CRIME & SAFETY
Texas man arrested for murder of elderly couple in Meridian
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTVA) — A Texas man is accused of murdering an elderly couple in Meridian. Meridian Police identified the man as Maurice Christie, 29, of San Antonio. He faces two counts of capital murder for the deaths of Miles Herrington, 97, and Ina Herrington, 94. Authorities found them...
Initial hearing held for suspect in Meridian double homicide
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - Maurice Christie, 29, was charged with 2 counts of capital murder, as well as 3 counts of possession of controlled substances. Christie was denied bond at his initial hearing Tuesday in Meridian and has waived his preliminary hearing on all five charges. He will be jailed to await possible indictment by the next grand jury.
Man arrested for murder, other charges in Meridian
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - Jason Jarrod Bobo has been arrested by the Lauderdale County Sheriff’s Department. Bobo is being charged with murder, aggravated assault, and conspiracy. No bond has been set. This case is being handled by the Meridian Police Department and is an old indictment made by the...
MPD announces arrest in double-homicide
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - UPDATE: The Meridian Police Department Criminal Investigation Division and Gang Unit has announced the arrest of a suspect for the double homicide of Miles and Ina Herrington. A press conference is tentatively scheduled for Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. Earlier:. Meridian Police said Monday detectives continue working...
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