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Illegal drugs found at Whitfield mental hospital, sparking K-9 sweeps, roadblocks

Mississippi Today

Aug 22, 2026

Multiple bags of illegal drugs and contraband were found last week at the Mississippi State Hospital in Whitfield. The discovery prompted K-9 units to descend on the hospital and l…

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Illegal drugs found at Whitfield mental hospital, sparking K-9 sweeps, roadblocks

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