Meridian Police Department
Media Release
Reporting period: June 16, 2025, 6:00 AM – June 17, 2025, 6:00 AM
Meridian Police Department was requested to respond to 87 calls for service.
Incidents Reported:
Robbery
At 7:28 PM on June 16, 2025, Meridian Police responded to an armed robbery in the 2800 block of 8th Street.
The victim stated he was threatened with a gun and cash was taken. The case is currently under investigation.
Commercial Burglary
At 8:04 AM on June 16, 2025, Meridian Police responded to a commercial burglary in the 4800 block of 29th Avenue.
Entry was gained through a door.
Church Burglary
There were no church burglaries reported.
Stolen Vehicles
There were no stolen vehicles reported.
Auto Burglary
At 10:59 PM on June 16, 2025, Meridian Police responded to an auto burglary in the 1400 block of 47th Avenue.
Entry was gained through a door.
Residential Burglary
- At 9:17 AM on June 16, 2025, Meridian Police responded to a residential burglary in the 3700 block of 42nd Street.
Entry was gained through a door. - At 12:13 PM on June 16, 2025, Meridian Police responded to a residential burglary in the 1400 block of 26th Avenue.
Entry was gained through a door.
Shootings
Meridian Police responded to 1 shots fired call and when Officers arrived on scene, evidence was found to support the calls.
At 10:22 PM on June 16, 2025, Meridian Police responded to a shooting in the 2100 block of 14th Street.
One victim was struck by gunfire. The case is currently under investigation.
Arrests:
| Date | Name | YOB | Address | Charge(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/16/2025 | CHRISTOPHER B YARBROUGH | 2005 | 327 54TH AVE MERIDIAN, MS | SIMPLE ASSAULT THREAT, STALKING |
| 6/16/2025 | BRIAN K BALTZELL | 1987 | 3275 MT VIEW PL MERIDIAN, MS | DUI |
