SUMMARY: The Bruce Police Department has welcomed a new K9 officer, Snaps, partnered with Officer Luis Sosa. Snaps, a Belgian Malinois, has been with the department for three months and has recently completed drug training. He made his first drug bust in September, demonstrating his effectiveness in aiding police efforts to combat crime in the town. Mayor Jimmy Hubbard expressed satisfaction with Snaps’ performance, noting the swift impact the K9 has made since joining the force.

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SUMMARY: Adrian Durr, a deputy in Simpson County, Mississippi, was arraigned on October 10 after being indicted for using excessive force against an arrestee. The indictment alleges that while the arrestee was handcuffed and restrained, Durr struck him in the head with a taser’s handgrip and kicked him, rendering the individual unconscious. U.S. Attorney Todd Gee emphasized that unlawful assaults on arrestees are federal crimes. Durr has been charged with Deprivation of Civil Rights Under Color of Law, facing a maximum of 10 years in prison if convicted. The FBI is currently investigating the case.

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SUMMARY: Marty Gamblin, a legendary figure in country music and a native of Neshoba County, passed away on October 9 at the age of 80. With over 40 years in the industry, he managed artists like Bryan White and played a crucial role in launching Alan Jackson‘s career. As a publisher, Gamblin collaborated with songwriters who produced hits for various musicians. Recently, he served as a consultant for Marty Stuart’s Congress of Country Music, which paid tribute to him on social media. His contributions to the country music landscape will be fondly remembered.

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