OFFICE OF THE SHERIFF
BIBB COUNTY

DAVID J. DAVIS
CHIEF DEPUTY
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RUSSELL NELSON
CHIEF DEPUTY
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August 30, 2010

Age Correction

Please correct the age for Bernard Tyshawn Dean. The correct age is highlighted in red, he is 28 years old. I apologize for the inconvenience.

Sgt. Sean DeFoe

August 28, 2010

Robbery by Intimidation in south Bibb

Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a robbery this morning at the Underground amusements, located at 7209 Hawkinsville Road around 5:50 a.m. this morning. According to witnesses’ statements, two black male suspects approached 28 year old Travis Williams of Centerville, who just closed the business. Williams stated that one of the suspects asked, “Where’s it at?”, as the suspect grabbed his front pants pocket. Williams said that he pulled an undisclosed amount of money out of his pocket and threw it onto the ground, and then ran off. The suspects gathered the money and left in a faded light blue Isuzu Rodeo. No one was injured during this incident.

The description given to deputies was that the first suspect was a dark skinned black male, approximately 5 feet 9 inches, with a stocky build. He was wearing a blue and white shirt. The second suspect was a light skinned black male, approximately 5 feet 10 inches in height, with a slender build. He was wearing a button down shirt.

This incident is under investigation. Anyone with information in reference to this incident is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or the Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

August 28, 2010

Armed Robbery in east Bibb

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery that occurred at the Subway, located at 4831 Ocmulgee East Boulevard, around 11:34 p.m., Friday night. Two masked suspects entered the restaurant and both of the suspects brandished handguns. The suspects demanded that the clerks open the cash registers. The suspects took an undisclosed amount of cash from the registers, and then fled the store on foot. No one was injured during this incident.

One of the suspects is described as light skinned black male wearing a lime green ski mask that covered his face and head. This suspect was also wearing a dark colored long sleeve shirt, blue jean shorts and yellow shoes. He was around 6 feet 0 inches in height and weighed approximately 140 lbs. According to the witnesses, the subject’s legs had multiple scars.

The second suspect is described as a light skinned black male wearing a dark colored ski mask that covered his face and head. The suspect was also wearing a dark colored long sleeve shirt and blue jean shorts. He was around 5 feet 5 inches in height and weighed approximately 130 lbs.

Anyone with information in reference this incident is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

August 27, 2010

Corrections Deputies Injured During Altercation

Bibb County Deputies placed additional charges on two inmates after an altercation in the jail. On August 22, 2010, inmates Jeremy Taylor and Antwoin Roberson were let out of their cells to take showers. After the inmates finished taking their showers, they refused to return to their cells. Correction officers, Jeremy Haddock and Enos Curry went down to the cell block to escort the inmates back to their cells. As the inmates were being escorted back to their cells, inmate Roberson suddenly turned and punched Officer Curry in the face. Officer Curry and the inmate became involved in a physical altercation. Inmate Taylor attacked Haddock as Haddock was attempting to restrain Taylor. As a result of this assault, Officer Haddock sustained injuries to his face, nose, and jaw. Within a short time, other corrections officers arrived on the cell block and assisted in placing the inmates into isolation cells.

Officer Haddock was treated for a broken jaw, broken nose, and broken palate. Officer Curry was treated for a minor head injury and a slight injury to his hand.

Inmate Antwoin Roberson has been in jail since November 2009. He was originally in jail for the following charges: (2) counts of Armed Robbery, Car Jacking, and Probation Violation State Court. The charges of Aggravated Battery on a Corrections Officer and Battery on a Corrections Officer were added. He went to his first appearance hearing on Wednesday, August 25, 2010. The Magistrate judge bound the charges over to Superior Court. He remains in jail without bond.

Inmate Jeremy Taylor has been in the jail since November 2009. He was originally in jail for the following charges: Armed Robbery, Battery, and Probation Violation State Court. The charges of Aggravated Battery on a Corrections Officer and Battery on a Corrections Officer were added. He went to his first appearance hearing on Wednesday, August 25, 2010. The Magistrate judge bound the charges over to Superior Court. He remains in jail without bond.

August 27, 2010

Forsyth Man Arrested After His Truck Ends Up in the Lake

Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to Lake Tobosofkee yesterday evening shortly before 7:00p.m. to assist the Tobosofkee Rangers after receiving a report that a vehicle was driven into the lake, at Clay Stone Beach located at 6600 Moseley Dixon Road.

Accord to the Tobosofkee Ranger’s report, Henry Charles Arnold, age 40, from Forsyth Georgia, was trying to start his 1985 Nissan pick up truck. He was parked on top of the hill and he was trying to “pop the clutch”, since his truck would not crank. He lost control of the vehicle as it rolled down the hill. The truck went through a picnic area, and through the Special Olympics area, without causing any damage. The truck continued down the hill into the lake. The truck was approximately 25 feet from the shore line and in about 4 to 5 feet of water.

