Mississippi News
Man sentenced for 2022 fatal shooting in Natchez
SUMMARY: In Natchez, Mississippi, Michael Thomas has been sentenced to 40 years in prison for second-degree homicide related to a fatal shooting two years ago. The Natchez Democrat reported that Thomas pled guilty to the murder of Johnny Ricardo Mason, which occurred near the Holiday Apartments on January 4, 2022. Before dying at Merit Health Natchez, Mason identified Thomas as the shooter. Thomas later surrendered to authorities. The sentencing took place on June 26, with Thomas sentenced to the custody of the Mississippi Department of Corrections.
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Emergency motion judgment filed against Dau Mabil’s wife
SUMMARY: In Jackson, Mississippi, Bul Mabil filed an emergency motion against Karissa Bowley, widow of his brother Dau Mabil, who was found deceased in the Pearl River in April 2024 after disappearing in March. Bul seeks an independent autopsy by a selected doctor, Dr. Matthias Okoye, whom Bowley rejects. The Mississippi State Medical Examiner's Office determined Dau's cause of death as drowning but left the manner of death undetermined. No external trauma was found, but ethanol was detected in the postmortem toxicological analysis. The court hearing saw discussions on permitting an independent autopsy before releasing Dau's remains.
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Brandon now home to Entergy’s EV fast chargers
SUMMARY: Entergy Mississippi has installed a $350,000 direct current electric vehicle (EV) fast charging station in downtown Brandon, near Interstate 20. The facility, ready in time for the busy Fourth of July travel period, aims to serve both local residents and travelers on I-20 and I-55. The station features two fast chargers with a capacity of up to 180 kilowatts, compatible with various EV models, allowing a full charge for $20-$30 within 30-45 minutes. This installation, along with one in Ridgeland, enables Entergy to study EV impacts on the power grid and plan future infrastructure. Brandon Mayor Butch Lee welcomes the initiative.
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Mississippi probation officer accused of embezzlement
SUMMARY: Lacosta Lee, a contracted probation officer for Court Programs, Inc. (CPI) in Jackson, Mississippi, has been arrested on seven counts of embezzlement. State Auditor Shad White revealed that Lee allegedly embezzled court-ordered fines and fees meant for probationers. She was issued a $7,558.50 demand letter upon arrest. If convicted, Lee faces up to $5,000 in fines and 20 years imprisonment per count. The State Auditor's Office, aiming for swift justice, collaborates closely with prosecutors. Suspected fraud can be reported to the Auditor's office through their website or by phone.
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