Explosion Forces Mississippi Elementary School Relocation: University Steps in to Help

MERIGOLD, Miss. – Faculty and staff at Hayes Cooper Elementary School in the Mississippi Delta faced a sudden crisis when an explosion occurred, resulting in two teachers being injured and prompting the school’s relocation. The incident, which occurred last Thursday at 7:25 a.m., led to an emergency evacuation plan being put into action at the education center in Merigold. Students at the facility were swiftly transported to the Merigold Community Storm Shelter, while buses headed …

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Charleston Man Charged with Murder After Body Found in Mississippi County

Charleston, Missouri – A resident of Charleston faces serious charges in connection with a recent death investigation in Mississippi County. Bryan Campbell stands accused of first-degree murder, armed criminal action, unlawful use of a weapon, and abandonment of a corpse, as per online court records. The allegations against Campbell arose following the discovery of the victim’s body off County Road 203 on Saturday, April 6. According to a criminal complaint, Campbell reportedly shot and killed …

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Officers Sentenced for Racially Motivated Torture and Brutality in Mississippi Case

Jackson, Mississippi – Two former Mississippi deputies were sentenced in federal court for their involvement in the brutal torture of two Black men. U.S. District Judge Tom Lee handed down sentences to Christian Dedmon and Daniel Opdyke, who were part of a group of white officers that broke into a home and committed heinous acts of violence against the victims. Dedmon received a 40-year prison sentence, while Opdyke was sentenced to 17.5 years. The judge …

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Former Mississippi Deputies Sentenced for Torturing Black Men: Cruelty Condemned by Federal Judge

Jackson, Mississippi – Two former Mississippi deputies were overcome with emotion in court as a federal judge handed down their sentences for their involvement in a heinous crime. Christian Dedmon, 29, was sentenced to 40 years in prison, while Daniel Opdyke, 28, received a 17.5-year sentence. The two white officers, along with four others, were condemned by the judge for their cruel actions in breaking into a home and torturing two Black men. The sentencing …

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**Torture:** Former Mississippi Deputy Sentenced to 40 Years for Racist Attacks

JACKSON, Miss. | The fourth former Mississippi sheriff’s deputy had faced sentencing Wednesday for his involvement in the racist torture of two Black men by a group of white officers known as the “Goon Squad,” receiving a 40-year federal prison term. Christian Dedmon, age 29, expressed remorse without looking at the victims, apologizing and expressing self-forgiveness for the pain he caused. All six former officers involved in the case admitted guilt last year. They acknowledged …

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Torture Sentence: Former Mississippi Deputies Get Years in Prison for Brutality

Jackson, Mississippi – Two former Mississippi deputies were overcome with emotion in court as a federal judge handed down their sentences for their involvement in the cruel and racist attacks against two Black men. Christian Dedmon, 29, was sentenced to 40 years in prison, while Daniel Opdyke, 28, received a 17.5-year sentence. U.S. District Judge Tom Lee condemned the brutality of their actions, describing Dedmon’s behavior as “shocking, brutal, and cruel.” The two men, along …

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Deputies Wept in Court as Judge Condemns Cruelty in Mississippi Torture Case

Jackson, Miss. – Two former Mississippi deputies were visibly emotional in court as a federal judge handed down their sentences for their involvement in a heinous crime. Christian Dedmon, 29, received a 40-year prison term, while Daniel Opdyke, 28, was sentenced to 17.5 years by U.S. District Judge Tom Lee on Wednesday. Judge Lee condemned the pair for their cruelty in breaking into a home with four other white officers and torturing two Black men, …

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Mass Shooting at Mississippi Club Leaves One Dead and 12 Injured: Probe Underway

West Point, Mississippi – A tragic incident unfolded at Club Oasis in Clay County, where one woman lost her life and 12 others sustained injuries in a mass shooting over the weekend. The shooting occurred during the early hours of Sunday. Law enforcement officials responding to the scene discovered a 20-year-old woman deceased, while the remaining victims suffered varying degrees of injuries. Reports indicated that one individual was shot in the face during the incident. …

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Mass Shooting Tragedy Unfolds at Club Oasis in Mississippi, Sparking Gun Control Debate

West Point, Mississippi – In the early hours of Sunday at Club Oasis, a tragic mass shooting unfolded, claiming the life of a 20-year-old woman and leaving up to 12 others injured, with wounds ranging from minor to severe. The incident, which occurred during a party drawing attendees mainly from other counties, has raised concerns about security measures and gun control as the shooter remains at large, fleeing the scene after the chaos ensued. Clay …

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Shooter at Large After 1 Killed & 12 Injured in Mississippi Club Shooting Incident

Jackson, Mississippi – A shooting incident at a club in Mississippi left 1 dead and 12 injured, with the shooter still at large. The tragic event unfolded late last night, shocking the community and sparking fears for residents’ safety as the perpetrator remains unidentified and on the run. Law enforcement authorities are currently investigating the scene and gathering information to apprehend the suspect responsible for the senseless violence. The club where the shooting took place …

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