The Tobosofkee Rangers asked for assistance from the Bibb Sheriff’s Office after noticing that Arnold was possibly impaired. Deputies arrived on scene conducted a field sobriety test and placed Henry Arnold in custody for D.U.I. Arnold is currently being held in the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex.

August 27, 2010

Bibb Inmate Dies After Fatal Incident

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators are investigating a fatal incident, involving a Bibb County inmate. On Wednesday, August 18, 2010, a 65 year old inmate walked out of his cell while the medical staff was dispensing medication. He walked up the steps to the second floor section of cells, and climbed onto the railing. The inmate ignored commands from a Bibb Corrections Officer to climb down from the railing and return to his cell. He then jumped from the second floor railing. The inmate was taken to the hospital for his injuries and was placed in the Critical Care Unit. On Tuesday, August 24, 2010, at 11:41a.m., the inmate died due to injuries that he received this incident. This incident is remains under investigation. The inmates name is being withheld pending location and notification of next of kin.

August 26, 2010

Suspect Arrested for Multiple Warrants

Bibb Sheriff’s Office and Macon Police Department warrants were served on 33 year old Christopher Michael Giddens aka Christopher Michael Williams of Macon, around 8:45p.m., yesterday evening. Macon Police Officers conducted a traffic stop and arrested Giddens for several warrants from the Macon Police Department and the Bibb Sheriff’s Office.

According to three Macon Police Department’s warrants, Giddens went into the Vann’s Pawn shop on July 30, 2010 and wrote two checks for merchandise. One check was written for a lap top computer, the second check was written for a Dewalt tool set. The checks were written on an account that did not have any funds. One of the warrants stated that Giddens took a Dewalt tool set off of the shelf and walked out of the business without paying for it. The Macon Police Department issued warrants for Giddens arrest for the following charges: Theft by Taking (misdemeanor), (2) counts of Theft by Deception (misdemeanor), and (2) counts of Deposit Account Fraud.

According to a Bibb Sheriff’s Office warrant, on August 13, 2010, Giddens took cash out of the cash register at the Waffle House which was located at 4475 Ocmulgee East Boulevard. Several witnesses identified Giddens as the suspect. According to management, Giddens was a former employee of that restaurant. A warrant was issued for Gidden’s arrest for the charge of Theft by Taking (misdemeanor).

On August 16, 2010, a warrant was issued after Giddens walked into the Macon Bedroom and Bedding, located 4795 Riverside Drive, walked behind the counter and stole a wallet out of a pocketbook, which was on the floor. Giddens was identified and caught on security cameras at this business as he committed the act. A warrant was issued for Gidden’s arrest for the charge of Theft by Taking (misdemeanor).

On August 17, 2010 Giddens entered the Waffle House located at 5180 Mercer University Drive. After Giddens stole an undisclosed amount of cash from the register, he attempted to rob the employees of their personal money and cell phones. The manager surprised Giddens, knocking the gun out of his hand and fought back. Giddens fled the store on foot after the manager pulled the mask off of his face. Further investigation led the Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators to issuing a warrant for Gidden’s arrest. A warrant was issued for the charge of Armed Robbery.

Giddens is currently being held at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex without bond, for the charges of: Armed Robbery, (2) counts of Deposit Account Fraud, (2) counts of Theft by Deception (misdemeanor), Probation Violation Superior Court, and (3) counts of Theft by Taking (misdemeanor). Additional charges pending further investigation.

August 26, 2010

Bibb Sheriff’s Drug Investigators Serve Search Warrant and Arrest Seven

Bibb Sheriff’s Drug Investigators arrested seven after serving a search warrant at 4357 Capital Avenue around 7:00p.m. Wednesday evening. While serving the search warrant, investigators were able to seize 4 ounces of marijuana, 20 rocks of crack cocaine, a big screen TV, which was reported stolen out of Dekalb County, and $1,704.00 cash. The marijuana has a street value of $1200.00. The cocaine has a street value of $800.00.

The seven arrested in connection with this search warrant were:

1) Leroy Pitts, 33 years old from Macon, charged with Cocaine with the Intent to Distribute and Marijuana with the Intent to Distribute. Pitts has a bond amount of $19,650.00

2) Travis DeWayne Curry, 26 years old from Macon, charged with Cocaine with the Intent to Distribute and Marijuana with the Intent to Distribute. Curry has a bond amount of $19,650.00

3) Travon Kentez Searcy, 25 years old from Macon, charged with Cocaine with the Intent to Distribute and Marijuana with the Intent to Distribute. Searcy has a bond amount of $19,650.00

4) Bernard Tyshawn Dean, 28 years old from Macon, charged with Cocaine with the Intent to Distribute and Marijuana with the Intent to Distribute. Dean has a bond amount of $19,650.00

5) Justin Chavier Hunt, 25 years old from Gray, charged with Cocaine with the Intent to Distribute and Marijuana with the Intent to Distribute. Hunt has a bond amount of $19,650.00

6) Jameshia Arthia Moore, 21 years old from Warner Robins, charged with Cocaine with the Intent to Distribute and Marijuana with the Intent to Distribute. Moore has a bond amount of $19,650.00

7) Amber Danelle Williams, 21 years old from Macon, charged with Cocaine with the Intent to Distribute and Marijuana with the Intent to Distribute. Williams has a bond amount of $19,650.00

All are currently being held at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex.

