www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-09-20 12:40:19

SUMMARY: New Albany Police identified the victim killed by a train as 19-year-old James Ward from Potts Camp. Chief Chris Robertson stated that Ward was taking a shortcut on the tracks while heading to a job interview when the incident occurred. His body was discovered approximately a quarter-mile from the Highland Street railroad crossing and Highway 15 overpass. Although the chief does not suspect foul play, the investigation into the incident is ongoing.

A train struck and killed a teenage pedestrian in New Albany.

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www.youtube.com – WTOK-TV – 2024-09-20 12:00:38

SUMMARY: Scammers are using a method called spoofing to disguise their phone numbers as the sheriff’s department’s number. They call victims, claiming there is a warrant out for missing jury duty and request money, typically through Bitcoin machines or Green Dot cards. Authorities emphasize that they will never request payment over the phone for warrants and that all official communications occur via U.S. mail. The likelihood of locating and prosecuting these scammers is very low. Therefore, individuals should avoid sending money to anyone over the phone, regardless of the circumstances.

Lauderdale County Sheriff’s Department warns against scammers

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www.youtube.com – WTOK-TV – 2024-09-20 12:00:21

SUMMARY: It’s finally Friday, but expect highs in the lower 90s with heat index values reaching 97°F by 3 p.m. For Friday Night Football, temperatures will drop from 88°F at the tailgate to 82°F at kickoff, cooling to 79°F by halftime. Saturday features SEC games, starting with Florida at Mississippi State in warm conditions. Sunday marks the first day of fall, but heat index values will still be high at 98°F. The tropics are being monitored for potential development in the Caribbean. Overall, expect lower 90s throughout next week with possible rain returning by Wednesday.

Today‘s Weather – Tori Alvarado – September 20th, 2024

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