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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 KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 22, 2026
· 3 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 Kohen Wiley was riding with his mother and another woman in a Walmart parking lot on June 14 when police responded to a shoplifting call.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The tragic incident in Mississippi raises questions about police protocols and transparency in use-of-force cases, issues that also resonate in Alamo Heights and the broader San Antonio area. As the investigation unfolds, local residents may wonder how their own law enforcement agencies approach similar situations, such as responding to shoplifting calls or interacting with moving vehicles. The call for video release in the Mississippi case highlights the importance of accountability and trust between law enforcement and the communities they serve. In Alamo Heights, where public safety is a top concern, residents will be watching to see how their own police department approaches transparency and community engagement, particularly in cases involving use of force. The city's residents may also be interested in knowing more about the training and protocols in place for local officers to ensure that such incidents are handled with the utmost care and caution.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 3 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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