West Point PD issues scam alert
West Point police are warning business owners and residents about a scammer. A person claiming to be Lt. Arnold from the police department has called a number of businesses.
Crime
Benton County Tax Assessor accused of embezzlement
The former Benton County Tax Assessor was accused of taking more than $300,000. Shannon Wilburn was charged with one count of embezzlement in public office.
Joint operation leads to drug arrest in Monroe County
A joint operation with the Monroe County Swat Team and North Mississippi Narcotics Unit led to the arrest of a convicted drug dealer.
Monroe County woman wanted for possible theft in Bartahatchie
Monroe County Sheriff's Office is looking for a possible thief and they need your help finding her.
Bond set for Tupelo man charged with auto burglary
Tupelo Police made an arrest in an auto burglary case. On Monday, officers were called to the Meadows on Main on West Main Street for a reported burglary.
Bond set for Oktibbeha man involved in shooting
Bond is set for an Oktibbeha County man charged in a shooting that left 3 people injured.
Tupelo man facing charges of commercial burglary after break-in
A man from Tupelo is facing burglary charges after items were stolen from several businesses over a one-week period.
Woman from West Point arrested under DUI in Louisville
A West Point selectwoman has been arrested in Louisville. According to the Mississippi Highway Patrol, selectwoman Leta Turner was arrested by MHP in Louisville.
Alabama man pleads guilty to domestic violence in Aliceville
A west Alabama man was sentenced 20 years in prison. 47-year-old Christopher Clark of Aliceville pleaded guilty to domestic violence by strangulation.
2023 Union County shooting ruled as justified
The Mississippi Attorney General's office said a deadly shooting involving law enforcement in Union County was justified.
Bond set for man charged with aggravated assault in Winston Co.
Bond is set for a man accused of shooting someone in Winston County. Leonard Kirk is charged with aggravated assault.
One person in custody after shooting in Oktibbeha County
Oktibbeha County deputies were investigating a shooting. Sheriff Shank Phelps said the incident happened on Taylor Road, near Sturgis.
Inferno Sports Bar murder trial: Man found guilty
Jurors have found Undra Williams Jr. guilty of shooting and killing Devin Thompson at the Inferno Sports Bar in May 2023.
Outburst by three men in Columbus courtroom leads to chase
An outburst during the Undra Williams murder trial leads to a chase and a city councilman being fined.
Person wanted after reported storage burglary in Calhoun Co.
Calhoun County deputies are asking for help to find a burglar.
Details on proposed new Jail presented to Lee County residents
Lee County Supervisors held the first public hearing regarding the plans for the Lee County Adult Detention Center.
Inferno Sports Bar murder trial continues in Columbus
In addition to the murder charge, Undra Williams Jr. was also facing four counts of aggravated assault.
Woman could face 10 years in prison if convicted of embezzlement
There are new developments in the embezzlement case involving a former Caledonia Park Commission official.
Booneville man back in jail on charges related to shooting
A Booneville man who made national headlines after being indicted for murder at the age of 14 has been arrested again.
Bond set for Macon homicide suspect
Bond was set for a woman charged in connection with a Macon homicide. Ciara Latham was charged with aggravated assault and murder.