Mississippi News

Vigil canceled after funeral for Mississippi boy slain in officer-involved shooting

Officials confirmed that a vigil scheduled for Saturday in Sardis, Mississippi, was canceled after the funeral service for Kohen Wiley. Wiley, 1 year old, was killed nearly two weeks ago in an officer-involved shooting outside a Walmart in Senatobia.

The funeral service took place at Hosanna Family Worship Center, where family, friends, and supporters gathered to remember Wiley with prayers and music. The incident has prompted ongoing calls for transparency and justice from the community and Wiley’s loved ones.

Details surrounding the shooting remain under investigation, and authorities have not released additional information about the circumstances or the officers involved. The community continues to seek answers and accountability regarding the toddler’s death.

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Jon Ross Myers

Jon Ross Myers is the executive editor and publisher of the Mississippi News Network, Mississippi's largest digital only media company. He can be reached at editor@tippahnews.com

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