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Georgia Sheriff’s Office Posts Hilarious Message After Wanted Man Trolls Facebook Page

by Crime ReportsJune 18, 2025June 18, 2025

The Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office posted a snarky and pointed message to a man wanted for parole violation who posted comments on their facebook page. As you know, sheriff’s departments often have the best sense of humor on social media and this was no exception. Here’s what they had to say. John, Buddy… We Gotta […]

A late-night stroll through downtown Savannah took an unexpected turn when a man decided the ground needed shooting, but wound up hitting his female companion instead.
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Woman Injured After Savannah Sidewalk Shooter Discovers Basic Physics

by B.T. ClarkMarch 20, 2025March 20, 2025
A homeowner in Lawrenceville got an unwelcome surprise when they confronted a stranger who had helped himself to a shower in their basement before taking off with several items.
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Man Breaks Into Gwinnett County Home, Showers and Splits With Keys

by B.T. ClarkMarch 4, 2025March 4, 2025
A Warner Robins man is facing a long list of charges after police say he stole an ambulance and took it for a joyride— at high speeds, through neighborhoods, and ultimately into a ditch.
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Georgia Man Steals Ambulance

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 12, 2025February 12, 2025
Candler County residents are getting a friendly but firm reminder from the Sheriff’s Office: return those road signs.
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Georgia Sheriff Shares Hilarious Message About Stealing Road Signs

by B.T. ClarkDecember 7, 2024December 7, 2024
You’d think getting arrested once for stealing cars at Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson Airport might be enough to learn a lesson. But for one persistent thief, it seems history has a habit of repeating itself— badly.
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‘Uhh Yes, That’s Me:’ Repeat Airport Auto-Theft Suspect Caught Again

by B.T. ClarkNovember 27, 2024November 27, 2024
High-angle view of a toilet flushing with swirling water and bubbles, showcasing cleanliness.
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Brown Friday: The Day Georgia’s Pipes Work Overtime

by B.T. ClarkNovember 24, 2024November 24, 2024
• Distracted driving remains a serious issue, with cellphones and rushing being major culprits.
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Distracted Drivers Collide with Marietta Police Cars

by B.T. ClarkNovember 16, 2024November 16, 2024
On October 17, a Stephens County resident was cited for illegally possessing a female wolf kept as a pet. The wolf was captured and transferred to a permitted facility. Georgia's strict laws prohibit owning wild animals like wolves due to public safety concerns and the potential for disease spread.
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Georgia Resident Fined For Keeping a Wolf as a Pet

by Thom ChandlerOctober 19, 2024October 19, 2024
In the wilds of southeast Georgia, nature recently served up a curious spectacle, courtesy of the notoriously voracious eastern indigo snake.
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Georgia Snake Bites Off More Than it Can Chew

by Thom ChandlerAugust 29, 2024August 29, 2024
Turns out, Bankston has been busy in his retirement years. He was linked to two other bank robberies in Brookhaven and Chamblee.
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71-Year-Old Serial Bank Robber Captured in Dunwoody

by Thom ChandlerJuly 31, 2024July 31, 2024
Ever dreamed of owning your very own police car? Now's your chance. The City of Blakely is auctioning off a 2011 Ford Crown Victoria, complete with all the charm and quirks you'd expect from a vehicle that has served in law enforcement.
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Want to Own a Police Car? Now’s Your Chance, But Time is Running Out

by Thom ChandlerMay 30, 2024May 30, 2024
In an event that might redefine petty theft, the Albany Police Department finds itself in the unusual position of seeking assistance to catch a Valentine's Day bandit. Yes, you read that right. It seems Cupid's arrow has missed its mark, leading one individual down a path not of love, but of larceny.
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Swipe Left for Larceny: Albany Police Hunt Down Valentine’s Day Basket Snatcher

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 13, 2024
In what might be filed under "criminal irony," Gwinnett County Police have nabbed a suspect for a crime that reads like a lesson in how not to stay under the radar. After a vehicle break-in on January 12 in Lawrenceville, the thief decided to use the stolen credit card not for a quiet night out or a shopping spree, but to pay for his probation fees.
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Georgia Man Uses Stolen Credit Card to Pay Probation Fees

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 2, 2024February 2, 2024
🏠 The Gist: In a startling incident, a man was found dead in a chimney in Bibb County, leading to an investigation by local authorities.
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A Body Was Found in A Chimney in Bibb County

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 20, 2024January 20, 2024
The Waffle House Wannabe: In Riverdale, a cunning caper unfolded at a local Waffle House, where a woman with a flair for the dramatic decided to take role-playing to a new level. She donned the iconic Waffle House hat and seamlessly blended in as an employee. After a brief two-hour "shift," she made a grand exit, not with waffles, but with a fistful of cash from the register. Talk about taking the term "short-order cook" literally.
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Only in Georgia: A Waffle House Wannabe, a Thrift Store Shocker, and Other Odd News

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 5, 2024
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Georgia Man Severely Burned While Opening a Bag of Potato Chips with A Lighter

by Kelly PostJanuary 4, 2024January 4, 2024
The user acknowledged that deep cleaning your holiday tree was an 'unpopular opinion.'
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Viral Trend of Washing Your Christmas Tree Sparks Major Debate Online

by Lizzy BuczakDecember 8, 2023December 8, 2023

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