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Calhoun County deputies make child porn arrest

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April 3, 2024

www.wcbi.com – Eric Lampkin – 2024-04-03 17:46:30

SUMMARY: Inter-agency cooperation in Calhoun County, Mississippi, led to the arrest of Damien Jamiel Arrington for possession of child pornography. The Calhoun County Sheriff's Office received a tip from a state agency about Arrington visiting known child pornography websites. Deputies obtained a search warrant for his home and seized electronic devices, discovering child pornography on some of them. Arrington was booked into the Calhoun County Jail with a bond set at $50,000. The case highlights the importance of collaboration between different law enforcement agencies to combat crimes such as child exploitation. 24/7 news and updates can be followed on Facebook.

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Starkville firefighters get creative with new training space

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www.wcbi.com – Kaitlyn Yeatman – 2024-05-17 19:14:09

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Changes how law enforcement handles mental illness

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May 17, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Anthony Jenkins – 2024-05-17 19:12:12

SUMMARY: Mississippi lawmakers passed House Bill 1640, limiting the time people can be held in jail awaiting mental health care. The law states that individuals awaiting civil commitment can only be held for 48 hours unless facing criminal charges. The aim is to provide timely mental health treatment rather than keeping individuals in jail. The law will go into effect on July 1. Clay County Sheriff Eddie Scott believes these changes are needed to address mental health issues in county jails. While it's a step in the right direction, more treatment facilities are needed to expedite the process and prevent unnecessary stays in jail.

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