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Itawamba County deputies save dog with Narcan

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2 weeks ago

April 19, 2024

www.wcbi.com – Joey Barnes – 2024-04-19 15:52:15

SUMMARY: Itawamba County deputies saved a dog during a drug bust by administering Narcan after the pup became unresponsive due to fentanyl exposure. The deputies were originally at the home on a search warrant and found Kenneth Cook and Candace Pierce in possession of meth and fentanyl with intent to distribute. Both individuals were charged and their bonds were set at $45,000 each. The dog was revived with two units of Narcan. Follow for updates on this local news story involving the rescue of the dog and the arrest of two individuals.

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Judge rules independent autopsy can be conducted on Dau Mabil

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May 2, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-05-02 12:05:19

SUMMARY: A judge in Hinds County, Mississippi has allowed the brother of Dau Mabil to conduct an independent autopsy after Dau's body was found in the Pearl River in Lawrence County. Dau went missing in March, and foul play is suspected by his family. Dau's widow, Karissa Bowley, has consented to the autopsy. The judge ruled that the Mississippi Department of Public Safety can keep Dau's body for up to 30 days for investigation before the independent autopsy is conducted. This decision comes amidst a legal battle over who has the right to request the autopsy.

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Jury deliberations underway in Beth Ann White retrial

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2 hours ago

May 2, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Tia McKenzie – 2024-05-02 10:57:54

SUMMARY: Beth Ann White is currently on trial for causing a crash that killed a mother and her six-month-old son, while also leaving the mother's two other children with brain and spinal injuries. White's blood alcohol content was three times the legal limit at the time of the crash, and she has been indicted on four counts of aggravated DUI. After the first trial ended with a hung jury, White was re-indicted and the retrial is currently ongoing. The defense is arguing whether White was actually under the influence at the time of the crash. The state has presented its case and the defense has not called any witnesses.

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Silver Alert issued for 55-year-old Jackson man

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May 2, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-05-02 10:54:24

SUMMARY: A Silver Alert has been issued for 55-year-old Joseph Turner from Jackson, Mississippi, who was last seen on May 1. Turner was walking in an unknown direction wearing an Army-colored hoodie, red shirt, and blue jeans. He suffers from a medical condition that may impair his judgment. The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is seeking information on his whereabouts, and anyone with information is asked to contact the Jackson Police Department. In other news, a Biloxi councilman has pleaded guilty to a drug conspiracy involving vape shops.

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