Meridian Police Department
Daily Media Release
Reporting Period: July 16, 2026 (6:00 AM) – July 17, 2026 (6:00 AM)
Meridian Police patrols were dispatched to 1 shots fired call during this reporting period. Upon arriving on the scene, officers conducted a thorough check, but no physical or ballistic evidence was located to support the call.
Arrests & Bookings Log
| Date | Name | YOB | Address | Charge(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/16/2026 | MELODY S POTTER | 1972 | 2525 34TH AVE MERIDIAN, MS |
SHOPLIFTING |
| 7/16/2026 | JOE A GRIFFIN | 1959 | 4009 5TH ST MERIDIAN, MS |
SHOPLIFTING |
| 7/16/2026 | KEEN L YOUNG | 1998 | 301 63RD PL APT 24 MERIDIAN, MS |
POSSESSION OF PARAPHERNALIA |
| 7/16/2026 | CHELCEE R VARNADO | 1989 | 4261 BLUE TOP RD MERIDIAN, MS |
SHOPLIFTING |
Robbery
None Reported
None Reported
Commercial Burglary
None Reported
None Reported
Church Burglary
None Reported
None Reported
Residential Burglary
None Reported
None Reported
Auto Burglary
None Reported
None Reported
Stolen Vehicles
None Reported
None Reported
Official Public Information Notice
This document serves as an official media release. All information provided is preliminary and subject to change as investigations proceed. Any individuals mentioned in this report are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law
