SUMMARY: A pedestrian was killed in Claiborne County after being hit by a 2005 Peterbilt on U.S. 61 north of Port Gibson. The victim, 29-year-old Todd Johnson, died at the scene. The driver of the Peterbilt was not injured in the crash. The incident occurred just before 3:30 a.m. on April 22, as the vehicle was traveling northbound. The Mississippi Highway Patrol is investigating the crash.

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SUMMARY: During the Morgan Wallen concert in Oxford, Mississippi, a man named Hunter Flanagan was arrested for assaulting another concertgoer. Flanagan became combative with police officers during his arrest, kicking and spitting on them. He was charged with simple assault on a police officer by both the Lafayette County Sheriff's Office and the University of Mississippi Police Department. Flanagan appeared before a judge and his bond was set at $100,000. He is currently being held at the Lafayette County Detention Center awaiting bond.

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SUMMARY: Macon Police Chief Davine Beck recently purchased 10 new tactical vests for his department with a grant, valued at over $2,000. The vests are custom-fit, lightweight, and user-friendly, allowing officers to carry essential equipment conveniently. Investigator Kayla Duck-Hill praised the vests for their durability and storage capacity. Beck plans to further equip his department with 12 body cameras and two additional patrol vehicles in the coming year. Small departments like Macon rely on grants for funding, as they have limited budgets compared to larger departments. The new equipment will enhance the department's ability to serve and protect the community effectively.

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