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Body of Dexter Wade exhumed hours before family arrived

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1 year ago

November 13, 2023

www.wjtv.com – Tia McKenzie – 2023-11-13 12:52:54

SUMMARY: In Hinds County, Mississippi, the body of Dexter Wade was exhumed hours before the time his mother, Bettersten Wade, had been informed it would occur, according to civil rights attorney Ben Crump. Supposedly set for 12:00 p.m. on November 13, the exhumation took place at 8:00 a.m., before the family could arrive. The 37-year-old had left his mother’s house on March 5, 2023, and was subsequently hit by a Jackson police cruiser. His mother reported him missing, and it wasn’t until August 24 that she was informed of his death. Crump stated that an autopsy’s costs will be covered by Campaign Zero, and funeral arrangements are forthcoming.

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Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: November 22-24

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1 day ago

November 22, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-11-22 08:50:00

SUMMARY: This weekend (November 22-24), Mississippi offers a variety of events for everyone. Highlights include the Fleet Feet Coffee Run in Ridgeland, the Miss Magnolia State Pageant in Vicksburg, and the Handworks Holiday Market in Jackson. In Jackson, enjoy exhibits like “Dinosaurs Around the World” and “Of Salt and Spirit,” plus festive activities such as the “Magic of Lights” display and the “Journey to the North Pole” exhibit. In Hattiesburg, check out the Faculty Artist Series, the Pine Belt Holiday Expo, and the Ford Foundation Turkey Trot. Other events include markets, festivals, and live music throughout the state.

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Attorneys file motion to delay Jackson bribery trial

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2 days ago

November 21, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-11-21 16:41:00

SUMMARY: In connection with the Jackson bribery scandal, attorneys for federal officials and local leaders filed a motion to postpone the trial to allow time for extensive evidence review, including hours of recordings and thousands of pages of documents. Key figures charged include Hinds County DA Jody Owens, Jackson Mayor Chokwe A. Lumumba, and Councilman Aaron Banks, each facing multiple counts of conspiracy related to bribery and fraud. The scandal involves alleged bribes amounting to over $80,000 related to a downtown development project, facilitated by individuals posing as real estate developers working with the FBI.

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Family of Dexter Wade rallies outside JPD nearly two years after his death

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3 days ago

November 20, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Tia McKenzie – 2024-11-20 14:20:00

SUMMARY: Nearly two years after Dexter Wade’s death, his family continues seeking justice. On November 20, Dexter Wade Day was observed in Jackson, declared by Councilman Kenneth Stokes. Wade, hit by a Jackson police cruiser in March 2023, was later found in a pauper’s grave in Hinds County, and his mother, Bettersten Wade, was unaware of his death until August 2023. She believes his death was covered up. No arrests have been made, and authorities consider it an accident. Jackson Police Chief Joseph Wade expressed condolences and shared updates on new policies to prevent similar tragedies.

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