Texarkana Gazette

Former Mississipp­i sheriff dies of cancer

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JACKSON, Miss. — A former sheriff and longtime police officer in Mississipp­i has died of cancer.

In a statement on Twitter, the Hinds County Sheriff's Office acknowledg­ed the passing Friday of former Sheriff Victor Mason, who had been fighting prostate cancer. He was 64.

“We are deeply saddened to hear of the recent passing of former Hinds County Sheriff Victor Mason. Our prayers and condolence­s are extended to his family and friends during this difficult time. May you all have peace and understand­ing. We are thankful for his service,” the sheriff's office said.

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