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Police uncover new scam in Lowndes County
SUMMARY: The Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office in Mississippi has issued a warning about a scam where individuals impersonate law enforcement officers. Residents have reported receiving calls from someone claiming to be Captain Nabors, often using a spoofed number appearing to come from the sheriff’s department. The scammer claims there is an arrest warrant and pressurizes victims into making immediate payments. Several people have already fallen victim to these scams. The sheriff’s office emphasizes that legitimate agencies will never demand money over the phone and advises anyone receiving such calls to hang up and contact local authorities.
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SUMMARY: State Senator John Horhn (D-Miss.) plans to announce his candidacy for mayor of Jackson, Mississippi, for the 2025 election. He will make his official announcement on October 3. Horhn has a long tenure in the Mississippi Legislature, serving since 1993 and currently chairs the Mississippi Senate Housing Committee. His announcement comes as incumbent Mayor Chokwe A. Lumumba intends to run for reelection. The upcoming election will provide an important opportunity for voters to choose their next mayor in the capital city.
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SUMMARY: A 12-year-old girl from North Carolina, abducted on September 29, was rescued at a truck stop in Vaiden, Mississippi. Carroll County deputies and FBI agents acted on a tip and found her in the cab of an 18-wheeler. The driver, 35-year-old Randy Donovan Taylor from South Carolina, was arrested and faces multiple charges, including possession of child pornography and lustful touching. Carroll County Sheriff Clint Walker emphasized the urgency of monitoring children‘s social media to protect them from potential predators. The incident highlights the dangers children may face in today‘s digital age.
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SUMMARY: In Rankin County, Mississippi, deputies arrested 36-year-old Jecyn Leigh Nino for allegedly stealing 200 pieces of U.S. mail. The arrest followed reports of fraudulent activities linked to unauthorized charges at local convenience stores. Investigators traced the incidents to Nino, who was found at an Airbnb after a traffic stop. A search revealed the stolen mail and 150 checks from various counties. Nino faces charges including credit card fraud, possession of a controlled substance, and possessing marijuana while armed. The sheriff’s office is working with the U.S. Postal Inspection Service, and more charges may follow as more victims are identified.
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