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Police said victim and suspect knew each other
Authorities in Lauderdale County are investigating a shooting that occurred Friday night when three men forced their way into a resident’s home in the 1200 block of Lost Horse Road in Meridian, and the homeowner shot and killed one of the suspects.
The resident, who authorities did not name, said about 11:15 p.m., Sept. 17, he called 911 after seeing three men standing in his house. The resident said there was a brief confrontation and he then fired a 20-gauge shotgun at one of the men, Trent Aaron Walker, hitting him in the chest.
Walker, 18, died of his injuries.
One suspect fled the scene, while another remained and was arrested when authorities arrived.
Authorities said the resident and the three suspects all knew each other and there was an ongoing confrontation between them prior to the shooting.
A grand jury is reviewing the evidence in the case and will determine if charges will be filed against the resident.
Fire that killed Drew woman under investigation
The State Fire Marshall and local authorities in Drew are still trying to determine how a fire started in a residence that didn’t have any electricity. Authorities said Sharon Weeks died in the house on Sept. 13, her 43rd birthday, and her boyfriend sustained substantial burns to his face and cuts to his arm.
Weeks was found dead in the home by officials and her boyfriend was able to make it out of the residence on his own. He was reportedly treated for his injuries.
The Sunflower County Sheriff’s Department is also investigating the fire.
Greenville mayor appointed to EPA Board
Greenville’s mayor, Heather Hudson, has been appointed to a two-year term on the board of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Serving on the agency’s local government advisory committee, Hudson will represent mayors on the committee, and they in turn will provide advice and recommendations to the administrator of the EPA.
“This is an honor to serve on such an important committee and represent the interests of small Mississippi Delta communities like Greenville,” Hudson told WABG.
WABG said the committee plays an integral role in developing stronger partnerships with local governments and delivering environmental services and programs.
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