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On October 18, a thief stole a $600 massage chair from a Stockbridge home. The suspect, a white male around 5’10” with long hair, escaped in a white box truck. Authorities are seeking information about the incident, urging residents to report any tips to Detective T. Mears or local dispatch.

Crime

Porch Pirate Pilfers Pricey Package in Stockbridge Heist

by Thom ChandlerNovember 1, 2024November 1, 2024

The Atlanta Police Department is seeking assistance to identify a young, non-verbal male child, approximately 3 to 4 years old, found alone on Halloween night. The Special Victims Unit is investigating, and anyone with information about the child or his family is urged to contact authorities through various channels.

Young Child Found Alone on Halloween in Atlanta

by Thom ChandlerNovember 1, 2024November 1, 2024

The Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office is searching for 17-year-old Christy Mitchell, who was reported missing on October 31. Last seen around 9 p.m. near Sam Nelson Road, she is described as a white female with dyed reddish-brown hair. Authorities request public assistance to find her and urge anyone with information to call 911.

17-Year Old Cherokee Teen Goes Missing on Halloween

by Thom ChandlerNovember 1, 2024November 1, 2024

On Halloween night, police in Columbus arrested 28-year-old Dejahn Glenn for the murder of Sekedra McCoy, who was shot on October 30, 2024, in East Canty Homes. Glenn faces charges of murder and firearm possession during the crime, with his arrest occurring on October 31, 2024.

Crime

Columbus Police Arrest Suspect in Murder of Sekedra McCoy

by Thom ChandlerNovember 1, 2024November 1, 2024

A cold front is bringing cloudier weather and cooler temperatures to the state. Expect highs in the lower 70s in the north and 80s in the south, with gusty winds up to 30 mph anticipated. The weekend will see pleasant conditions, while Election Day remains mostly dry. Rain chances increase late next week.

Georgia Weather: Post-Halloween Cold Front Sweeps State

by Thom ChandlerNovember 1, 2024November 1, 2024

Brown Bear Plush Toy On Bed

Crime

Georgia 17-Year-Old Arrested After Being Found Hiding Under a 12-Year-Old Girl’s Bed

by Thom ChandlerOctober 31, 2024October 31, 2024

These suspects, wanted on felony charges, remain at large as authorities ask the public for any information that may lead to their capture.

Crime

Here Are The Suspects Wanted in Richmond County This Week

by Thom ChandlerOctober 31, 2024October 31, 2024

Fulton County drivers are already seeing Halloween-related traffic issues, as two right lanes on I-20 West at Martin Luther King Jr. Drive were blocked just around 1 p.m. due to a crash. Authorities report that the blocked lanes are causing significant delays in an already busy area.

Traffic & Transportation

Halloween Traffic Delays Begin Early in Fulton County

by Thom ChandlerOctober 31, 2024October 31, 2024

Brown black and white piglet playing in enclosure

Crime

Bird Flu Was Found in a Pig For The First Time

by Thom ChandlerOctober 31, 2024October 31, 2024

An investigation is ongoing in Augusta after deputies found a man dead on Lumpkin Road, showing signs of blunt force trauma. The body was discovered on October 31, 2024, at 7:15 a.m. The sheriff's office has not yet released the man's identity, and more updates are expected.

Crime

Man Found Dead on Lumpkin Road in Augusta

by Thom ChandlerOctober 31, 2024October 31, 2024

A fatal crash on Powers Ferry Road in Cobb County resulted in one death and one hospitalization. A 2010 Toyota Camry veered into oncoming traffic, left the road, and hit a tree. Authorities seek information from witnesses to aid the investigation. Victims' names have not been released.

Traffic & Transportation

Fatal Crash on Powers Ferry Road Leaves Marietta Resident Dead

by Thom ChandlerOctober 31, 2024October 31, 2024

Five individuals, including four teenagers and one adult, have been charged in the death of 16-year-old Darion Davis in Pearson, Georgia. Davis succumbed to injuries from a group assault. Charges include malice murder and aggravated assault. The investigation continues, and an autopsy is pending to confirm the cause of death.

Crime

Five Arrested in Connection with Beating Death of 16-Year-Old Darion Davis in Georgia

by Thom ChandlerOctober 30, 2024October 30, 2024

On Halloween in Georgia, expect patchy morning fog clearing before the afternoon warmth of around 77 degrees. Evening conditions will be mostly cloudy with a mild low of 61, perfect for trick-or-treating. No rain is anticipated, creating ideal weather for costumes without the need for extra layers or rain gear.

Halloween Trick or Treating Forecast for Georgia: Boo-tiful or Boo-ring?

by Thom ChandlerOctober 30, 2024October 30, 2024

As Halloween approaches, Georgia’s neighborhoods are bracing for an influx of children out trick-or-treating, with increased foot traffic expected from Oct. 29 to November 1. With eager little ghosts and goblins roaming the streets during Halloween festivities across the state, the Georgia Department of Transportation has issued a travel forecast and safety recommendations to help keep residents safe.

Traffic & Transportation

Traffic Projections For Halloween in Georgia Released

by Thom ChandlerOctober 30, 2024October 30, 2024

A Warner Robins man, Roriquez Davis, has been arrested and charged with the murder of 51-year-old Latrinda Williams, who was found shot in the head on October 21, 2024. Davis faces multiple charges, while Lamante Brown is also implicated. Police are seeking information from the community for the investigation.

Crime

Warner Robins Man Charged with Murder in Shooting Death of Latrinda Williams

by Thom ChandlerOctober 30, 2024October 30, 2024

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Crime

Street Racing Takeover Ends in Arrests and High-Speed Chase in Gwinnett

by Thom ChandlerOctober 30, 2024October 30, 2024

Male army soldier

40% of Georgia Military Families Are Struggling Financially

by Thom ChandlerOctober 30, 2024October 30, 2024

On October 29, 2024, Jay Berger, 70, opened fire during a confrontation at the Four Seasons Hotel in Atlanta, injuring a SWAT officer. After barricading himself, he exchanged gunfire with police before being shot and captured. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is now handling the investigation and potential charges against Berger.

Crime

70-Year-Old Man Arrested in Shooting at Four Seasons Hotel in Atlanta

by Thom ChandlerOctober 30, 2024

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