Jackson County Sheriff’s deputy recognized for years of service
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department is recognizing one deputy for their years of service. Deputy Eddie Mackie has been serving the community for…
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Jackson County Sheriff’s Department welcomes new deputy
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Sheriff's Department is welcoming a new officer into their ranks. Deputy Forrest Sherrod recently graduated from the Harrison County Law Enforcement Training…
Jackson County Sheriff Deputy earns distinguished law enforcement officer award
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- One Jackson County deputy is being recognized for his work. Deputy Dennis McDuffie has been given the Distinguished Law Enforcement Officer Award…
Mississippi State Medical Examiner’s Office completes Nolan Wells’ autopsy
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi State Medical Examiner’s Office has completed the autopsy of Nolan Wells, officials told NBC News. Officials told NBC News that the report has been sent to the Jackson County Sheriff's Department. However, the results…
Family of Nolan Wells, attorney demand full, transparent investigation into the Ocean Springs teen's death
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV) -The family of Nolan Wells is demanding a full and transparent investigation into the death of their 18-year-old son. On Friday, the family’s attorney, Ben Crump, and National Action Network President Rev.…
Jackson County Sheriff’s Department searching for missing 18‑Year‑Old last seen on Horn Island
Jackson County, Miss (WXXV) - The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department is searching for a missing person, identified as Nolan Xavier Wells. Nolan is described as an 18‑year‑old Black male, approximately 6 feet 1 inch tall and weighing around 180 pounds.…
Lawsuit filed against two local sheriff’s departments in 2023 death
A lawsuit has been filed against the Jackson County and George County sheriff’s departments relating to a 2023 death. Michael Roy Carney died the morning of May 3rd, 2023 during an incident that happened at the intersection of Broome School…
Moss Point Police Thank Assisting Agencies After Missing Child Safely Recovered
MOSS POINT, Miss (WXXV) - The Moss Point Police Department is expressing sincere gratitude to multiple assisting agencies following the safe recovery of a six-year-old child who wandered away from his residence on Valley Street. Police Chief Dennis Stevenson thanked…
Community honors Deputy Jimerson during funeral procession
Following Deputy Jimerson’s funeral, a large procession took place across Harrison and Jackson counties. South Mississippian’s gathered Friday afternoon to honor the life and legacy of Jackson County Sheriff’s…
Funeral arrangements for Jackson County deputy killed in line of duty
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) -- Bradford O'Keefe Funeral Homes released service details for Jackson County Deputy, Michael "Mike" Jimerson, who was killed while responding to a disturbance in St. Martin on Wednesday night. The funeral service for Jimerson will be held…
Jackson County Sheriff’s Department welcomes new members to the force
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office welcomed two new deputies to their ranks. Deputy Willa Lawrence III and Brayden Mitchell both graduated from…
Jackson County Sheriff’s Dept. hosting Coffee with a Deputy
The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department is inviting the public to Coffee with a Deputy on November 6. The event takes place at Big Daddy’s Café and Deli…
Jackson County Sheriff’s Department hosting food drive
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department announced they will be hosting a ‘Cram the Cruiser’ food drive this weekend. All items donated will go towards Jackson County…
Jackson County Deputy Joshua Brashears laid to rest
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Family, friends, coworkers, and the community gathered for the funeral service of Jackson County Sheriff’s Deputy Joshua Brashers early Wednesday. A large funeral procession…
Jackson County Sheriff’s Dept. providing additional police protection for Moss Point
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department will provide additional police protection for the city of Moss Point. This follows a wave of…
Donations for ‘Santa wears a Badge’
The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department taking to social media last week to announce a generous donation from a local school. Crossroads Elementary in Gulfport donated almost 200 bicycle helmets to…
Jackson County Sheriff's Department honors officer killed in the line of duty
Ocean Springs, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Sheriff's Department honored the fallen with an annual ceremony Thursday. Officers spent the afternoon at Bellande Cemetery in Ocean…
Jackson County Sheriff’s Department warning of scam
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Sheriff Department is warning residents of a scam going around. Scammers are calling residents and demanding personal information or requesting money. These…
Jackson County Sheriff's Department hands out toys for Santa Wears a Badge toy drive
The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department was out distributing toys from their Santa Wears a Badge Toy Drive. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren was at the Jackson County Fair Grounds with more.
Santa Wears a Badge honoring fallen George County deputy
Every year the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department host a toy drive around the holidays to make sure Christmas is special for everyone but this year it means more.…
Scam alert from Jackson County Sheriff’s Department
The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department wants to alert the public to a scam going around. Jackson County residents are receiving calls to send bail money, donations for a charity, and medical bills for a family member. Be aware of these…
Sheriff’s Department warns of homecoming pranks escalating to felonies
A homecoming prank is under investigation by the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department after it escalated from toilet paper to vandalism. Up to four juveniles could be charged with felony…
Suspects wanted for property theft in Jackson County
The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department is asking for help finding two suspects in a burglary, accused of stealing over $35,000 worth of property. The burglary happened in Vancleave.…
Retired Jackson County deputy dies from ALS
Jackson County Sheriff’s Department said goodbye to a former deputy today. Retired Deputy John Burkes died this morning after a battle with ALS. Burkes worked for the Gautier Police…