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Man wanted on multiple charges in other states arrested in Mississippi

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www.wjtv.com – Sethanie Smith – 2024-11-08 15:33:00

SUMMARY: Byram police arrested James Beasley after a chase on Interstate 55 North on November 7. Beasley was wanted in multiple states for robbery, carjacking, and grand larceny. Officers initiated the pursuit when they learned he was driving a stolen vehicle linked to a carjacking in the Capitol Complex Improvement District of Jackson. The chase, which began in Byram, concluded near the 2300 block of Terry Road in Jackson, where Beasley was taken into custody by Capitol police.

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Airbus hosts Veterans Day in tribute to those who serve

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www.wcbi.com – Aundrea Self – 2024-11-11 16:34:00

SUMMARY: Airbus in Lowndes County, Mississippi, held a Veterans Day event on November 11 to honor military service members, including their employees who have served. The program featured music, a color presentation by the MSU Army ROTC, and a special tribute to fallen heroes. General Andrew Rendon of the Mississippi National Guard praised Airbus for its strong veteran workforce, with 30% of its employees being veterans. Airbus’s Production Director, Ben Sullivan, highlighted the company’s role in giving veterans a continued purpose by building helicopters that protect and save lives. Veterans and attendees enjoyed a catered lunch after the ceremony.

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Longtime member of Mississippi law enforcement community dies

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-11-11 16:04:00

SUMMARY: Lt. William Christopher “Chris” Picou of the Madison Police Department passed away on November 10, 2024, from an injury sustained at his hunting camp. He had a long-standing career in law enforcement, having served in multiple agencies in the Jackson metro area, including as Undersheriff at the Hinds County Sheriff’s Office from 2012 to 2016. Madison police expressed condolences, highlighting Picou’s dedication and impact on the community. His funeral will be held at Broadmoor Baptist Church in Madison, with visitation from 10 a.m. to noon, followed by the service, before burial at Monterey Baptist Church Cemetery in Louisiana.

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Man accused of trying to attack woman with chainsaw arrested after chase into Jackson

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www.wjtv.com – Kristopher White – 2024-11-11 10:33:00

SUMMARY: In Rankin County, Mississippi, a man named Jason Antonio Slater was arrested after he attempted to assault a woman with a chainsaw and carjacked her Toyota Camry. The incident occurred early on November 11 when the woman called for deputies during a domestic dispute. When deputies pursued Slater, he fled into Jackson, assisted by multiple police departments. Authorities used spike strips to disable the Camry, causing it to crash. After a brief foot chase, Slater was apprehended with a taser. He faces charges of aggravated domestic violence, carjacking, and fleeing law enforcement, and is held without bond.

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