae, and Franklin Walker—returned home from the University of Mississippi Medical Center’s neonatal intensive care unit last week. Their sister, Saylor Kate, has been home since September 10. The second-born quintuplet, Carter James, remains in care. Parents Ashley and Tyler Meyers expressed excitement about having their babies home. The quintuplets, born July 5 via cesarian section, are growing well, with weights ranging from 5 to 7 pounds. The Meyers family includes two older sisters, Paisleigh and Westlynn.

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Semi-truck load damages West Point bridge in Lowndes County.

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1 hour ago

October 1, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Kealy Shields – 2024-10-01 11:18:59

SUMMARY: Traffic was significantly disrupted in Lowndes County, Mississippi, after an 18-wheeler carrying an excavator struck the Old West Point Road Bridge around 8:45 a.m. on October 1. The left lane of Highway 82 has reopened, but the bridge remains closed pending inspection. Fortunately, no injuries were reported from the incident, although motorists experienced delays, some lasting up to 40 minutes. Authorities are advising drivers to exercise caution while navigating the area as inspections are conducted.

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19-year-old arrested in connection with fatal shooting in Columbus

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2 hours ago

October 1, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Mary Carroll Sullivan – 2024-10-01 10:45:24

SUMMARY: Columbus Police arrested 19-year-old Jakody Moore for the murder of 16-year-old Marquez Carter Jr. following a shooting on September 28. The incident, which occurred in the 200 block of Constance Lane, left Carter dead at the scene and a 17-year-old injured. Moore faces additional charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and is currently held at the Lowndes County Adult Detention Center. Police Chief Joseph Daughtry indicated that more arrests may follow and urged community members to assist in identifying a person of interest related to the case.

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