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Josiah Williams

Case from Meridian, MS dated Aug 07, 2025

Victim Details

Josiah Williams

Male

Black / African American

Meridian

MS

2025-08-07

2

Josiah

Williams

07/06/2026

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In the late summer of 2025, a tragedy unfolded in Meridian, Mississippi, cutting short the life of a bright and joyful toddler. Two-year-old Josiah Williams, a male child full of laughter, died on Monday, August 7, 2025, from a gunshot wound. The incident prompted an extensive and thorough investigation by the Meridian Police Department, leading to the arrest of two individuals in early September.

On August 7, police were called to a residence near 38th Avenue and 44th Street following re ...
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  • Meridian Star: Toddler dies after Thursday shooting - Meridian Star
  • Two arrested in August shooting death of Meridian toddler
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    I've been following this tragic case closely and can't shake the deep sadness I feel for Josiah's fa... ...Read More
    10/03/2025
    Has anyone else been following the case of little Josiah Williams in Meridian, MS? It's so difficult... ...Read More
    09/14/2025
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