August 25, 2010

Pursuit Leads to Two Separate Arrests

Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies arrested a Centerville man after he led deputies on a pursuit through west Macon. Bibb Sheriff’s Sergeant Bruce Jordan conducted a traffic stop on Chamber’s Road with a 2002 green Ford Escape after noticing that the driver, 26 year old Tyler Colt Kelly, was not wearing his seat belt. As Sergeant Jordan approached the driver’s side of the vehicle, Kelly put his vehicle in gear and sped off. Sergeant Jordan began to pursue the fleeing vehicle. Several Bibb Sheriff’s units responded along with several Macon Police patrol units. Kelly led law enforcement officials down several streets until his vehicle blew a tire on Mercer University Drive near Anthony Road. He stopped his vehicle, jumped out and then ran .Kelly led deputies on a short foot chase before being captured and placed under arrest.

Tyler Colt Kelly was charged with Possession of Schedule III Drugs, Possession of Schedule IV Drugs with the Intent to Distribute, Aggravated Assault with a Motor Vehicle, Fleeing and Attempting to Elude, Obstruction, and he also has an active Parole Warrant. He is currently being held at the Bibb Sheriff’s Law Enforcement Complex without bond.

A separate incident occurred during this pursuit. Bibb Sheriff’s Drug Squad supervisor, Lt. Chris Patterson was responding to assist with the vehicle pursuit when his patrol unit was struck by a 2002 black Mazda 626. Lt. Patterson was traveling down Columbus Road when the Mazda pulled into the path of his vehicle. The driver of the Mazda, 48 year old Willie Brewster of Macon was arrested for Driving while Under the Influence and Failure to Yield to an Emergency Vehicle. He is currently being held at the Bibb Sheriff’s Law Enforcement Complex. No one was injured in either incident.

August 23, 2010

Incident at Nightclub Leads to two Aggravated Assaults

The Bibb Sheriff's Office is investigating two related Aggravated Assaults that began in the rear parking lot of the Rock-A-Billy's night club, located at 4821 Sheraton Drive and continued just north of the exit ramp to Hardeman Ave.

Around 2:30 a.m. Sunday morning, the Bibb Sheriff's Office received a call that shots were being fired in the rear parking lot of the Rock-A-Billy's night club. While deputies were in route to the night club, a second call was made to the Sheriff's Office stating that a person had been shot. Once deputies arrived on scene, they found that the victim and suspects had already left the night club's property. Investigators later received information that 30 year old Antonio Fitzpatrick of Macon was at the hospital for a gunshot wound to the arm that he received while at Rock-A-Billy's. The bullet hit the artery in his upper right arm. He was immediately taken into surgery and is currently listed to be in critical condition. A second gunshot victim was also at the hospital, 27 year old Mario Lindsey of Macon. It was reported that Lindsey put Fitzpatrick in his vehicle and transported him from the Rock-A-Billy's night club to the Medical Center. According to Lindsey, while in route to the hospital, a dark colored S.U.V. pulled up next to Lindsey's vehicle while on Interstate 75. Several shots were fired from the S.U.V. and one of the bullets went through the door, hitting Lindsey in the leg. Lindsey stated that he got off the interstate and sped towards Hardeman Avenue as the S.U.V. continued south on Interstate 75. He rushed himself and Fitzpatrick to the hospital. Lindsey was treated at the hospital and released Sunday afternoon.

Investigators are following several leads into the events that led to the Sunday morning's shootings. This incident is under investigation; anyone with information in reference to this incident is urged to contact the Bibb Sheriff's Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

August 22, 2010

Man Stabbed in west Bibb

The Bibb Sheriff’s Office is investigating a person being stabbed at the Chambers Cove Apartments, located at 4406 Chambers Road, around 7:10p.m. this evening. According to witnesses’ statements, 20 year old Brandon Moore was visiting his girlfriend when they began to argue. The argument took place outside of his girlfriend’s apartment. Several residents watched as the two argued. Moore’s girlfriend went back into her apartment and Moore attempted to walk towards his vehicle. He stopped and began to argue with a female who was watching the previous argument. She began to scream for her mother as she and Moore argued. The young woman’s mother and boyfriend, 44 year old Delvo Stanley of Macon, came out from their apartment. Moore and Stanley began to get into a physical confrontation. This is when Stanley pulled out a kitchen knife and attempted to stab Moore. Stanley stabbed Moore in the left hand several times. Afterwards, Stanley went back to his apartment, changed clothes and then ran out the back door before the Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies arrived on scene. Moore was transported to the hospital by ambulance for stab wounds that he received to his hand. No one else was injured during this incident. This incident is still under investigation.

