Mississippi News
Joint effort tracks down national fugitive in Lowndes County
SUMMARY: Sherman Dewayne McCoy, wanted in North Carolina for child sex crimes, was apprehended in Columbus, Mississippi. He has a history of multiple felony and misdemeanor charges in Lowndes County, Mississippi. Fayetteville Police Department in North Carolina is seeking custody of McCoy for charges including rape and indecent liberties with a child. A deputy from the Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office tracked down McCoy in an apartment complex and found marijuana and a firearm. McCoy will face charges in Lowndes County before being extradited to North Carolina. The Sheriff emphasizes the importance of partnerships in apprehending fugitives and bringing them to justice.
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Canton man convicted in shooting death of wife
SUMMARY: Myles Flint Johnson, a 53-year-old from Canton, was convicted of second-degree murder for the shooting death of his wife, Kristi Johnson, after a three-day trial in Madison County Circuit Court. He was sentenced to 40 years in prison without the possibility of parole. On January 30, 2024, Johnson called 911 claiming his wife had shot herself, but investigators found she had been shot in the back two days prior. Evidence revealed ongoing domestic violence in their relationship. Johnson testified it was accidental, but the jury deliberated for three hours before reaching their verdict.
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Chickasaw Co. executes a disaster drill at a local nursing home
SUMMARY: Chickasaw County emergency responders and Shearer-Richardson Memorial Nursing Home conducted a disaster preparedness drill to test their emergency plans. The scenario involved a tornado followed by a fire, requiring coordination between various emergency teams. The drill, which included state personnel and Okolona High School students portraying disaster victims, focused on ensuring the safety of nursing home residents. Participants, like Ophelia Smith, found the exercise educational and valuable in reducing fear and building preparedness. Linda Griffin, from the county’s Emergency Management Agency, emphasized the importance of practicing real-life events to identify gaps and improve responses.
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Mississippi News
Monroe county sheriff’s department investigating church fire
SUMMARY: Harmony Baptist Church in Monroe County, Mississippi, was destroyed by fire last Friday night, leaving caretaker Mary Nell Dorris in shock. She received a panicked call from a neighbor while asleep and rushed to the scene, where she stayed until the early morning. The historic church, built in the mid 1800s and lacking gas or electric power, is suspected to have been intentionally set ablaze. While no injuries were reported, Dorris mourns the loss of cherished memories associated with the church. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Department is investigating and urges anyone with information to come forward.
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