Mississippi News
Pike County woman indicted for SNAP fraud
SUMMARY: Shantay Vega, a Pike County woman, was arrested and indicted for SNAP fraud after reportedly receiving $26,160 in benefits by inaccurately reporting household income and composition. The indictment was secured by the Pike County District Attorney on May 18, 2024, and Vega surrendered to Mississippi Department of Human Service (MDHS) and county officials on May 22, 2024. Cases of suspected fraud can be reported online, by phone, or email to MDHS. For more details, visit WJTV.com or refer to the official fraud reporting channels provided in the article.
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Man wanted in South Carolina is arrested in Columbus
SUMMARY: Josfat Salomon Martinez, also known as Miguel Sierra, was arrested in Lowndes County, Mississippi, after being tracked from South Carolina, where he was wanted for Exploitation of a Minor. He had four outstanding warrants for the crime. On October 31, detectives found two cell phones in his possession containing explicit images and videos of children being sexually abused. Martinez admitted the phones were his and was charged with two counts of Child Exploitation, with a bond set at $250,000. The investigation is ongoing, and further charges may be forthcoming, according to Sheriff Eddie Hawkins.
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Mississippi News
MVSU football player killed during crash
SUMMARY: Ryan Quinney, a junior linebacker at Mississippi Valley State University (MVSU), tragically died in a car accident on November 8 in Yazoo City, Mississippi. MVSU officials expressed their heartbreak, stating that Quinney was a vibrant member of the community whose spirit uplifted those around him. He was confirmed to have passed away in a statement released on the university’s Facebook page. Quinney, originally from Mobile, Alabama, will be deeply missed by his friends, faculty, and teammates. The incident has garnered significant attention as the community mourns his loss.
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Mississippi News
Reaction to Jackson's bribery scandal after recent indictments
SUMMARY: Jackson residents are grappling with the recent indictments of Mayor Chokwe A. Lumumba, Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens, and City Councilman Aaron Banks on bribery charges. All three officials have pleaded not guilty. A detailed 32-page indictment reveals that they were allegedly caught on camera exchanging large sums of cash during a trip to Fort Lauderdale, with the FBI monitoring their activities. Experts suggest the penalties they face could lead to guilty pleas, while defense strategies may hinge on claiming entrapment. Their next federal court appearance is scheduled for January 2025.
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