SUMMARY: State and local officials celebrated the ribbon cutting of the new Capitol Police Department headquarters in Jackson, Mississippi, located near the State Capitol. Capitol Police Chief Bo Luckey highlighted the advantages of a centralized location for improved communication and coordination among various agencies. The expansion of jurisdiction aims to enhance the department’s crime deterrence capabilities, according to Governor Tate Reeves. This new facility will help attract more officers and streamline operations, reflecting a transformation from a security entity to a fully functional police department.

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SUMMARY: Thaddieus Cooper and his sister, Artista Garner, were arrested for attempting to defraud Mississippi’s unemployment system while Cooper was incarcerated. State Auditor Shad White reported that Cooper asked Garner to apply for benefits on his behalf, despite him being ineligible. Cooper received illegal funds on a Way2Go debit card, which Garner then used for her personal expenses. If convicted, both could face up to five years in prison and fines of $1,000. White acknowledged the efforts of investigators and prosecutors involved in the case, marking this as a significant instance of unemployment fraud.

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SUMMARY: A woman from Monroe County, Mississippi, named Arlean Gilleylen, has been indicted for allegedly committing SNAP fraud. Following an investigation by the Mississippi Department of Human Services, Gilleylen was arrested on October 2 after it was discovered she received over $38,000 in benefits by failing to accurately report her household income. The case has been referred to the Monroe County District Attorney’s Office, leading to an indictment on July 8. SNAP provides food assistance to individuals and families with low or no income to help ensure good nutrition and health.

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