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In the late 1970s, the community of Leland, Mississippi, was shaken by the tragic death of one of its own, Police Officer Donnie Gene Kelley. A dedicated officer with four years of service to the Leland Police Department, Kelley's life was cut short at the age of 28. His death stemmed from a violent encounter that unfolded during a routine traffic stop, a grim reminder of the dangers faced by those who wear the badge.

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Victim Details

Donnie Kelley

Male

Leland

MS

1977-09-20

28

Donnie

Kelley

12/10/2025