Panola County sheriff warns of jury-duty warrant phone scam
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Prentiss County Sheriff’s Office investigates burglary at district shed
The Prentiss County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an Oct. 10 burglary at a district shed and seeks tips about the suspect and work truck.
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The Prentiss County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a burglary at a district shed and seeks information about the incident.
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