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🕵️ The Investigation: The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's assistance in locating a suspect connected to the death of 59-year-old Albert Kenneth Knight. The incident occurred on May 26, in an alleyway near the intersection of Poplar Street and Second Street in Macon.

Crime

Video Shows Suspect In Death of 59-Year-Old Man Who Died From Head Wound in Macon Alleyway

by Thom ChandlerJune 1, 2024June 1, 2024

The Gist: The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal accident involving a bicyclist that occurred Thursday afternoon.

Bicyclist Found Dead in Backyard of Macon Home

by Thom ChandlerMay 30, 2024May 30, 2024

Police lights by night

Crime

Update: Man Who Died from Severe Head Wound in Macon Alleyway Identified

by Thom ChandlerMay 28, 2024May 28, 2024

The Gist: The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating the death of a 59-year-old white male found in an alleyway near the intersection of Poplar Street and Second Street in downtown Macon, Georgia. The call came into the Macon-Bibb County E-911 Center at 11:47 a.m. on Sunday.

Crime

Man Found Dead from Severe Head Wound in Downtown Macon Alleyway

by Thom ChandlerMay 26, 2024May 26, 2024

First Quality Baby Products’ expansion will create 600 news jobs.

First Quality Baby Products Invests $418 Million Into Macon Expansion

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceMay 23, 2024May 23, 2024

🚧 The Gist: Nightly lane closures and ongoing construction activities will continue next week as part of the I-16/I-75 Interchange Improvement Project in Macon-Bibb.

Traffic & Transportation

What’s Next for The I-16/I-75 Interchange in Macon?

by Thom ChandlerMay 18, 2024May 18, 2024

high contrast image of a crime scene

Crime

Two Suspects Arrested in Fatal Shooting of 17-year-old Outside Macon Planet Fitness

by Thom ChandlerMay 3, 2024May 3, 2024

The Details: The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a deadly incident that unfolded just before 2 a.m. in the lower parking lot of Planet Fitness, located on the 100 block of Tom Hill Sr. Blvd. Responding to reports of a large fight, deputies arrived on the scene to find Sha’quvas Dean, a 17-year-old local, suffering from a gunshot wound. Dean was quickly transported to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead by Coroner Ronnie Miley. The victim's family has been notified of the tragedy.

Crime

17-Year-Old Shot and Killed Outside Planet Fitness in Macon

by Thom ChandlerApril 27, 2024April 27, 2024

The Gist: Late Friday night, a 29-year-old man was found dead from gunshot wounds on Fair Street in Macon, prompting an investigation by the Bibb County Sheriff's Office.

Crime

Police Investigate Another Fatal Shooting in Macon

by Thom ChandlerApril 20, 2024April 20, 2024

Traffic jam

Traffic & Transportation

Construction Worker Dead After His Vehicle Collided With a Bridge on I-475 in Macon

by Thom ChandlerApril 19, 2024April 19, 2024

🚨 The Details: Bibb County Sheriff's deputies were called to a duplex on the 1900 block of Cedar Avenue shortly before 9:30 p.m. following reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, they discovered Gregory William Thomas, 36, with gunshot wounds.

Crime

Fatal Shooting in Bibb County Under Investigation After Porch Gathering Turns Deadly

by Thom ChandlerApril 15, 2024April 15, 2024

In the early hours of Wednesday, Macon, Georgia, became the focus of three separate death investigations by the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, following incidents reported in quick succession across different locations within the city.

Crime

A Deadly Night in Macon: 3 Shootings and 3 Deaths

by Thom ChandlerApril 10, 2024April 10, 2024

The Gist: A man was found dead from a gunshot wound behind a residence on Andrews Drive in Bibb County, early Tuesday morning.

Crime

Man Found Shot to Death Behind Bibb County Home

by Thom ChandlerApril 9, 2024April 9, 2024

The Gist: A fatal traffic accident occurred at the intersection of Eisenhower Parkway and Second Street in Macon, resulting in one death and three critically injured.

Traffic & Transportation

Tragic Early Morning Crash in Macon: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerApril 5, 2024April 5, 2024

👶 The Details: The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, in partnership with the Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office, Atlanta Fire Rescue, and the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety, is stepping up to enhance child safety on the road. On April 6, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., a special event will be held at the Macon Mall for child safety seat inspections. The initiative aims not only to inspect but also to replace worn, expired, or damaged car seats to ensure the highest safety standards for the youngest members of your family.

News You Can Use

Secure Your Precious Cargo: Bibb County’s Car Seat Inspection Event

by Thom ChandlerMarch 30, 2024March 30, 2024

🚨 The Gist: A shooting at a Motel 6 on Riverside Parkway prompts a swift response from Bibb County deputies, leaving two men hospitalized but stable.

Crime

Shooting at Motel 6 in Macon: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerMarch 29, 2024March 29, 2024

🚓 The Details: According to the Bibb County Sheriff's office, on Monday evening at about 5:39 p.m., a call was made to the Macon-Bibb E-911 Center regarding a severe accident involving a motorcyclist and a BMW X3.

Traffic & Transportation

Fatal Collision on Columbus Road Claims of Macon Motorcyclist

by Thom ChandlerMarch 26, 2024March 26, 2024

🔒 Overview: Macon-Bibb County mayoral candidate Shekita Maxwell faces charges after a dispute at an apartment complex.

Macon-Bibb Mayoral Candidate Charged with Battery and Obstruction

by Thom ChandlerMarch 19, 2024March 19, 2024

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