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Two women sentenced for identity theft in Rankin County

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2 months ago

March 12, 2024

www.wjtv.com – Kristopher White – 2024-03-12 11:47:40

SUMMARY: Two women have been sentenced to 15 years in prison for identity theft cases in Rankin County. The women were caught stealing a purse and were found with stolen merchandise, gift cards, and drugs in their vehicle. They were identified as Sylyndrell Pugh and Samantha Wilson. Flowood police received multiple reports of wallets being stolen and credit cards being fraudulently used, all linked to the suspects. Surveillance video revealed the same suspects were responsible for these crimes. The District Attorney praised law enforcement for their work and emphasized the importance of community involvement in fighting fraudulent activity.

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Pearl River woman pleads guilty to stabbing tribal member

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4 hours ago

April 28, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-04-28 12:47:46

SUMMARY: Telinah Kowi Tek Farve, a woman from Pearl River, pled guilty to assaulting a tribal member with a knife in the Pearl River Community of the Choctaw Indian Reservation. Court documents show that in 2023, she stabbed the tribal member, causing serious bodily injury. Farve was indicted by a federal grand jury and pled guilty to assault resulting in serious bodily injury. She is scheduled to be sentenced on August 6, 2024, facing a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison. The Choctaw Police Department and the FBI investigated the case, and a federal district judge will determine her sentence based on sentencing guidelines and other factors.

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HOA president speaks after shots fired into Brandon home

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4 hours ago

April 28, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Morgan Gill – 2024-04-28 12:40:33

SUMMARY: Brandon police are searching for two suspects who fired multiple shots into a home in the 100 block of Faith Way. No one was inside the home at the time of the shooting. Homeowners Association President Ben Luther expressed shock at the incident, stating it was unprecedented in the neighborhood. Surveillance video shows two individuals approaching the home and firing shots. Police urge anyone with information to contact them. Luther emphasized that the shooting does not define the community and hopes it is not how people perceive them. Residents are asked to keep those affected in their thoughts and prayers.

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CPD makes Aggravated Domestic Violence arrest

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19 hours ago

April 27, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Grace Brister – 2024-04-27 21:44:57

SUMMARY: On April 27th, Columbus Police responded to a gunshot victim in the 800 block of North Lehmberg. Courtney Stewart Wiggly was arrested for shooting her husband, Daryl Wiggly, who sustained multiple gunshot wounds and was flown to Jackson for treatment. Courtney is in custody at Lowndes County Adult Detention Center awaiting her Initial Appearance. The incident is being investigated as aggravated domestic violence. Follow updates on Facebook for more news.

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