A Mississippi police officer who shot and killed 1-year-old Kohen Wiley resigned, Senatobia’s mayor confirmed Friday. The shooting occurred outside a Walmart in June after officers approached a moving car while responding to an alleged shoplifting incident. The Mississippi attorney general’s office had determined the use of force was justified.
WHO:The Mississippi police officer, identified as Foster, resigned.
WHAT:Foster resigned after fatally shooting 1-year-old Kohen Wiley.
WHEN:Oct 23, 2026
WHERE:Senatobia, USA
WHY:The resignation followed the fatal shooting; no reason for Foster’s resignation was reported.
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