Home Invasion in Rankin County Leads to Suspect Arrest Following Standoff
I still can’t shake the image of that night in Rankin County. Imagine waking up to pounding on your front door, only to realize someone you don’t know is trying to break in. That’s exactly what happened at the Alpine Mobile Home Park on September 6, when Charles Beretta Lovorn Jr. allegedly forced his way into a home, fired a handgun, and sparked a tense standoff with law enforcement.
If you live around here—or anywhere, really—this story hits close to home. It’s a stark reminder that home invasions can happen at any hour, and how quickly ordinary nights can turn dangerous. In this article, I want to walk you through exactly what happened, how law enforcement handled the standoff, and what you can do to protect yourself.
By the end, you’ll have a clear timeline, understand the risks, and gain practical tips to keep your home—and your peace of mind—safe.
Timeline of Events
Let me take you through that tense night step by step. Around 11:30 p.m. on Saturday, September 6, the calm of Alpine Mobile Home Park was shattered. According to WAPT, the homeowner woke up to Charles Beretta Lovorn Jr. pounding on her front door…