8-month-old baby expected to live, accused abuser facing charges
The baby is expected to live, but will have "life-altering, long-term" issues as a result of the alleged abuse.
Crime
Arrested on drug charges, suspect allegedly threatens police informant
The actual charge is Retaliation Against a Public Servant or Witness and carries a maximum term of 10 years if convicted.
Ripley Police on lookout for warehouse burglar
Anyone with information is asked to call the Ripley Police Department or Crime Stoppers of Northeast Mississippi.
Verona man faces felony drug charge
Haskle Craig Justice, 43, was arrested Friday at his home at 106 Chip Drive.
Suspected stabber captured in Chickasaw County, victim recovering
The victim suffered a single stab wound and is in recovery.
Alleged Starkville Walmart shooter indicted on all counts, capital murder
The incident happened back in January of this year when Chisholm reportedly entered the Starkville Walmart and opened fire.
Juveniles arrested in Starkville auto burglary
Starkville Police say it happened Sunday night on Reed Ridge Circle.
Deputies: Man chokes girlfriend, shoots near another
The suspect faces Aggravated Assault and Use of a Deadly Weapon charges along with several misdemeanor charges.
Shoplifting incident leads to arrest, deputies find drugs during pat-down
The alleged shoplifting incident happened Saturday. The suspect was arrested and all items returned by deputies.
Former Starkville policeman indicted a year after shooting
If convicted, Wheeler faces up to 20 years in prison. He was a responding officer to a robbery back on June 3 of 2017.
Tupelo Police search for robbery suspect, held gas station at knife-point
The suspect is described as a black male, wearing a black "Tap-out" shirt, dark red pants, and white shoes.
Gun, meth seized during Prentiss County traffic stop
The Prentiss County Sheriff's Department discovered meth during the traffic stop prompting the arrest.
Booneville man arrested on drug charges, $900 siezed
Deputies say narcotics agents found marijuana, along with nearly $900 in cash.
Webster County K-9 Unit makes arrest, more charges expected
The suspect faces Felony Possession of Meth and Burglary Tools charges. Deputies also slated five misdemeanor charges against the suspect.
Florida man arrested in Lee County, driving stolen U-Haul
Deputies were notified of the stolen truck and made the stop. Some alleged meth was found during a search of the box truck.
Monroe County deputies net almost 20 arrests in "drug round-up"
Around 20 arrests were made during the round up. Deputies are still searching for other suspects.
Nettleton man arrested on child abuse charges
Investigators say the suspect is believed to have shaken the child early Monday morning at his home.
Mother's complaint leads to sexual charge for Aberdeen man
The suspect has since posted his $50,000 bond. Because the crime involved a juvenile, few details were available.
Deputies: Calhoun County woman abandoned disabled husband
The Department of Human Services has him in a care facility. The Attorney General's Office is also assisting in the investigation.
Former Trooper indicted for fatal March wreck, charged with Manslaughter
The former trooper is charged with manslaughter. The Bruce man left the patrol shortly after the accident.
Lowndes County woman accused of stabbing, hitting husband with saw
Charity Harkins, 28, is charged with Aggravated Assault - Domestic Violence.
Four inmates escape from Leake County jail, round-up begins
If you see anything suspicious, please contact the Leake County Sheriff's Department or just dial 911.
Wife and now son dead after alleged Winston County arson
Eiland's wife was killed in the fire, with his 17-year-old son being burnt severely. The teen died in the hospital early Tuesday morning.
Victim in recovery after Macon stabbing, arrest made
Once on scene, police say they found the victim with a stab wound to the chest. Macon Police are still investigating.
Investigators: Louisville Arson, Murder case one of the worst they've seen
The Louisville man accused of setting the blaze that killed his wife, Merredythe Eiland and seriously injured his son.