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Columbus city councilman connected to armed robbery investigation

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10 months ago

July 12, 2023

www.wcbi.com – Joey Barnes – 2023-07-12 19:13:34

SUMMARY: Columbus city councilman, Pierre Beard, is being connected to an armed robbery investigation outside of a Waffle House in Mississippi. Although he has not been charged, police have spoken to him as part of their ongoing investigation. Beard has not yet addressed any allegations or connection to the incident. It has been reported that the suspect, Quavis Betts, was arrested at a hotel room booked in Beard's name. Beard did not report the alleged crime to law enforcement. The investigation is still ongoing.

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Mom says 8-year-old trampled at Southaven Springfest brawl

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21 mins ago

April 29, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Jessica Knox – 2024-04-29 13:47:25

SUMMARY: An 8-year-old boy, Tylen Shaw, was trampled and suffered a broken arm and bruises at Southaven Springfest after a brawl broke out. His mother, Tyneshia West, rushed him to the hospital and now has to teach him to write with his left hand. The incident started with a fight involving teenagers, causing chaos and resulting in the festival closing early. Shaw's mother says he just wanted to enjoy rides and sweets that night. Southaven officials plan to release a statement on the incident. Shaw is still in pain but is doing better.

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Mississippi DPS asks judge to dissolve restraining order in Dau Mabil case

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53 mins ago

April 29, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-04-29 13:15:24

SUMMARY: The Mississippi Department of Public Safety is asking a judge to dissolve a restraining order blocking the release of Dau Mabil's remains. The order was filed without proper notice to the department. Dau went missing on March 25 and his body was found on April 13. An autopsy showed no foul play, but further testing is needed. Dau's wife, Karissa Bowley, has agreed to an additional autopsy but only after law enforcement completes their investigation. U.S. Representative Bennie Thompson has requested a Department of Justice investigation. The court will not consider Bowley's request until April 30.

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Street closings begin May 3

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3 hours ago

April 29, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Ansley Perkins – 2024-04-29 11:11:45

SUMMARY: Market Street Festival in Columbus, Mississippi will begin Friday evening with street closures in downtown area lasting until Sunday at noon. Streets will close at different times, and any vehicles not moved from blocked areas will be towed at the owner's expense. Special entrances and parking lot closures are also in effect. The festival hours are from Friday evening to Saturday afternoon. For more information, visit the festival's website or Facebook page. Contact Main Street Columbus office or Columbus Police Department for any questions. The festival aims to bring together the local community for a fun-filled weekend of events.

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