Warrants will be taken out by Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators for Stanley’s arrest. Stanley is described as a dark skinned black male; he is 5 feet 9 inches in height, approximately 200 lbs, with a short haircut.

Anyone with information in reference to this incident is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or the Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

August 22, 2010

Attempted Armed Robbery in north Bibb County

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an attempted Armed Robbery that took place at the CVS Pharmacy, located at 1615 Forest Hill Road around 3:44p.m. this afternoon. According to the witnesses’ statements, a white male suspect entered the pharmacy, picked up a magazine off of the shelf and approached the clerk in the pharmacy department. He demanded that the clerk give him some Xanex and Oxycodone pills as he pulled up his shirt, displaying a black handgun which was in the waist band of his pants. A second clerk approached the pharmacy area. The clerk was behind the suspect, this spooked the suspect and he ran out of the CVS Pharmacy. The suspect ran out of the pharmacy with just the magazine that he took off of the shelf. He was last seen leaving the area in a silver or grey colored four door, small vehicle, the vehicle did not have a tag, but did have a red sticker on the trunk. The suspect vehicle was last seen heading north on Forest Hill Road. No one was injured during this incident.

The suspect is described as a white male, between 35 to 40 years of age, weighing approximately 140 lbs, around 5 feet 9 inches in height, with a reddish- brown goatee. The suspect was wearing a white button down shirt with some type of design on it, and “panama jack” styled cotton hat with a brim all the way around it.

This incident is under investigation. Anyone with information in reference to this incident is urged to contact the Bibb Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or the Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

August 21, 2010

*Update:Fatality in west Bibb County

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a fatal traffic accident which occurred around 12:54p.m., this afternoon. A 2003 Honda CBR motorcycle was traveling south on the on ramp to Interstate 475 from Zebulon Road. According to the witnesses’ statements, the motorcycle was in the right lane of travel. A gold in color, Chevrolet C1500, king cab truck was headed in the same direction as the motorcycle, but in the left lane of travel. Both vehicles were traveling side by side as they were headed towards Interstate 475. The gold truck began to move from the left lane to the right lane of travel. When the gold truck began to move into the right lane, it also moved into the path of the motorcycle. The truck suddenly jerked back into the left lane. As motorcyclist saw the truck moving into to the right lane he jerked the motorcycle to the right trying to avoid a collision. The motorcyclist lost control, ran off of the road and hit the guard rail. The driver of the gold Chevrolet truck continued south onto Interstate 475. Bibb Sheriff’s Fatality Investigators are looking into the identity of the driver of the gold Chevrolet C1500 truck. The motorcyclist was pronounced dead on scene by Coroner Leon Jones, around 1:16p.m. William Aaron Barr, 27 years old from Macon died as a result of injuries that he recieved from this accident. Coroner Leon Jones stated that the next of kin has been notified. The right lane of the on ramp to Interstate 475 from Zebulon Road was temporarily shut down due to this accident and was reopened around 2:45p.m.

This fatal accident is under investigation. Anyone with information in reference to this incident is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441.

August 21, 2010

Fatality in west Bibb County

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a fatal traffic accident which occurred around 12:54p.m., this afternoon. A 2003 Honda CBR motorcycle was traveling south on the on ramp to Interstate 475 from Zebulon Road. According to the witnesses’ statements, the motorcycle was in the right lane of travel. A gold in color, Chevrolet C1500, king cab truck was headed in the same direction as the motorcycle, but in the left lane of travel. Both vehicles were traveling side by side as they were headed towards Interstate 475. The gold truck began to move from the left lane to the right lane of travel. When the gold truck began to move into the right lane, it also moved into the path of the motorcycle. The truck suddenly jerked back into the left lane. As motorcyclist saw the truck moving into to the right lane he jerked the motorcycle to the right trying to avoid a collision. The motorcyclist lost control, ran off of the road and hit the guard rail. The driver of the gold Chevrolet truck continued south onto Interstate 475. Bibb Sheriff’s Fatality Investigators are looking into the identity of the driver of the gold Chevrolet C1500 truck. The motorcyclist was pronounced dead on scene by Coroner Leon Jones, around 1:16p.m. The right lane of the on ramp to Interstate 475 from Zebulon Road was temporarily shut down due to this accident and was reopened around 2:45p.m.

The name of the motorcyclist can not be announced at this time until notification has been made to the next of kin. This fatal accident is under investigation. Anyone with information in reference to this incident is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441.

