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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 …

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, …

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. …

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 …

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 …

Shooting Tragedy: 1 Dead, 12 Injured in Mississippi Incident, Reports ANI News

Jackson, Mississippi – A shooting incident in Jackson, Mississippi left one person dead and 12 others injured. The incident took place in the early hours of the morning, shocking the local community and prompting an investigation by authorities. Law enforcement officials reported that the shooting occurred in a residential area, leading to multiple injuries. Emergency services responded quickly to the scene, transporting the injured individuals to nearby hospitals for urgent medical treatment. The identity of …

Mississippi Mother Arrested for Allegedly Murdering Son & Hiding Body Behind Fake Wall

Gulfport, Mississippi – A woman convicted of murder in 1995 has been arrested again, this time for allegedly killing her son and hiding his body behind a false wall. Jerri Lynn Isreal, 66, was charged with first-degree murder by the Gulfport Police Department in connection with the death of her son, John Allen Gaither. The investigation began when officers responded to a missing person report at Isreal’s home on 16th Avenue on December 22, 2023. …

Mississippi Woman Arrested for Murdering Son, Hiding Body in Container Behind False Wall

GULFPORT, Miss. – A 66-year-old woman was arrested for the alleged murder of her son, whose body was found hidden in a container behind a false wall in Gulfport, Mississippi. Jerri Lynn Isreal was charged with first-degree murder after a weeks-long investigation that began when calls about a possible missing person were received on Dec. 22. Throughout the investigation, authorities noted discrepancies in Isreal’s statements, and she became uncooperative, changing her story multiple times. Isreal’s …

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 …

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 …