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Kidnapping and Sexual Battery Suspect Arrested

Gulfport police arrested 32-year-old Joshua Dallas for allegedly kidnapping and sexually assault his ex-girlfriend. Investigators say Dallas and the victim were arguing over the phone, when Dallas arrived at the Magnolia State apartment complex. They then fought and choked the…

Gulfport Man Arrested for Sexual Battery of a Minor

On May 20, 2016, the Gulfport Police Department arrested 23 –year-old Dominique Montez Macon, of Gulfport, on the charges of Burglary of a Residence and Sexual Battery of a Minor. Macon’s arrest was the result of a complaint initiated by…

Ocean Springs Students Facing Sexual Assault Charges

Two Ocean Springs High School students are facing sexual assault charges. The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department says the assault happened on campus. A female student disclosed to a teacher that she had been sexually assaulted by two male students the…

Shrimp Bandits Wanted in Biloxi

On May 13, 2016, Biloxi Police Officers responded to 679 Beach Boulevard in reference to a Grand Larceny complaint. The Victim reported that between 2313 and 2330 hours, during the previous night (05/12/16), two suspects stole two large ice chests…

Waffle House Shooting Suspect Indictment

The case moves forward for the man suspected of shooting a Waffle House employee to death last November in Biloxi. According to our media partner the Sun Herald, a Harrison County grand jury indicted former Biloxi firefighter, 45-year-old Johnny Mount,…

Former Biloxi Priest Indicted on Abuse

A man who once served as a priest in the Biloxi Catholic Diocese has admitted to abusing his position of trust and acting inappropriately with a minor. According to our media partner the Sun Herald, Jose Vazquez Morales in now…

Six Arrested for Kidnapping and Robbery in Wiggins

Six people are behind bars this afternoon after police say they kidnapped and robbed to tourists in Wiggins late Wednesday night. The victims reported they drove down a road and were approached at an intersection when masked males jumped out…

New Details in Shooting of Gulfport Postal Worker

Shocking new details are being reported in the recent murder of a 60-year-old postal worker in Gulfport. According to our media partner the Sun Herald, the 19-year-old suspect accused of shooting 63-year-old Aaron Wilson Wade said he was called to…

Who Killed Mark Burgess?

It dates back to 1991, a man killed in cold blood on his way home in Pascagoula. Fast forward to 2016, the murder remains a mystery with no arrest made in the murder of Mark Burgess. News 25’s Shelby Myers…

Gautier Police Arrest Robbery Suspects

The Gautier Police Department has arrested and charged three people following an armed robbery and burglary investigation. 18 year old Brydarius Thomas has been charged with 2 count of armed robbery and 1 count of burglary, 17 year old Jordan…

UPDATE: Coroner Releases Identity of Gulfport Death

The Gulfport Police Department responded to the 8000 block of 34th Avenue at 10:34 a.m. on Sunday. When officers arrived, they found a deceased, adult male. Harrison County Coroner, Gary Hargrove, identified the victim as 63-year-old, Aaron Wilson of Gulfport.…

Hit and Run Arrest

A man is in custody after a bizarre hit and run last Friday in Gulfport. Shawn Moffet of Hattiesburg faces charges of carjacking and leaving the scene of an accident which caused multiple accidents. Moffet got out of his car…

Felony Charge of Sexual Battery

A man accused of sexually assaulting a family member over a number of years in Saucier was arrested after police say he moved to Kentucky. Steve Granger of Milton, Kentucky was arrested yesterday on a felony charge of sexual battery.…

Harrison County Man Charged with Sexual Battery of Teen

A Gulfport man has been arrested and charged with the sexual battery of a 16-year-old girl. Harrison County Sheriff Troy Peterson says 37-year-old Antonio Jenkins was arrested yesterday. The 16-year-old victim says she was assaulted three times while visiting the suspect’s home.…

Rounding up Crime in Gulfport

Several people are behind bars tonight as the police department continues to address the criminal subculture in Gulfport. News 25’s Kristen Durand hit the streets with some of those officers as they rounded up some criminals. The criminal subculture in…

Quick Action Leads to Arrest During Home Invasion

Quick actions by two Pass Christian homeowners led to the arrest of a man who broke into their home over the weekend. On Saturday night, deputies responded to a burglary in progress call on Kiln Delisle Road. When they arrived,…

Gulfport Police Seek Information in Drive-by Shooting

The Gulfport Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating the suspects involved in a drive-by shooting early this morning. At 1:30 a.m., Gulfport police responded to a reported shooting. When officials arrived, the investigators determined that suspects in…

Erratic Driver Causes Multiple Wrecks in Gulfport

A traffic nightmare in Gulfport today as multiple car accidents backed traffic up. This was all caused by a man that police say was driving erratically on the road. About 2:45 this afternoon, police were called to Highway 49 and…

Gulfport Aggravated Assault

A 16-year-old is facing aggravated assault charges after yesterday’s gunfire in a Gulfport neighborhood. Shots rang out around 12:30 in the 2600 block of George Street. When police arrived, they located a teenage male victim who told police he was…

School Burglary in Jackson County

Investigators with the Jackson County Sheriff's Department are investigating a break in that occurred early this morning at the St. Martin Elementary School located at 16308 Lemoyne Blvd, Biloxi, MS. Deputies were called to the school at 6:55 after school…

Bay St. Louis Man Sentenced 40 Years for Sex Offenses

A Bay St. Louis man is sentenced to 40 years in prison for multiple sex offenses against children. District Attorney Joel Smith announced today that 27-year-old Matthew Timothy Davis of Bay St. Louis pleaded guilty this week to exploitation of…

Gunfire this Afternoon in Gulfport

Gulfport police are investigating a shooting on west George Street. Juveniles are involved. No injuries have been reported. We will have more details as they become available. [mappress mapid="2772"]

Biloxi Burglary Suspect Arrested

On 21 April 2016, The Biloxi Police Department arrested 25 year old Marshall Ray Williams on charges of burglary of a dwelling and felony eluding. The arrest for burglary stems from an investigation into a residential burglary that occurred in…