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Monday, August 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 11th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Brandon Police Department is investigating a Sunday shooting (Aug. 10, 3:34 p.m.) at the 500 block of Luckney Road that injured 41-year-old Eddie Wooten and sent him to a local hospital; detectives ask anyone with details to call if they saw the incident (potential reward up to $2,500). WLBT News
- ➤ On Aug. 1, police responded to a shooting at a Shell gas station on Robinson Street—where the victim, Shawn L. Crenshaw, died from multiple gunshot wounds—and on Aug. 8, officers charged suspect Corey McLaughlin with his murder. FOX 40
- ➤ Jackson Police Department and Central Mississippi Crime Stoppers asked residents for help in solving a murder cold case after officers responded to a crash on the Interstate 20 West ramp near Ellis Avenue on Aug. 10 where Sentrell Kelly, driving a maroon Buick Roadmaster, suffered fatal gunshot wounds—tips that lead to an arrest may earn up to $17,500 in rewards. FOX 40
- ➤ Homes in the area of Dorgan Street and Belvedere Drive were damaged after a shooting occurred overnight—Jackson Police are investigating the incident that happened early on Sunday morning. FOX 40
- ➤ Brandon Police are investigating a shooting on the 500 block of Luckney Road where 41-year-old Eddie Wooten was injured and taken by a private vehicle to a local hospital—detectives are asking anyone with information to contact the Investigations Division at 601-825-7225. WAPT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Mississippi author Lauren Cate Leake builds a nationwide reader base by signing events at local stores like Ridgeland Barnes & Noble and using social media to promote her fantasy romance books—she values even small gatherings in rural areas for their impact on her success. Her third novel will be available before the end of the year—she looks forward to new projects and reaching more fans across the country. FOX 40
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Jackson State University welcomed freshmen and transfer students for dorm move-in on Saturday as alumni provided bottled water to support the new students. Classes will begin on August 18th. FOX 40
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