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Groups call for workplace protections after teen dies at Hattiesburg poultry plant
SUMMARY: Duvan Perez, an immigrant worker, was killed while working at a poultry plant in Hattiesburg. Advocacy organizations, the Immigrant Alliance for Justice and Equity and the Center of Law and Social Policy, claim that poultry plants often hire immigrants who are then subjected to workplace discrimination, abuse, and harassment. The company, Mar Jac, stated that they employed Perez through a third-party staffing agency and were unaware of his true age. Advocates highlight that many undocumented workers fear speaking up due to the risk of retaliation and deportation. They are calling for local and federal agencies to enforce policies that protect immigrant workers. The agencies also demand stricter punishment for companies violating child labor laws. The investigation into Perez's death is ongoing.
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Deadly Shooting Suspect Identified
SUMMARY: The Jackson Police Department has arrested and charged Bobby Jones with murder in connection to a deadly gas station shooting that took place at the Shell station on Northside Drive. The incident occurred around 6:30 AM on Friday morning, resulting in the shooting of Joshua Bennett. A witness reported hearing four to six shots and seeing the shooter grab a backpack before leaving the scene. Police emphasize the importance of individual responsibility in such cases and stress the need for respect in the community. The investigation into the shooting is ongoing as more details are released.
Deadly Shooting Suspect Identified
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