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Deputies rescue dog after tree crushes car in Natchez

Deputies in Natchez rescued a dog trapped after a tree crushed a car, law enforcement officials said.

The incident occurred in Natchez, a city on the Mississippi River known for its historic districts. Local deputies frequently respond to a range of emergencies, including vehicle crashes and animal rescues, and are often the first on scene to provide aid and coordinate with other responders.

Animal rescues by police and sheriff’s offices underscore the broader public safety role that law enforcement plays in many communities. Fallen trees can create dangerous conditions for motorists and residents, and agencies often work with animal control and veterinary services when pets are injured or trapped.

Details about the condition of the dog, the cause of the tree fall and whether any people were injured were not available. We will provide more information as it becomes available.

Jon Myers

Jon Ross Myers founded Mississippi News Group in 2013. Before founding the organization, he worked at The Daily Mississippian, The Marion Salute and The Southern Sentinel. A Mississippi journalist and writer based in Ripley, he received second place in poetry in the 2025 William Faulkner Literary Competition for "The Garden."