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Mississippi Triple-Murder Suspect Shot and Killed in Arizona Manhunt

GREENLEE COUNTY, Ariz. – A man wanted in connection to a triple homicide in Mississippi has been shot and killed by a trooper in Arizona. The suspect, Ivory James Welch III, was located in eastern Arizona following the tragic events in Mississippi. Authorities in Arizona were alerted to a possible sighting of the suspect in the Safford area. State troopers, along with detectives and officers from various local law enforcement agencies, mobilized to track down …

Man Wanted in Connection with Triple Killing in Mississippi Killed in Arizona Gunfight

Ridgeland, Mississippi – A man sought for the murder of three individuals in Mississippi met his demise during a confrontation with Arizona troopers in eastern Arizona on Monday. Reports from various sources indicated that the troopers engaged Ivory James Welch III, the suspect connected to a triple killing in Ridgeland, Mississippi the day before. Ridgeland Police Chief Brian Myers confirmed Welch’s involvement in the Mother’s Day evening incident that resulted in the deaths of his …

Mississippi Delta Elementary School in Crisis: University Steps in to Help Displaced Students and Staff

Merigold, Mississippi – Faculty and staff at Hayes Cooper Elementary School are facing unexpected challenges after an explosion incident that resulted in two teachers being hospitalized. The incident, which occurred last Thursday at 7:25 a.m., forced an emergency evacuation plan to be put into action at the education center in Merigold. As investigations by the State Fire Marshal’s Office are ongoing, the school operations had to be drastically altered. In response to the disruption, Delta …

Charleston Man Faces Murder Charges in Mississippi County Death Investigation

Charleston, Missouri – A Charleston man faces charges of murder following a death investigation in Mississippi County. Online court records indicate an arrest warrant has been issued for Bryan Campbell, accusing him of first-degree murder, armed criminal action, unlawful use of a weapon, and abandonment of a corpse. The charges are related to the discovery of the victim’s body off County Road 203 on Saturday, April 6. According to a criminal complaint, Campbell allegedly shot …

Two Dead in Shooting Incident on Capitol Street in Jackson, Mississippi: Authorities Seek Tips

Jackson, Mississippi – Authorities in Jackson are currently investigating a tragic incident that resulted in the deaths of two individuals in a shooting that took place on Capitol Street. The shooting occurred at around 6:00 p.m. in the 1600 block of Capitol Street on Thursday, April 4. Details surrounding the incident are still under investigation by the Jackson Police Department. Detective Tommie Brown has stated that there is currently no information available regarding the suspect …

Man Arrested After Fatal Shooting on Greyhound Bus in Mississippi

Gautier, Mississippi – A tragic incident unfolded on a Greyhound bus in Gautier, Mississippi, resulting in the arrest of one individual and the loss of a young life. The Gautier Police Chief, David Bever, reported that the authorities received a distressing 911 call late Sunday night regarding a deadly shooting on the bus as it traveled along I-10 eastbound. The suspected shooter, identified as Rashaad Keimond Price from Slidell, Louisiana, reportedly demanded the bus driver …

Former Mississippi Deputies Sentenced for Appalling Attack on Black Men

JACKSON, Miss. – A heartbreaking scene unfolded in a federal courthouse as former law enforcement officer Daniel Dedmon offered a tearful apology to the victims of a heinous attack. Dedmon, along with other officers, engaged in racially motivated violence that left lasting scars on Michael Jenkins and Eddie Parker. The ordeal began with a racist call for violence, prompting Dedmon and his accomplices to break into a home and subject Jenkins and Parker to torture. …

Former Mississippi Deputies Sentenced to Years in Prison for Shocking Acts of Brutality and Torture

JACKSON, Miss. – In a federal courtroom, two former Mississippi deputies faced a federal judge with tears in their eyes as they were sentenced to prison for their involvement in torturing two Black men. U.S. District Judge Tom Lee handed down a 40-year sentence to Christian Dedmon and a 17.5-year sentence to Daniel Opdyke for their egregious and cruel actions during the attack. The judge condemned Dedmon for his shocking and brutal attacks against Michael …

Former Mississippi Deputies Sentenced for Torturing Two Black Men in Home Break-In

Jackson, Mississippi – Two former deputies from Mississippi were sentenced on Wednesday for their involvement in a horrific case of racial violence. The federal judge condemned their actions as cruel and heinous, as they broke into a home and tortured two Black men alongside four other white officers. Christian Dedmon, 29, was sentenced to 40 years in prison, while Daniel Opdyke, 28, received a sentence of 17 1/2 years. The judge expressed his shock at …

Former Mississippi Deputies Sentenced to Prison for Torturing Black Men: Judge Condemns ‘Shocking Attacks’

Jackson, Mississippi – Two former Mississippi deputies were visibly emotional in court as they received their prison sentences for the heinous crime of breaking into a home and torturing two Black men. Christian Dedmon, 29, was sentenced to 40 years in prison, while Daniel Opdyke, 28, received a 17.5-year sentence. The U.S. District Judge Tom Lee condemned their cruel actions, stating that Dedmon carried out unimaginable cruel attacks against the victims. During the sentencing, Dedmon …