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News in English (USA) / 03.09.2026 / 20:00

Police Chief Fired in Mississippi After Controversial Shooting and Racist Texts

In a significant development in Senatobia, Mississippi, the police chief has been dismissed following intense scrutiny and backlash over alleged racist text messages as well as the fatal shooting of a 1-year-old boy, Kohen Wiley, by an officer. The city leadership has taken decisive action amidst calls for his removal, appointing an interim police chief to lead the department during this challenging period. Activists in the community have expressed support for this change, viewing it as a necessary step towards accountability and healing in the wake of recent events.
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