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Arrest Made in Infant Death Case Involving Methamphetamine
Philadelphia Police Chief Eric Lyons announced that Alexis Terrell (31) and Robert Hunter (41) (photo unavailable), both of Newton County, have been charged with manslaughter following the death of their infant in July.
On July 8, 2024, officers and EMS responded to a residence on... Read More.
It’s Time to Team Up to Clean Up Carthage
On Saturday, September 14, the City of Carthage will hold its "Team Up to Clean Up" event.
Local citizens are invited to gather at 9 a.m. at the north end of the court square to participate in the community-wide effort.
Volunteers will be treated to breakfast... Read More.
Leake County Law Enforcement Supper Announced
The Leake County Constables will host a Leake County Law Enforcement Supper on Saturday, September 21, at 6 p.m. at the Leake Country Club.
Law enforcement officers and their spouses are invited to attend.
The evening will feature door prizes and an opportunity for local law... Read More.
Manslaughter and Many DUI Arrests in Neshoba County
JANET BLALOCK, 44, of Philadelphia, Disturbance of Family, NCSO. Bond $600.
JUSTIN LAMAR DOSS, 29, of Hickory, Failure to Yield to Blue Light / Siren, Reckless Driving, No Insurance, Possession of Marijuana, No License Tag, NCSO. Bond $400, $500, $800, $1,000, $300.
KILIES HUFFMAN, 47, of... Read More.
Strickland Wanted for Questioning in Neshoba County
PHILADELPHIA, Miss.--A man wanted in a Lauderdale County forgery case is also wanted in Neshoba County.
Sheriff Eric Clark said in a Facebook post that Hamilton Lamar Strickland is wanted for questioning. He did not say what that may be in connection to.
If you know... Read More.
Two Domestic Situations at the Same Time Saturday Morning
CARTHAGE, Miss.--Leake County deputies were busy with two domestic situations happening simultaneously Saturday morning.
Both calls were just before 2 a.m.
One was on Hwy. 25 when a grandson called 911 and said his grandfather was beating his grandmother. A deputy arrived and shortly after reported... Read More.
Two Cars Chased By Leake Co. Deputies
CARTHAGE, Miss.--Two cars were being chased shortly after 11 p.m. Friday night by Leake County deputies. One of the cars may have drawn attention when passing illegally, according to radio communications.
The chase was on Hwy. 35 north of Carthage and south of Attala County.... Read More.
LA Rebels Big Road Win in Cleveland 49-13 Over Bayou Academy
The Leake Academy Rebels traveled to Cleveland for game three of the 2024 season playing the Colts of Bayou Academy and won the game 49-13 to improve to 2-1 on the season. The Rebels were leading the game 35-0 at halftime which allowed the... Read More.