August 20, 2010

Armed Robbery in North Bibb County

Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies responded to an Armed Robbery in North Bibb County around 2.p.m. this afternoon. A manager who works for the Shell gas station, located at 3903 Arkwright Road, had to leave her windows down and her vehicle unlocked due to the vehicle’s air conditioning not working. The manager left to take the store’s deposit to the bank. As she got into her vehicle, a black male surprised her from the back seat. He told the manager that he had a gun and demanded for her to drive. He had her drive the vehicle to the parking lot of the Fairfield Inn by Marriott, located at 4035 Sheraton Drive. The suspect had the manager exit the vehicle and told her to walk. He drove the vehicle a ½ mile down the road before abandoning it. The description given to investigators was that the suspect was a dark skinned black male. No one was hurt during this incident. An undisclosed amount of cash was taken. This incident is under investigation. Anyone with information in reference to this incident is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or the Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

August 15, 2010

Armed Robbery in West Bibb

Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies responded to an Armed Robbery around 11:02 a.m. this morning at the Marathon gas station located at 5013 Harrison Road. According to witnesses, a black male entered the store and asked for a pack of cigarettes. He then brandished a gun and demanded money from the cash register. After receiving an undisclosed amount of cash, the suspect fled the store and ran towards the Villager Lodge Hotel, which is located behind the Marathon gas station. No one was hurt during this incident.

The suspect is approximately 5 feet 6 inches to 5 feet 7 inches in height and weighing around 200 lbs. He was wearing a khaki hat, blue shirt, denim shorts and black shoes. Anyone with information in reference to this incident is urged to contact the Bibb Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or the Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

August 13, 2010

Missing Person Found in Treutlen County

Mr. Thomas E. Prescott Jr., age 77 from south Bibb, was found in Treutlen County around 8:00a.m. this morning. A Treutlen County Sheriff’s Deputy spotted Mr. Prescott’s vehicle on the side of a road, in a ditch. According to the Treutlen County Sheriff’s Office, Mr. Prescott was a little disoriented, but unharmed. He is currently standing by at the Treutlen County Sheriff’s Office, awaiting family members to arrive.

August 12, 2010

Missing Person from South Bibb

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing person. Thomas E. Prescott Jr. age 77, of south Bibb County was reported missing as of 10:30a.m., this morning. Mr. Prescott was last seen headed to the Kroger on Hartley Bridge Road.

He is described as a white male, 6 feet 0 inches in height, weighing 140 lbs, he has blue eyes ( he does wear glasses), and he has grey hair. He was wearing a brown shirt, khaki pants, and black shoes. It was reported that Mr. Prescott possibly suffers from memory loss.

Mr. Prescott should be driving a red 1979 Datsun station wagon. The license plate should display HA60Z7. Anyone with information in reference to this missing person should contact the Bibb Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441.

July 29, 2010

Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Demonstration

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office will be hosting a demonstration of the U.A.V., (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle). Adaptive Flight Inc. will be at the Bibb County Sheriff’s Range on Friday afternoon, around 1:30p.m. The Sheriff’s range is located at 110 Confederate Way, just off of Ocmulgee East Boulevard, near Interstate 16.

Adaptive Flight will start off by holding a classroom discussion about their unique surveillance system. Around 2:00p.m., the Adaptive Flight Inc. takes their demonstration outside and will fly the Unmanned Aerial Vehicle, so that attendees can see it in action.

Bibb Sheriff Jerry Modena would like to invite the media to this demonstration.

Here’s a link to one of Adaptive Flight’s Unmanned Aerial Surveillance Vehicle’s:

http://www.adaptiveflight.com/video8.html

Thursday July 29, 2010

Methamphetamine Lab in south Bibb

Bibb Sheriff’s Drug Investigators arrested a south Bibb County man for trafficking methamphetamines after serving a search warrant at his residence on Wednesday around 11:00a.m. Kelvin Henry, 45 years old, of 2035 Liberty Church Road was arrested yesterday after drug investigators received information that he had a methamphetamine lab in a carport that was located approximately 20 feet from his residence. Investigators served a search warrant at Henry’s residence and found the remains of a working methamphetamine lab. Investigators also seized several grams of the finished product and two rifles that were found inside of his residence. The Bibb Sheriff’s Drug investigators notified the Drug Enforcement Administration. A hazmat clean up crew also responded to dispose of the lab.

Henry was charged with Possession of a Firearm by Convicted Felon, Probation Violation Superior Court, and Trafficking Schedule II Drugs. He is currently being held in the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex without bond.

Anyone with information in reference to this incident is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 1-478-746-9441.

