Police report that the man wanted in connection with the attempted murder of a woman in Natchez is now in custody. Kadiyah Isaiah Mosby, age 33, turned himself in on Tuesday, one day after the incident. He was wanted on charges of attempted murder and felon in possession of a firearm. According to Natchez Police Chief Lee Best, Mosby is accused of shooting 51-year-old Danielle Johnson twice on Pelican Court just after 7 p.m. Monday. No information has been released regarding her condition.
With heavy rain expected, Louisiana officials are urging drivers to use caution on the roads. The Department of Transportation and Development warns that flash flooding can occur quickly during severe downpours. The state will update road conditions through the 511 app, but officials note that flooding can occur before it appears on the system. Drivers are advised to avoid any roadway that appears washed out and to turn around rather than attempt to drive through standing water.
The Mississippi Department of Public Safety has announced that all Driver’s Service Bureau locations statewide will be temporarily closed today. The closure is to allow staff to participate in annual training and the General Assembly. Normal operations are expected to resume tomorrow.
In North Louisiana, the Caldwell Parish School Board has told state lawmakers it cannot support Governor Jeff Landry’s proposal to redirect $168 million from public school operations to fund a $2,000 stipend for teachers. Board leaders say rising costs, including an $800,000 increase in insurance and health expenses since 2016, make the plan unaffordable for the district. Some lawmakers, including Alexandria Senator Jay Luneau, have indicated they intend to support the proposal, noting that additional assistance may be needed for certain districts. The plan requires approval from two-thirds of state legislators, with ballots due by 5 p.m. on June 23.
The Mississippi River at Natchez Valley is at 33.02 feet and falling.