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Jackson County man arrested after bizarre crime spree

Submitted by Mike Brown, Area man

Thursday, March 14th, 2013, 1:03pm

Jackson County man arrested after bizarre crime spree

Scottsboro, AL (WAFF) - A man from Hollywood is in the Jackson County Jail, facing theft and robbery charges after a pair of bizarre incidents in Stevenson and Woodville on Tuesday.

According to deputies, 30 year old Jason Freeman was a passenger in a car travelling on Highway 117 when he suddenly grabbed the steering wheel, attacked the driver, and demanded that the driver pull over. Freeman took the driver's keys and cell phone, then drove him to a cemetery in Long Island, where he forced the victim out. Freeman then drove off, leaving the driver behind with minor injuries.

A few hours later, the victim found his car outside a home on County Road 214 in Woodville. Around the same time, the homeowner called deputies to report an unwelcomed guest at the home. That guest was Jason Freeman. Woodville Police and Jackson County deputies rushed to the scene, but Freeman fled into the woods.

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Authorities search for missing Jackson Co. teen

Submitted by Lonnie Liebner, Community Web Producer

Wednesday, March 13th, 2013, 6:41pm

Authorities search for missing Jackson Co. teen

The following Information is being released at the request of Parents of Jordan Talley

Name: Jordan Talley
Height: 5'08"
Weight: 150 lbs
Hair: Blonde
Eyes: Hazel

Reported to Jackson County Sheriff's Office as missing/runaway from Mud Creek area on Monday March 11, 2013

Talley may be in a 1988 Monte Carlo Maroon in color bearing Alabama Tag 39A75Y7

Talley has connection in the Bridgeport, Al. and Whitwell, TN areas.

Anyone having information on the whereabouts of Jordan Talley please contact the Jackson County Sheriff's Office (256) 574-2610.

Press Release from Jackson County Sheriff's Office

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Second man arrested in connection with dog fighting ring

Submitted by WAFF Web Staff

Wednesday, March 13th, 2013, 6:07pm

James Allen (Source: Jackson County Sheriff's Office)

JACKSON COUNTY, AL (WAFF)- Jackson County deputies arrested a second man in connection with a dog fighting ring.

Investigators took 32-year-old James Lopaze Allen into custody on Wednesday.

He is accused of being involved in a major operation uncovered in Hollywood last weekend.

Several animals were recovered, including a few with serious injuries.

Investigators said they spent six months looking into the case before the busts.

Another suspect, 61-year-old Richard Humphrey is free on bond.

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Judge denies Jackson Co. murderer's new trial request

Submitted by WAFF Web Staff

Tuesday, March 12th, 2013, 6:21pm

JACKSON COUNTY, AL (WAFF)- A Jackson County man who killed his girlfriend will not get a new trial.

The judge ruled against Michael Bunch's request Tuesday afternoon.

Bunch killed Lisa Harper and dumped her body in Marshall County.

He will serve life in prison, but he is now taking his appeal to the state court.

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Jackson Co. man faces charges for dog fighting ring

Submitted by WAFF Web Staff

Monday, March 11th, 2013, 5:53pm

Investigators found several dogs injured on County Rd. 36.

HOLLYWOOD, AL (WAFF)- Investigators seized several dogs in an illegal dog fighting operation in Jackson County.

Law enforcement agencies executed two search warrants in the city of Hollywood Friday. Officials said the investigation began last year and several complaints had been received regarding the dog fighting.

Investigators served a search warrant at a home on Humphrey Lane and other property on County Road 36.

Police found several dogs they said were used for fighting.

Investigators said they found items used to train dogs and treat their wounds along with a stolen 4-wheeler that had a leash tied to it to make the dogs run.

Investigators seized 10 Pit Bulls on County Road 36 property. Most of them had injuries and one dog suffered a broken leg.

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When to take baby for first dental visit

Submitted by WAFF Web Staff

Monday, March 11th, 2013, 4:37pm

How old the child is for that first checkup is important.

DECATUR, AL (WAFF)- Rebekah McLaughlin is a pro when it comes to bringing her three children in for a dental visit. Each child will eventually have their own, individual oral health care needs. This concerned mom knows how important dental checkups can be.

"I hope that I can teach my children how to brush their teeth, how to floss, and I'm thankful for a dentist that teaches them how to do that so that we can catch issues before they get bigger," McLaughlin said.

How old the child is for that first checkup is also important, according to pediatric dentist, Dr. Marc Masterson.

"The American Academy about 10 years ago launched the biggest campaign for a first visit that they ever have," he said, "and the campaign was called Dental Home by Age One."

This can be very early, depending on when the child's teeth actually come in.

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