July 26, 2010

Missing Person

The Bibb Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing person. Walton County resident, 62 year old Diane Holmwood was last seen leaving her fiancé’s residence, located at 5735 Stokes Road in Lizella, around 7:00a.m., Friday morning. According to her fiancé, Jeff Corbett, she was headed to an appointment in Athens, Georgia at the Heart Rehab Center. She should have returned back to Corbett’s residence around 4:00p.m., that afternoon. Holmwood did not show up for her appointment at the Heart Rehab Center and she did not return back to his residence as planned.

Holmwood is described as a white female with short red hair and she has hazel eyes. She is around 5 feet 5 inches tall around 125 lbs. She was last seen driving a 1993, tan in color, Ford Explorer, displaying license plate number ANF0984. This vehicle has a black tag on the front, displaying the word,”year one”, in silver letters. The driver’s side, rear center hub cap is missing off of the wheel. The vehicle also has two stickers on the rear window. One of the sticker’s displays the words, “Short Best Rider”. The other sticker displays the words, “You would look hotter in a helmet”.

Anyone with information in reference to this incident is asked to contact Bibb Sheriff’s Investigator Captain Mike Smallwood at 478-621-5644 or Lieutenant Paul Edwards at 478-621-5641.

Thursday, July 21, 2010

Press Conference

Between January 1, and the beginning of June, 2010 the Lake Wildwood Community has experienced over 73 burglaries. In light of the rising burglaries in this community, Sheriff Jerry Modena called upon his staff to organize a task force to combat this criminal element. On May 19, 2010, several members of the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Division, Drug Squad, Crime Prevention Unit, and the Criminal Investigation Division began the Lake Wildwood Taskforce Project. This group of deputies, led by Lieutenant Chip Wagner, under the direction of Chief Deputy David Davis, worked countless hours in the Lake Wildwood community. They saturated the area with marked and unmarked patrol units, gathered intelligence, followed leads, and worked in cooperation with the Lake Wildwood Neighborhood Watch Group in order to put an end to this criminal ring. Several arrests have been made since the start of the Lake Wildwood Task Force. There was a crime ring that consisted of four different people working together. Also, two other arrests were made in connection to other burglaries in Lake Wildwood. Sheriff Jerry Modena is proud to announce that the Lake Wildwood Community has not had a burglary since these suspects were arrested.

The following suspects were arrested by the Lake Wildwood Taskforce:

1) Cecil Kelsey Jr., 30 years old of Macon, Georgia. Kelsey was arrested on 06-17-2010. He is currently charged with (18 counts) of Burglary, (12 counts) of Theft by Deception, (4 counts) Theft by Receiving (Felony), Possession of a Firearm by Convicted Felon, Theft by Receiving Stolen Auto, and Probation Violation Superior Court. Kelsey is being held without bond.

2) Shawndrea Taylor, 38 years old of Macon, Georgia. Taylor was arrested on 06-17- 2010. He is currently charged with (18) counts of Burglary. Taylor is being held without bond.

3) Sharon Patrice Watson, 38 years old of Macon, Georgia. Watson was arrested on 06-29-2010, and then released on bond. Watson was arrested again on 07-19-2010 for additional charges. She is currently being held in the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex for (7 counts) of Theft by Receiving (Felony) and (1count) of Theft by Deception (misdemeanor). She is currently being held with a bond of $8,050 bond.

4) Veronica Nicole Tufts, 39 years old of Macon, Georgia, Tufts was arrested on 06-16-2010. She is out on bond for the charge of Theft by Receiving (Felony).

5) Sanford Ellis Edwards Jr., 30 years old of Macon was arrested on 06-24-2010. He was arrested for the charge of Burglary. He is currently being held without bond. Edwards’s case is separate from the other four arrests which were made in connection with the Lake Wildwood burglary ring.

6) Deonte Rashavius Miller, 18 years old of Macon was arrested on 07-21-2010.He was arrested for the charge of Burglary and Obstruction (misdemeanor). He is currently being held with a bond of $9,100 Miller’s case is separate from the other arrests which were made in connection with the Lake Wildwood burglary ring.

This is an ongoing investigation and may result in further arrests. Also as the investigation progresses, additional charges may be filed against those already arrested. Anyone with information in reference to the Lake Wildwood burglaries is asked to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441.

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

Press Conference

On Thursday, July 22, 2010 at 2:30p.m., Bibb Sheriff Jerry Modena will be holding a press conference in the Criminal Investigation’s Building on 651 Hazel Street, Macon, Georgia, in reference to arrests being made in connection with a burglary ring operating in the Lake Wildwood Community.

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

2^nd Annual Bibb Sheriff’s Office Community Summer Party

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office will host its 2^nd Annual Community Summer Party at the East Sub-Station, located at 3504 Jeffersonville Road. This event is scheduled for Saturday, July 24, 2010 from 12:00 noon until 4:30p.m. Hamburgers, hotdogs, and chicken will be served hot off the grill. There will be door prizes and activities for the kids. Also the Bibb Sheriff’s Office will have the Georgia Child Identification Program (Ga.C.H.I.P.) on site to provide completed packs of various identifying items for all children at no charge to the parent or guardian. We hope to see you there!

