Four Charged in Mississippi Boy’s Murder, Including Three Teens

BATESVILLE, MS – The shooting death of 13-year-old Kazarius Gardner has left the community in shock, as police arrested four suspects, including three teenagers, in connection with the crime. The youngest suspect is only 15 years old, and authorities suggest that additional arrests are likely as the investigation progresses. Kazarius was sitting in a vehicle with his mother and others when gunfire erupted, fatally wounding him. Officials believe the attack was gang-related and that Kazarius …

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Mississippi Woman Killed in Desperate Escape Attempt from Abductor, Ex-Boyfriend Faces Murder Charges

CANTON, MS – In a chilling episode of domestic violence that turned fatal, a Mississippi woman lost her life attempting to flee her ex-boyfriend, who had allegedly abducted her. Glynis Jackson, a 31-year-old pregnant mother of three, succumbed to her injuries after jumping from a moving vehicle on Interstate 55, around 40 miles north of Canton in Holmes County. Jackson’s ordeal began in the early hours of January 27 when authorities say she was forcibly …

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Mississippi Courthouse Tragedy: Woman Charged with Murder Moments After Divorce Finalized

Poplarville, Mississippi — A tragic incident unfolded outside the Lenoir Rowell Criminal Justice Center when a newly divorced woman allegedly shot and killed her ex-husband, moments after their divorce was finalized. Tanya Saucier, 49, is now facing murder charges after the shooting that took place on Tuesday, which resulted in the death of 62-year-old James Ray Saucier. Authorities report that the accused, a U.S. Army veteran, was taken into custody immediately at the scene. She …

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Tragic End Outside Mississippi Courthouse: Woman Allegedly Kills Husband Moments After Divorce Finalization

POPLARVILLE, MS — In a tragic development that has rocked the small town of Poplarville, Mississippi, a woman was arrested for the alleged murder of her husband immediately following the finalization of their divorce. The incident occurred Tuesday in the parking lot of the Lenoir Rowell Criminal Justice Center, propelling discussions on court security and interpersonal violence into the spotlight. Authorities identified the suspect as 49-year-old Tanya Saucier, who reportedly shot her husband, James Ray …

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Mississippi Babysitter Sentenced to Life for Murder of Toddler, Gets Additional 40 Years for Abusing Infant Sister

CORINTH, MS – In a deeply unsettling case of violence against children, a Mississippi babysitter has been handed a life sentence without the possibility of parole after pleading guilty to the murder of a 2-year-old boy and the abuse of his infant sister. The sentencing, which took place in Corinth, a town located around 100 miles east of Memphis, Tennessee, also saw the perpetrator receiving an additional 40 years for the abuses she levied against …

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Elderly Woman’s Capital Murder Suspect Accused of Subway Robbery in Mississippi

WILKINSON CO., Miss. – Authorities are on the hunt for Sammy Patrick, the suspect wanted for the murder of an elderly woman in Forest. The Scott County Sheriff’s Office has identified Patrick as the alleged perpetrator of this heinous crime, which took place in the 3000 block of Old Jackson Road. Furthermore, he is wanted on charges of capital murder. In a new development, the Scott County Sheriff’s Office reported that Patrick was spotted robbing …

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Mississippi Siblings Sentenced for Murder-for-Hire Plot Against Stepfather in Life Insurance Scheme

PARCHMAN, MS — A Mississippi brother and sister have been sentenced to federal prison for their roles in a murder-for-hire plot against their stepfather, motivated by the lure of a hefty life insurance payout, authorities said. Joshua Druid Bryan, 29, and Regan Emily Bryan, 30, engaged in a sinister scheme to eliminate their stepfather. Joshua received a 120-month sentence after his conviction last December, while Regan was sentenced to 65 months following a guilty plea …

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Mississippi Mother Arrested After Alleged Suicide Pact Results in Daughter’s Critical Condition

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. – A Mississippi mother is now facing serious allegations after a distressing event that occurred in early July in which her daughter, aged 10, attempted suicide. Brittney Leigh Hensley, 37, is accused of encouraging her young daughter to consume a lethal dose of pills as part of a suicide pact, a plan that tragically saw only the child following through. The incident came to light when emergency responders were summoned to a …

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Mississippi Woman Sentenced to 20 Years After Fatally Shooting Boyfriend Post-Argument

Oxford, MS — A Mississippi woman received a 20-year sentence for the killing of her boyfriend, an act preceded by a heated text exchange and ensuing threat. The shooting occurred as the boyfriend was returning home with a meal for her and her children. Judge Gray Tollison sentenced 31-year-old Alexandria M. Griste following a three-day trial that ended in her conviction for imperfect self-defense manslaughter. The decision came after just three hours of jury deliberation …

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DEADLY: Woman Shot, Killed, and Set on Fire in Forest, Mississippi

FOREST, Miss. – Authorities in Scott County, Mississippi, are investigating a gruesome crime after a woman was shot, killed, and set on fire. The incident occurred on Saturday afternoon along the 3000 block of Old Jackson Road. Deputies discovered the victim at the scene, where she had been both shot and set on fire. As of now, the name of the victim has not been released and no suspects have been identified. The Scott County …

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