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A Marietta woman was killed in an apparent murder-suicide at her Research Drive home Saturday morning, according to Cobb County Police.

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Murder-Suicide in Marietta Home Claims Two Lives

by B.T. ClarkJune 10, 2025June 10, 2025

Gwinnett County Police are urging potential victims to come forward after an 18-year-old was jailed on charges of crimes against a child last month.

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Gwinnett Teen Accused of Crimes Against a Child May Have Had Access to More Kids

by B.T. ClarkJune 10, 2025June 10, 2025

Later that same day, the pair struck again at La Escondida on Singleton Road. During this robbery, a clerk had her baby in a stroller with her when the armed suspects demanded money.

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Norcross Robbery Suspects Held Clerk at Gunpoint While Baby Was in Store

by B.T. ClarkJune 9, 2025June 9, 2025

The Sandersville Police Department responded to reports of a shooting at the apartment complex, Chief Victor K. Cuyler said in a statement. The victim was taken to the hospital and remains in stable condition.

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Shooting in Sandersville: What We Know

by B.T. ClarkJune 7, 2025June 7, 2025

Two security breaches at Fulton County jails this week show how easily contraband reaches inmates. Deputies found drugs, phones, and McDonald's burgers after smugglers cut holes in prison fences.

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Drugs, Cell Phones, and McDonald’s Burgers Smuggled Into Fulton County Jail

by B.T. ClarkJune 6, 2025June 6, 2025

A 16-month-old child died from a suspected methadone overdose early Tuesday morning at his Augusta home, according to a Richmond County Sheriff's Office incident report.

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16-Month-Old Georgia Child Dies From Methadone Overdose: What We Know

by B.T. ClarkJune 6, 2025June 6, 2025

A Georgia man who spent more than two decades in prison for a murder he didn't commit has filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against Floyd County and several law enforcement officials, alleging they fabricated evidence and concealed crucial information that could have proven his innocence.

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Falsely Accused Georgia Man Sues Floyd County After Spending 22 Years in Prison

by B.T. ClarkJune 6, 2025June 6, 2025

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Georgia Vice Principal Faces Child Porn Charges

by B.T. ClarkJune 5, 2025June 5, 2025

A 22-year-old man died after a fight involving multiple inmates at the Bibb County jail left five people injured, according to investigators.

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Inmate Dies After Fight At Bibb County Jail Injures Five

by B.T. ClarkJune 4, 2025

A 76-year-old man was found dead in his Morgan County bedroom Saturday night, and deputies say the scene showed signs of a violent struggle. His wife was later arrested on charges that include elder abuse and concealing a death.

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Georgia Woman Charged With Elder Abuse in Death of 76-Year-Old Husband

by Crime ReportsJune 4, 2025June 4, 2025

Gwinnett County Police arrested 19 people for shoplifting during a two-day retail theft operation on May 29 and 30 at the Mall of Georgia in Buford.

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19 Arrested in Shoplifting Crackdown at Mall of Georgia

by B.T. ClarkJune 4, 2025

A Guyton City Councilman is accused of using taxpayer money for personal purchases, and now he’s facing five felony charges. Residents say they want answers.

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Guyton City Councilman Faces Felony Fraud Charges: What We Know

by B.T. ClarkJune 3, 2025June 3, 2025

Climax Mayor Joseph Kelly was arrested Saturday, May 31, on two counts of child molestation. His wife, Natalie Kelly, is charged with two counts of second-degree cruelty to children. Both were taken into custody by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation following a request from the Decatur County Sheriff’s Office.

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Climax Mayor and Wife Arrested in Child Sex Abuse Case

by B.T. ClarkJune 3, 2025June 3, 2025

A 16-year-old boy is recovering from gunshot wounds after violence erupted in Augusta's Harrisburg neighborhood Sunday evening, prompting a temporary public safety alert for the area.

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Update: Teen Shot and Five Others Detained in Augusta Gunfire Exchange

by B.T. ClarkJune 2, 2025

Law enforcement officials are responding to shootings in the Harrisburg area of Augusta involving teenagers. Some of the young people involved are in custody, while authorities are still searching for others.

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Teens Open Fire in Augusta: What We Know

by B.T. ClarkJune 1, 2025June 1, 2025

A Columbia County Fire Department employee faces two rape charges in separate cases involving different victims, according to the Richmond County Sheriff's Office.

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Georgia Firefighter Arrested For Rape

by B.T. ClarkMay 30, 2025May 30, 2025

An elderly man was found dead in his Marietta home early Tuesday morning, leading to the arrest of a 62-year-old woman on charges of neglect of an elderly person.

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Woman Charged in Death of Elderly Man at Marietta Home

by B.T. ClarkMay 29, 2025May 29, 2025

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