July 14, 2010

Traffic Fatality in South Bibb

Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a traffic accident around 6:10p.m., involving three vehicles, at the 6000 block of Hawkinsville Road, just south of its intersection with Allen Road. According to witness statements, a 2000 Chevrolet Silverado, driven by 58 year old Lucky Brown of Eastman was headed north in the center turning lane of Hawkinsville Road. The center lane of travel was backed up passed Andrea Drive. As Brown was in traffic, a small gap opened up between his vehicle and the vehicle in front of him.

Suddenly, a gray 2005 Honda Civic, driven by 29 year old Joshua Dykes of Macon, attempted to move into the gap, in front of Brown. The rear driver’s side of Dyke’s vehicle clipped the front passenger side of Brown’s truck. Dyke’s vehicle began to spin sideways and then went airborne before it landed and slid sideways in the south bound lanes of Hawkinsville Road.

A 1999 GMC Sierra driven by 55 year old Stephen Birdsong was headed south on Hawkinsville Road in the middle lane. Dyke’s Honda was sliding towards Birdsong’s truck. Birdsong was unable to avoid the collision.

Dyke’s was transported to the hospital where he later died from injuries that he received from the accident. Coroner Jones stated that Dykes was pronounced dead at 6:52 p.m. Coroner Jones also stated that there will not be an autopsy, but legal blood will be drawn. The family was also notified of his death.

Mr. Brown and his passenger were not injured in this accident. Birdsong received a visible injury to his knee, but refused to be transported to the hospital. Paramedics treated his injury on scene.

July 9, 2010

Public Assistance Request

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is requesting the public’s assistance in locating the whereabouts of 24 year old Michael “Cole” McMillan of south Bibb County. Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators have obtained multiple theft related warrants for Michael McMillan. The warrants are for the following charges: 1 count of Burglary, 5 counts of Theft by Taking (Felony), 2 counts of Theft by Taking (Misdemeanor), and 2 counts of Theft by Deception (Misdemeanor). The Warner Robins Police Department and Jones County Sheriff’s Office also have warrants on McMillan.

McMillan was last seen driving a 1990 Dodge Ram 50 (compact pickup truck) in the Fulton Mill Road / Hartley Bridge Road area of southwest Bibb County. The license plate on the pickup truck is not expected to the proper license plate assigned to that vehicle. The last 5 digits of the V.I.N. are 04511.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Michael “Cole” McMillan can contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441, Lt. Paul Edwards of the Bibb Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division, or the Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

July 7, 2010

Pedestrian Fatality in South Bibb

Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies responded to an accident involving a pedestrian on Hawkinsville Road, just north of Andrea Drive around 10:25p.m., Wednesday night. 24 year old Jessica Marie Jackson of Cochran was driving north, in the center lane of Hawkinsville Road when she stated that she saw a white male run onto the roadway and into the path of her vehicle. She stated that she swerved to the far left lane in an attempt to avoid hitting the male, but was unsuccessful.

Bibb Sheriff’s Accident Investigators and Coroner Jones arrived on scene to find that 52 year old Richard Ernest Patton of Bibb County had died due to injuries that he received from this fatal accident. Patton is known by residents in this area to frequently walk the area and cross Hawkinsville Road.

This incident is under investigation. There are no charges pending at this time. The family of Richard Patton was notified on scene by Coroner Leon Jones.

July 7, 2010

South Bibb Man Connected to 15 Counts of Burglary

Bibb County Sheriff’s Investigators working in cooperation with the Jones County Sheriff’s Investigators have connected 30 year old Jerimiah Jason Ammons to burglaries in sub South Bibb County and West Bibb County. On June 18, 2010, Ammons was arrested by the Jones County Sheriff’s Office for a burglary in progress at a residence at the Bibb/Jones County line. Jones County Investigators contacted the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office and both agencies served a search warrant on Ammon’s residence where they found evidence of thousands of dollars worth of stolen merchandise. The Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators recovered the stolen items and returned each item to its owner.

Ammons is currently being held at the Jones County jail for the charges of 4 counts of Burglary and 1 count of Probation Violation Superior Court. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office has a hold on Ammons. Once he is released from the Jones County Sheriff’s Office, he will be transferred to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office where he will face charges for 15 counts of Burglary. According to Captain Smallwood of the Bibb Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division, Ammons could face additional charges, pending further investigation.

This incident is under investigation. Anyone with information in reference to this incident is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

July 6, 2010

Personal Robbery Suspects in Custody

The three suspects involved in a Personal Robbery in North Bibb at the Vista Apartments on Arkwright Road turned themselves in today around 4:00p.m.. 23 year old Anthony Tarae Enos, 20 year old Coby Jerrell Durham, and 18 year old Jerry Lewis Williams Jr. are in custody at the Bibb Law Enforcement Complex.

