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Mississippi Supreme Court won’t hear appeal from death row inmate convicted in 2008 killing

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www.wjtv.com – The Associated Press – 2024-01-14 09:45:24

SUMMARY: The has declined to reconsider an appeal from row inmate Timothy Ronk, who was convicted of stabbing and killing Michelle Craite in 2008. Ronk received a death sentence for capital murder and a 30-year sentence for armed robbery. Prosecutors stated that Ronk also burned Craite's house and took her belongings, which he gave to a woman he met online. Ronk's defense argued that he stabbed Craite in self-defense. The court rejected Ronk's claim of ineffective legal representation, and no execution date has been set. He is currently on death row in Mississippi.

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Winston Co. Sheriff’s Office investigates shooting at Dave’s Club

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www.wcbi.com – Grace Brister – 2024-05-05 17:31:42

SUMMARY: Deputies responded to a call about a shooting at Dave's Club in Winston County, Mississippi, where they found Steven Hunt with a gunshot wound to the lower abdomen. Hunt was taken to the hospital for treatment. A named Tyler Steele turned himself in and was taken into custody. He is awaiting an initial court appearance. The Winston County Sheriff's Department is investigating the case. For more and updates, follow on Facebook.

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LCSO wants people aware of a scam circling the area

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www.wcbi.com – Grace Brister – 2024-05-05 17:31:20

SUMMARY: Sheriff Jim Johnson of Lee County, Mississipi, warns of a phone scam where callers claim to be from the Lee County Sheriff's Department. The callers have personal information and mention warrants for missed jury duty, but the department does not make such calls asking for money. Residents are advised to hang up and not personal information if they such calls. The department urges people to be cautious and not fall for this scam. Residents are encouraged to follow the Lee County Sheriff's Office on social for updates and .

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Stabbing investigation leads to officer-involved shooting in Gulfport

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-05-05 09:30:31

SUMMARY: An officer-involved shooting occurred in , Mississippi a call about a stabbing on Reed Avenue on May 4. According to Bailey Martin of the Mississippi Department of Public Safety, an altercation between an officer and the led to the shooting. The suspect was taken to a local hospital for treatment, while the officer was unharmed. The Mississippi of Investigation is looking into the incident and will their findings to the 's Office.

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