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Family of 1-year-old killed by police at a Walmart in Mississippi wants video released
By Russ Bynum, Associated Press at KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
A Mississippi family whose 1-year-old child was killed when police fired into a moving vehicle said Monday they want authorities to release video showing whether officers were in danger of being struck when one of them opened fire.The shooting has sparked outrage in the small city of Senatobia, w...
Key takeaway The shooting has sparked outrage in the small city of Senatobia, w...
Why this matters in Magnolia News
The shooting of a 1-year-old child by police in a Mississippi Walmart parking lot raises concerns about officer training and de-escalation techniques, issues that are also relevant in Montgomery County, where Magnolia is located. As the investigation unfolds, local residents may wonder how their own law enforcement agencies approach similar situations. The demand for video release in this case highlights the importance of transparency in policing, a principle that applies equally in Magnolia and throughout the Houston area. The fact that the child's family and civil rights attorney Ben Crump are pushing for the release of body camera and security footage suggests that they believe the video may contradict the official account of the shooting. This case may prompt local officials to review their own policies on releasing video evidence in officer-involved shootings, and to consider how they can build trust with the community through transparency and accountability.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A Mississippi family whose 1-year-old child was killed when police fired into a moving vehicle said Monday they want authorities to release video showing whether officers were in danger of being struck when one of them opened fire.The shooting has sparked outrage in the small city of Senatobia, w...
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