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The News: A Smyrna resident, Rowlando Hatter Jr., has been sentenced for his role in a $3.3 million multi-state COVID-19 unemployment insurance fraud scheme.

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Smyrna Man Sentenced in $3.3 Million COVID-19 Unemployment Fraud Scheme

by Thom ChandlerMarch 31, 2023March 31, 2023

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Woodstock Man Sentenced to 25 Years for Child Molestation and Rape

by Thom ChandlerMarch 30, 2023March 30, 2023

Police officers are often called to respond to dangerous and violent situations, and are issued service weapons to defend themselves and the public. More than 1,000 suspects are killed by law enforcement in the U.S. each year, and the majority of those killings are deemed to be justified by oversight officials.

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In Georgia 95% of police officers involved in the killing of a suspect are never disciplined

by Samuel Stebbins | 24/7 Wall St. via The Center SquareMarch 30, 2023March 30, 2023

The Gist: Alpharetta law enforcement officials have arrested five suspects and are seeking two more after a successful undercover operation targeting child predators. The operation was a joint effort between the Special Investigations Unit of the Alpharetta Department of Public Safety, Forsyth County Sheriff's Office, and the Fulton County District Attorney's Office.

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Alpharetta Police Nab Five in Child Exploitation Sting

by Thom ChandlerMarch 29, 2023September 24, 2023

The News: A man identified as Steven Blunt, 29, was shot and killed in a police shootout in Douglas County, following a report of a gunman at a Special Olympics event held at New Manchester High School. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is now involved in the case.

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School Gunman Report Leads to Police Shootout in Douglas County

by Crime ReportsMarch 29, 2023March 29, 2023

Georgia lawmakers have signed off on legislation allowing hospitals to start police departments using certified law enforcement officers, similar to the approach many colleges take.

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Do Georgia hospitals need their own police departments?

by T.A. DeFeo | The Center SquareMarch 29, 2023March 29, 2023

The Glynn County community has been shaken by the harrowing events involving 19-year-old Trenton Lehrkamp, who was left at the Southeast Georgia Health Center by three juveniles on Tuesday, March 21, after he was tortured and forced to consume large amounts of alcohol and controlled substances by a group of minors he thought were his friends.

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Glynn County community unites for justice for hospitalized teen Trenton Lehrkamp

by Thom ChandlerMarch 27, 2023March 27, 2023

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Rome police remind residents not to leave guns in their cars

by Thom ChandlerMarch 25, 2023March 25, 2023

The Gist: A man was found dead with multiple gunshot wounds in Lawrenceville early this morning. The Gwinnett County Police Department is investigating the case, and they are urging the public to share any relevant information.

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Police investigate fatal shooting in Lawrenceville

by Thom ChandlerMarch 25, 2023March 25, 2023

The News: A major break in a Decatur murder case from last year has led to the arrest of a 19-year-old suspect.

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Decatur Murder Suspect Arrested in Atlanta after Multi-Agency Manhunt

by Thom ChandlerMarch 24, 2023

A 23-year-old man was fatally shot in Marietta on March 22, and an arrest warrant has been issued for the suspect, who is an Ohio resident.

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Marietta man killed in fatal shooting. The suspect is still on the run

by Thom ChandlerMarch 24, 2023March 24, 2023

The News: A 16-year-old boy was fatally stabbed in the chest during an altercation in the parking lot of Waverly Points Apartments on Forest Hill Road, in Macon just after 2 p.m. Wednesday

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16-year-old stabbed outside Macon apartment complex

by Thom ChandlerMarch 22, 2023

The Gist: The South Fulton Police Department is warning parents and teens about the potential dangers and criminal charges related to the misuse of popular toy guns, known as Orbit Guns and Splatter Guns.

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When Fun Goes Too Far: South Fulton Police Tackle Toy Gun Dangers

by Thom ChandlerMarch 19, 2023March 19, 2023

TOCCOA -- Today marks the 9th anniversary of Montevious Flentall's unsolved murder, and investigators are asking for your help in finally bringing closure to his family and justice to those responsible for his death.

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Justice for Montevious Flentall: GBI Appeals for Public Assistance in 9-Year-Old Toccoa Murder Case

by Thom ChandlerMarch 18, 2023March 18, 2023

ALBANY -- The Albany Police Department is actively investigating a homicide that occurred in the 1500 block of Whiting Avenue.

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Fatal shooting leaves one dead in Albany

by Thom ChandlerMarch 18, 2023September 24, 2023

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Largest Heroin Bust in Cherokee County Leads to 45-Year Prison Sentence for Woodstock Man

by Thom ChandlerMarch 18, 2023March 18, 2023

The Gist: The GBI is investigating a police shooting in Carroll County, that resulted in a 76-year-old man was shot and killed.

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Dispute between neighbors ends in Georgia police shooting and killing a 76-year-old man

by Thom ChandlerMarch 15, 2023March 15, 2023

Roswell police officers responded to a call of a person shot at a home located in the 500 block of Wexford Hollow Run at about 5 p.m. on March 3. Upon arrival, officers found a 17-year-old boy who had been shot in the face.

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A Roswell teenager was shot in the face. Two other teens have been charged

by Thom ChandlerMarch 14, 2023March 14, 2023

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