Marion County Sheriff's Office - Mississippi

09/15/2026

⚠️ TRAFFIC ALERT – FOXWORTH ⚠️

The traffic light at Highway 98 & Highway 587 in Foxworth is currently out.

🛑 When a traffic light is completely out, treat the intersection as a FOUR-WAY STOP.

Come to a complete stop, yield to vehicles that arrived before you, and make sure the intersection is clear before proceeding.

Please slow down, pay attention, and use extra caution when traveling through the area.

09/12/2026

We were honored to be invited and attend the 9/11 remembrance program hosted by the Law and Public Safety class at the Marion County Carl Loftin Career and Technology Center to honor first responders and to remember the lives that were lost on than tragic day. Thank you to the student and staff, the program was a success!

09/11/2026

Congratulations to Marion County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Chris Rogers, who was presented with the Valor of Service Award during the annual Marion County and Columbia Emergency Services 9/11 Memorial Walk.

Deputy Rogers has dedicated his life to serving others. In addition to his service with the Marion County Sheriff’s Office, he is a retired U.S. Army veteran who served our country for 21 years and also serves his community as a firefighter.

We also congratulate Marion County Dispatcher Autumn Williamson, who was presented with the Heart of Service Award. Autumn is one of the dedicated voices behind the radio and on the other end of your 911 call. Dispatchers are often the first point of contact during an emergency, working behind the scenes to get help where it is needed and supporting our first responders in the field.

As we recognize Deputy Rogers and Dispatcher Williamson for their dedication to serving Marion County, we also remember and honor all those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001—including 343 firefighters, 72 law enforcement officers, and 8 EMS personnel, along with the thousands of civilians whose lives were taken that day.

We will never forget their courage, sacrifice, and service.

Congratulations to Deputy Chris Rogers and Dispatcher Autumn Williamson on these well-deserved honors, and thank you both for your continued service to Marion County.

09/09/2026

The parking lot of the shopping center at the intersection of Sumrall Road and Walter Payton Drive was the scene of a shooting Tuesday afternoon that sent one individual to the hospital. The Columbia Police Department reported that the shooting was an isolated incident.

09/08/2026

‼️‼️ROADWAY BACK OPEN‼️‼️

⚠️ TRAFFIC ALERT – HWY. 13 NORTH BLOCKED ⚠️

Hwy. 13 North is currently blocked in BOTH lanes of travel near Expose Road due to a truck and trailer being stuck in the roadway.

Motorists should use the following alternate routes:

➡️ Southbound traffic: Use Old Hwy. 13 North as an alternate route.

➡️ Northbound traffic: Use Expose Road to Ratliff Loop as an alternate route.

Please avoid the area if possible and use caution while traveling these alternate routes.

We will provide an update once the roadway has been cleared and reopened.

09/07/2026

The Marion County Sheriff’s Office extends our deepest condolences, thoughts, and prayers to the family, friends, and fellow officers of this fallen hero.

We mourn alongside their department and community during this difficult time and honor the sacrifice made in service to others.

May God bring comfort, strength, and peace to all those affected.

🖤💙 Rest easy, hero. Your service and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

09/07/2026

09/02/2026

🚨 TORNADO SIREN SYSTEM TEST 🚨

Marion County Emergency Management will conduct routine testing of the county’s tornado siren alert system at approximately 9:00 a.m. Residents may hear outdoor warning sirens sounding briefly in various areas.

THIS IS ONLY A TEST NO ACTION IS REQUIRED.

This testing helps ensure the system is operating properly and ready when needed. Remember, outdoor warning sirens are designed primarily to alert people who are outside. Always have multiple ways to receive emergency alerts.

08/30/2026

PRESS RELEASE

‼️‼️ALL SUSPECTS IN CUSTODY FOLLOWING SHOOTING IN BETHEL CHURCH COMMUNITY‼️‼️

At approximately 1:20 p.m. today, the Marion County Sheriff’s Office responded to multiple 911 calls reporting a shooting in the Bethel Church community near Sims Lane.

Following the reported shooting, the suspects fled the area in a vehicle before wrecking. Four individuals then fled the scene on foot.

One suspect was taken into custody shortly afterward near the intersection of Bethel Church Road and Crawley Road. Deputies continued searching the area, and two additional suspects were taken into custody on Bethel Church Road near Windham Road.

One remaining suspect fled on foot into a heavily wooded area, prompting deputies to continue an extensive search of the surrounding area. During the search, Marion County Dispatch received a 911 call reporting a male subject walking through a backyard on Miller Road. Deputies immediately responded to the area and subsequently located and took the final suspect into custody on Robbins Wilks Road.

All four suspects are now in custody, and there is no longer an active search for suspects related to this incident.

The Marion County Sheriff’s Office would like to thank the Columbia Police Department for its assistance during this incident, as well as the other departments and agencies that responded or were en route to assist with the search.

We would also like to thank the residents of the Bethel Church community and surrounding areas who remained vigilant, reported suspicious activity, and cooperated with law enforcement throughout the search. The information provided by members of the public assisted law enforcement during the search for the suspects.

This remains an active and ongoing investigation. Additional information regarding the shooting, the individuals involved, and any applicable charges will be released at a later date as the investigation progresses.