Seventeen-year-old Emelia Martinez has been missing from Stone Mountain for 10 months since December 13, 2023. She is described as 5’6″ and 135 pounds with black hair and brown eyes. Authorities continue to seek public assistance in finding her, urging anyone with information to contact relevant organizations.
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Have You Seen Missing 71-Year-Old Gwinnett Woman Marie Alabre?
The Gwinnett County Police Department is asking the community for help in locating 71-year-old Marie Alabre, who was reported missing by her family on October 12. Just the Facts: Marie Alabre’s family called 911 on October 12, reporting her as missing after she failed to return home. According to the family, Marie left her home […]
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Shooter and Father Indicted in Apalachee High School Shooting
A Barrow County grand jury has indicted 14-year-old Colt Gray and his father Colin Gray for a shooting at Apalachee High School, resulting in four deaths and numerous injuries. Colt faces 55 charges including murder, while Colin has 29 counts, linked to the firearm’s purchase as a gift. Arraignment is set for November 21.
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Missing Dog in Candler County
The Candler County Sheriff’s Office has issued an alert for a missing dog named Belle, last seen near the intersection of MLK Drive and Lillian Street on October 16, 2024. The sheriff’s office is asking the community to keep an eye out for Belle and to report any sightings. Those who may have seen Belle […]
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Shooting of John Robert Smith Jr. by VA Officer in DeKalb County Declared Justified
DeKalb County District Attorney Sherry Boston has deemed the shooting of Army veteran John Robert Smith Jr. by VA police at the Atlanta VA Medical Center justified. Smith, experiencing suicidal thoughts, threatened staff with a knife, leading to the officer firing 13 shots. The use of force was considered legally justified.
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A Race Against Time: How Northside Elementary Staff Rescued a Student from Cardiac Arrest
On September 19, Northside Elementary staff successfully revived a student who went into cardiac arrest upon arrival at school. Nurse Ashley Washington and teacher Emily Brockway provided critical rescue breathing and CPR, utilizing an AED, restoring the student’s pulse by 7:58 a.m. Their actions were officially recognized by the Coweta County Board of Education.
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America’s Longest-Serving Sheriff Enters Hospice at Age 92
Cullen Talton, Houston County Sheriff for nearly 52 years, has entered hospice care, marking the end of an era in Georgia law enforcement. Talton, 92, is the longest-serving sheriff in the United States, and his health decline was announced at the Georgia Sheriff’s Association’s annual luncheon. 🕰️ Why It Matters: Talton’s decades of service reflect […]
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Georgia Ranks 2nd in Number of Robocalls
Georgia ranks second in the U.S. for robocalls, enduring over 3.3 billion in 2024, averaging 307 calls per person. This widespread issue affects residents of all ages, causing annoyance and financial losses due to scams. Efforts to combat robocalls include using call filtering and the National Do Not Call Registry.