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Georgia, United States · Georgia(The Center Square) — Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp signed a series of bills aimed at growing the state’s workforce, including measures aimed at making it easier for Georgians to get occupational licenses and job training. “As our state continues to grow, measures like this will help us stay ahead of the curve and cut red tape,” Kemp said during a bill signing at the Jordan Vocational High School in Columbus. “…Make no mistake, we are not done yet,” t…See the Story
Georgia governor signs workforce development bills
Theft · GeorgiaAlbany Police and Postal Inspectors collaborated to crack down on a series of mail thefts plaguing the City of Albany since 2023. After a thorough investigation, culprits and stolen items were identified. On May 1, 2024, a search warrant executed at the residence of 22-year-old Marqavia Oliver led to the arrest of 23-year-old Trammell Harris, a prime suspect in the case. The search uncovered over 600 stolen checks, debit cards, and other docu…See the Story
Albany Mail Theft Ring Busted: Suspects Arrested, Over 600 Stolen Checks Recovered
Georgia, United States · GeorgiaOn Sunday, November 19, 2023, authorities responded to a welfare check in the 1000 block of Lawyers Lane. Upon arrival at approximately 4:56 p.m., Patrol Division officers made a grim discovery—a male body in a decomposed state in a bedroom. Deputy Coroner Dustin Harrelson pronounced the individual deceased at 6:34 p.m. The Violent Crimes Unit took charge of the investigation after it was determined that the deceased was Billy Haynes, the subjec…See the Story
Columbus Police Issues Alert: Son Sought in November 2023 Stabbing Death of Father
Athens, Georgia · AthensOn May 2, 2024, Desmontrez Mathis, a suspect in the fatal shooting of a three-year-old infant in Athens on March 8th, was arrested in Augusta, Georgia, following a multi-jurisdictional law enforcement operation. Mathis faces charges including Murder (Malice and Felony Murder), Aggravated Assault, and violation of the Georgia Street Gang Terrorism and Prevention Act. Additionally, he faces a federal charge for Unlawful Flight and is currently hel…See the Story
Arrest Made in Fatal Shooting of Infant, Suspect Charged in Multi-Jurisdictional Operation
Georgia, United States · GeorgiaOn Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at around 8:15 PM, a man broke into a home in Stockbridge, GA, where he sexually assaulted a female resident at gunpoint. After the assault, the suspect took the victim’s keys and a 2007 gray Lexus RX belonging to her, fleeing the scene. Authorities are seeking information about the suspect’s whereabouts. The Henry County Police Department has made the suspect’s identity public, but provided a couple of photos. If yo…See the Story
Man Breaks into Stockbridge Home, Rapes Woman
Georgia, United States · GeorgiaMichael Lydon Strong, 43, was found guilty of aggravated stalking and disorderly conduct by Cobb District Attorney Flynn D. Broady Jr., announced today. Superior Court Judge Jason D. Marbutt sentenced Strong to 10 years in prison. The case stemmed from incidents dating back to September 21, 2020, when the victim and her 13-year-old son sought a protection order against Strong, who was the victim’s live-in boyfriend at the time. Testimony reveale…See the Story
Man Found Guilty of Stalking Woman in Cobb County, Receives 10-Year Prison Sentence
Georgia, United States · GeorgiaIn the early hours of the morning, Atlanta Police officers rushed to 2790 Middleton Rd NW in West Atlanta following reports of shots fired. Residents in connected units recounted terrifying moments as gunfire pierced through their apartments, causing damage to multiple units. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. Eyewitnesses described a white vehicle entering the apartment complex, from which a tall, thin male wearing a hooded sweatshirt and …See the Story
Shots Fired at Atlanta Apartment Complex
Georgia, United States · GeorgiaOn May 1st, 2024, at around 7:02 PM, Atlanta police officers were called to 173 Judy Lane SW in Browns Mill Park regarding a shooting. When they arrived, they found a 16-year-old boy with a gunshot wound. He was unresponsive and was pronounced dead at the scene by medical personnel. The Homicide Unit is investigating the incident, but details are still being determined.See the Story