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Jackson Community Seeks Answers as Police Probe Midday Fatal Shooting on Memphis Street

Jackson, MS – Authorities in Jackson are actively investigating a fatal shooting incident that occurred on Wednesday, resulting in the death of one male victim. The Jackson Police Department was called to the scene around noon in the 3300 block of Memphis Street where the victim was discovered deceased with multiple gunshot wounds. According to Public Information Officer Tommie Brown, police found the body near the rear of a residential property, but it remains unclear …

Jackson Police Issue Murder Warrant Following Fatal Weekend Shooting at Pine Ridge Garden Apartments

Jackson, MS — Authorities in Jackson have issued an arrest warrant for 25-year-old Travaris Montreal Calhoun, who is suspected of first-degree murder following a fatal shooting over the weekend. The incident, which claimed the life of Drewnard Minor, occurred Saturday evening in the Pine Ridge Garden Apartments located on Rebel Woods Drive. Police reports state that the shooting took place shortly after 5:30 p.m. Minor was critically injured at the scene and later succumbed to …

Jackson County Faces Alarming Surge: Over 150 COVID-19 Cases and Several Fatalities Recorded in Just Four Days

Jackson County has reported a significant surge in COVID-19 cases, with over 150 new infections and several fatalities recorded within a span of just four days. This troubling increase underscores a continuing struggle against the virus in the region, despite ongoing vaccination efforts. Health officials in Jackson County have been closely monitoring the rise in case numbers, emphasizing concerns about the potential strain on local healthcare resources. The spike has been attributed to various factors, …

NTSB Unveils Files on Fatal Jackson Gas Explosions, Reveals Prior Leak Warnings

Jackson, MS — Nearly one year after a devastating natural gas explosion resulted in a fatality in Jackson, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has made public its detailed findings from the probe into two separate but equally destructive incidents that occurred in January 2024. The comprehensive release encompasses 128 individual docket items, shedding light on the circumstances that led to the tragic events. On a fateful day earlier last year, two explosions rocked the …

Investigation Underway After Explosion Rocks Jackson County Egg Farm; No Injuries Reported

Brownstown, Indiana — A significant explosion at a local egg production facility on Saturday prompted swift action by emergency services in Jackson County, but resulted in no injuries, officials reported. Authorities including the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department and local fire departments were dispatched to Cort Acres, located on the 4000 block of East County Road 800 North, following reports of the blast early in the day. First responders were quick to secure the area to …

Tragic Robbery: Teen Arrested for Fatal Shooting of 19-Year-Old in Jackson

JACKSON, Miss. — A robbery attempt at a Jackson apartment complex turned deadly when a 19-year-old was shot inside his vehicle, authorities said. The incident occurred around 1:30 p.m. on Nov. 17 at the Trails at Northpointe Apartments, leading to the death of Lamar Washington. According to the Jackson Police Department, Washington was found critically injured in his vehicle and succumbed to his injuries shortly after. The shooter reportedly fled the scene immediately after the …

Jackson County Resident Faces Murder Charges in Fatal Neighbor Dispute

Jackson County, AL – Tensions escalated into tragedy in a Jackson County community this week when a local man was charged with the fatal shooting of his neighbor, authorities reported. The incident has shaken the small Alabama community, bringing to the fore discussions about neighborhood safety and gun ownership. The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office has identified the accused as 48-year-old Ronald Smith. He was taken into custody and has been charged with murder following a …

Jackson Township Moves to Close Zoning Loophole Amid Fears of Overdevelopment at Stalled Adventure Crossing Site

JACKSON TOWNHIP, NJ — What was once billed as a bustling entertainment and commercial hub, Adventure Crossing has fallen significantly short of expectations, leaving behind mostly vacant warehouses. While a sports complex and an indoor golf center mark the modest developments, numerous proposed facilities like hotels, a convention center, and various eateries remain on the drawing board. Emerging from these unmet promises is a new vision for the site, spearheaded by a cohort of investors …

Tragedy Strikes Near Jackson Square: Boston Teen Killed in Fatal Shooting, Suspect Faces Multiple Charges

Boston, MA — A 19-year-old Boston man lost his life in a shooting incident near a bustling public housing area in Jamaica Plain Monday night. Authorities confirmed the victim as Quami J. Clarke. The tragic event occurred close to the Jackson Square MBTA station at 277 Centre St., briefly before 9:30 p.m. Boston Police rushed Clarke to Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center following the incident. Despite the efforts of medical professionals, Clarke was pronounced dead …

Man Fatally Shot at Jackson Gas Station Leads to Suspect’s Arrest

Jackson, Mississippi – Authorities in Jackson are currently investigating a fatal shooting that occurred at a local gas station. The incident, which took place early Friday morning at a Shell station on Northside Drive near Boling Street, has raised concerns within the community. According to Sam Brown of the Jackson Police Department, the initial call reported an aggravated assault at the location. The victim, identified as Joshua Bennett, tragically lost his life after being shot …