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Missing teen in Neshoba County last seen July 30 at 3 am
SUMMARY: Law enforcement in Neshoba County, Mississippi, is searching for 15-year-old Celestial Skye Maxwell, who was last seen around 3 a.m. on July 30. The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation has issued a Missing and Endangered alert for her. Maxwell was last located in the Pearl River Community and resides in Choctaw, on the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians Reservation. She is described as 5 feet tall, weighing approximately 172 pounds, and was last seen wearing a gray hoodie with distinctive nose jewelry. If you have any information on her whereabouts, please contact local authorities.
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SUMMARY: Robert Lumpkin, a 71-year-old habitual offender, was convicted of manslaughter for the fatal shooting of his wife, Laura Lumpkin, in Jackson, Mississippi. The incident occurred on August 19, 2022, when he shot her in the neck at their home. Following the shooting, Lumpkin surrendered to police with his hands raised. He was also found guilty of being a felon in possession of a firearm. Pursuant to the convictions, he faces a mandatory 20-year sentence for manslaughter and an additional 10 years for the firearm charge, as stated by Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens.
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SUMMARY: In Oktibbeha County, Mississippi, the future of OCH Regional Medical Center is a pressing concern. At a recent public meeting, residents voiced worries about the hospital’s quality of care and its ability to handle emergencies, particularly regarding trauma access. Comments from locals highlighted a desire for improved specialties, such as cardiology and gerontology. Supervisors have been discussing the hospital’s financial status and potential legal options, including a viability study if considering selling or leasing the facility. The community is awaiting decisions on how to address the hospital’s challenges and improve patient care.
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SUMMARY: Pete Taylor, a 77-year-old man from Natchez, Mississippi, was found dead in his home on Watts Street on September 19. He died from blunt force trauma to the head, and authorities have classified him as a homicide victim. His body has been sent to the Mississippi State Crime Lab for an autopsy. The Natchez police department is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding his death. This incident has raised concerns in the local community as law enforcement works to uncover more details.
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