MERIDIAN, Miss. (Queen City Newsfeed) – The vehicle believed to be involved in a hit-and-run accident that resulted in the death of a local business owner has been recovered by Meridian police, Acting Captain Dareall Thompson confirmed. The vehicle is currently being processed for evidence.
Authorities are still searching for William Joe Garrett, identified as a suspect in the fatal incident that occurred on Thursday, Oct. 22, off King Road. The accident claimed the life of 79-year-old John Culpepper, a partner at Culpepper & Culpepper accounting.
“Anyone who is hiding him (Garrett) will face charges as well,” Thompson warned.
Meridian police are urging anyone with information regarding Garrett’s whereabouts to come forward. Individuals can reach Acting Captain Dareall Thompson at 769-298-5111 or contact the Meridian Police Department at (601) 485-1893. Anonymous tips can also be submitted to Crimestoppers at 855 485 8477.
The investigation remains active as police seek to bring those responsible to justice.
