Mississippi News
Bond denied for suspect charged in three Jackson homicides
SUMMARY: Martravious Douglas, 19, was denied bond after being arrested at Spring Lake Apartments in Byram on July 10. He faces capital murder charges for the death of Anthony Davis, 23, who was shot in a drive-by shooting on North State Street in January 2024. Douglas is also linked to the shooting death of Roitavious Greenfield on July 3. Both homicides occurred while Douglas was out on bond for a 2022 homicide. Authorities are also searching for 18-year-old Aidan Mayes related to Davis’ death. Information on Mayes can be reported to JPD or Crime Stoppers.
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Man, woman charged in Vicksburg domestic violence incident
SUMMARY: Vicksburg police arrested and charged Daron Evans, 28, and Elizabeth Rader, 23, following a domestic violence incident on November 2. The incident occurred around 5:00 a.m. near Indiana Avenue and Churchill Drive. After a thorough investigation, both individuals were charged with aggravated assault domestic violence, with Evans’ bond set at $250,000 and Rader’s at $75,000. They appeared in court on November 4. These arrests highlight ongoing concerns regarding domestic violence in the community.
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Vicksburg man sentenced for robbing Rankin County Dollar General
SUMMARY: De’Anthony RaShad Smith, a 27-year-old man from Vicksburg, was convicted of armed robbery, conspiracy to commit armed robbery, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon in Rankin County, Mississippi. Smith, who previously faced a conviction for aggravated robbery in Texas, pleaded guilty after robbing a Dollar General store on September 8, 2023. He was sentenced to 45 years for armed robbery, five years for conspiracy, and ten years for firearm possession. Surveillance footage captured the robbery, and police apprehended him shortly after with the stolen money and weapon.
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Mississippi News
What time do the polls close in Mississippi?
SUMMARY: On Election Day, Americans will vote in various races, from local offices to the presidency. A guide is available for polling place closing times across the states. Although initial results may emerge soon after polls close, final tallies could take longer, particularly in close contests. Some municipalities may vary in their polling hours. For example, in Alabama, polls close at 7:00 p.m. CT, while California’s close at 8:00 p.m. PT. To better understand when results may be reported, voters are encouraged to verify their polling location’s hours in advance.
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