
JACKSON, MS (WLBT) - Canton's police chief confirms that a 5-year-old child has been sexually assaulted. The assault took place early Sunday morning at a Canton apartment complex.
Canton Police Chief Vickie McNeill says they do have a person of interest and that U.S. Marshals are involved in this case.
The 5-year-old girl was taken to UMC and treated for injuries.
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