MHP: 6 Killed, over 5,000 Citations Given over Holiday Weekend

MHP: 6 killed, over 5,000 citations given over holiday weekend

JACKSON — The Memorial Day travel period brought more than 5,000 citations and six deaths on state highways.

MHP says 6 die in holiday wrecks

MHP says 6 die in holiday wrecks MattWilliamson Thu, 05/29/2025 - 08:45 AM A Memorial Day chain reaction wreck on Interstate 55 involving five vehicles resulted in no major injuries, according to the Mississippi Highway Patrol. Read more about MHP says 6 die in holiday wrecks Read more about MHP says 6 die in holiday wrecks334 views

MHP Reports Six Deaths in Memorial Day Weekend Crashes Across Mississippi - Darkhorse Press

The Mississippi Highway Patrol (MHP) concluded the 2025 Memorial Day Holiday Travel Period on Monday, May 26th, at midnight. The enforcement period began on Friday, May 23rd, at 6:00 p.m. The Mississippi Highway Patrol issued a total of 5,857 citations, made 73 arrests for impaired driving, and cited 592 motorists for occupant restraint violations. MHP also investigated 137 crashes resulting in 39 injuries, with five fatal crashes and six deaths…