SUMMARY: WREG is seeking records and bodycam footage of an incident in Southaven, Mississippi, where a police officer allegedly pointed a stun gun at 9-year-old Ahmar Anderson on Nov. 7. The officer mistook him for a robbery suspect, but Ahmar was wearing a purple and white letterman jacket, not matching the description. Ahmar’s mother, Shaquita Anderson Wade, believes he was targeted due to his size and race. Despite the incident, Ahmar has received support, including from police officers, and his mother hopes he feels safe calling the authorities in the future. The matter is under investigation, and footage is not yet available.

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SUMMARY: An officer-involved shooting in McComb, Mississippi, resulted in one suspect’s death on November 14. Police responded to reports of a suspicious vehicle in the 200 block of 25th Street, where two suspects exited. One suspect threatened officers with a weapon, leading to the officers shooting him. Authorities are searching for additional suspects believed to be in a gray 2016 Dodge Charger. One individual has been arrested, and investigators think three or four more were involved. The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is looking into the incident, urging the public to avoid the suspects, who are considered armed and dangerous.

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SUMMARY: Columbus, Mississippi’s Golden Triangle area is experiencing a construction boom, driven by the arrival of a multi-billion dollar aluminum mill. Mark Jones of Cash and Carry Building Supply notes increased sales and a rising demand for housing due to more people moving to the region. Robert Benton, owner of Benton’s Military Hardware, shares optimism about the local economy’s future, highlighting opportunities for contractors and suppliers as new homes are built. This influx is expected to enhance the real estate market by increasing housing availability, benefiting the community overall.

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