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Shooting at Jackson apartment complex damages buildings, vehicles

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www.wjtv.com – Morgan Gill – 2024-06-29 14:53:35

SUMMARY: Jackson police are investigating a shooting at The Park at Inverness apartment complex on Ridgewood Road that occurred on Saturday, June 29. Detective Tommie Brown stated that the incident involved multiple suspects in the parking lot, but no injuries have been reported. Neighbors observed four boys fleeing the scene while firing shots, leaving several bullet casings on the ground. Buildings and vehicles were damaged in the incident. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Jackson Police Department or Crime Stoppers.

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U.S. 80 bridge in Jackson to close for several months

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www.wjtv.com – Kristopher White – 2024-11-15 11:25:00

SUMMARY: A bridge on U.S. 80 over the Pearl River, at the Hinds/Rankin County line in Jackson, Mississippi, will be closed for several months starting December 2, 2024, due to deck replacement by the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT). The closure is expected to last until summer 2025. Motorists are advised to use alternate routes, including I-20, I-55, State Street, and local roads. MDOT will install message boards to alert drivers about the upcoming closure.

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9-year-old gets support from officer after stun gun incident

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www.wjtv.com – Mike Suriani – 2024-11-15 08:58:00

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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Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: November 15-17

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-11-15 08:36:00

SUMMARY: This weekend (November 15-17), Mississippi offers a variety of events for relaxation and enjoyment. In Jackson, highlights include Food Truck Friday, the Dinosaurs Around the World exhibit, and the Millsaps vs. Trinity football game. Ridgeland hosts the Fleet Feet Coffee Run, a recycling event, and the Scarecrow Trail. In Hattiesburg, there’s a Percussion Extravaganza and a holiday open house. Natchez features the Christmas Pilgrimage Tour and a live music event. Other activities include the Natchez Festival of Music and several local farmers markets, ensuring plenty of fun for friends, family, and solo adventurers alike.

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