Anthony Tarae Enos is being held without bond for Robbery by Force and Probation Violation Superior Court. Coby Jerrell Durham is being held without bond for Robbery by Force. Jerry Lewis Williams Jr. is being held without bond for Robbery by Force and Probation Violation State Court.

July 6, 2010

East Macon Man in Custody for April Arson in East Bibb

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators took a warrant out in May of 2010, on a Joseph Earl Moody in connection with an Arson that occurred on April 28, 2010 at 3571 Mogul Road. This afternoon, around 4:00 p.m. Moody turned himself into investigators at the Bibb Sheriff’s Office.

Moody is currently being held without bond at the Bibb Law Enforcement Complex for the charge of Arson in the First Degree and Probation Violation State Court.

July 3, 2010

*Update: Personal Robbery in North Bibb

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators have taken out warrants on three east Bibb County men in connection with the North Bibb Personal Robbery that took place on Friday evening.

Three black male suspects robbed 22 year old Tracy Slaughter of Gray, at the Vista’s apartments, located at 4150 Arkwright Road. The suspects got into a struggle with Slaughter, taking his keys and wallet .The suspects then fled the scene in a tan colored Ford Explorer. Slaughter was able to get the tag number from the vehicle and gave it to the Sheriff’s Deputies. The Ford Explorer was found a short time later in the King’s Park subdivision, in East Bibb County.

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators identified the suspects and have taken out warrants for the charge of Robbery by Force on the following suspects:

1) Anthony Tarae Enos, 23 years old from East Bibb County.

2) Coby Jerrell Durham, 20 years old from East Bibb County.

3) Jerry Lewis Williams Jr., 18 years old from East Bibb County.

Bibb Sheriff Jerry Modena commends the hard work that the deputies and investigators put into this case. In less than 24 hours, the suspects were identified and warrants were issued. He also applauds Slaughter for the fact that during a traumatic event, he was able to keep a sound mind, get the vehicle’s description and tag number to the deputies which led to the warrants being issued against these suspects.

Anyone with information leading to the arrest of these suspects is urged to contact the Bibb Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

July 2, 2010

Personal Robbery in North Bibb

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen responded to a Personal Robbery which occurred in the parking lot of the Vista’s Apartment complex, located at 4150 Arkwright Road around 5:17p.m. Friday afternoon. According to witness statements, 22 year old Tracy Slaughter of Gray was dropping off his work truck at his boss’s residence when a black male suspect approached him. The suspect asked Slaughter if he had change for $20. Slaughter made change and they exchanged the cash. After the suspect handed over the $20, he grabbed Slaughter’s arm and they began to struggle. Two additional black male suspects arrived and began to struggle with Slaughter. After taking Slaughter’s keys and wallet, the three suspects fled the scene in a tan colored Ford Explorer. Slaughter was able to get the tag number and gave the information to the Sheriff’s Deputies. Further investigation led the deputies to the location of the vehicle in the Kings Park Subdivision in east Bibb County. Investigators are following leads on three individuals involved in this robbery. Slaughter was not injured during this incident.

Anyone with information in reference to this incident is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Region Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

June 27, 2010

Robbery in North Bibb

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen responded to a Robbery at 131 Brookefield Drive Saturday night around 11:03p.m. It was reported that 43 year old Victor Patel arrived home from work when a black male suspect, wearing a black mask and all black clothing, carrying a silver crow bar robbed him. No further description was given.

Patel stated that as he was attempting to unlock the door to his residence, the masked suspect walked up and told Patel to give him the bag that he was carrying. The bag contained two bottles of beer and an undisclosed amount of cash. Once Patel handed over the bag, the suspect ran off. No one was injured during this incident.

This incident is under investigation. Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or the Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1877-68CRIME.

June 21, 2010

8-year old Bitten by a Pit bull in West Bibb

Bibb Sheriff’s patrolmen and Animal Control Officers were dispatched to 5217-B Fulton Mill Road around 6:53p.m., Monday evening, in reference to a dog bite incident. Michelle Gale reported that her 8 year old son, Hunter went to visit their neighbor, Eric York when a pit bull which was owned by York, ran up and bit Hunter in the face. The Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to the Fulton Mill Road residence as Michelle Gale took her son to the hospital for treatment.

Animal Control Officers took the pit bull to the animal shelter, where it will be in quarantine. York was cited for Violation of State Leash Law and for Failure to Inoculate the dog.

The 8 year old boy received medical treatment and was released later this evening. This case is still under investigation. More charges maybe filed pending further investigation.

June 19, 2010

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators Arrest an Escapee from Gwinnett County

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators received information which led to the arrest of an escapee from Gwinnett County around 7:30p.m this evening. Investigators arrested 26 year old Jerome Little of 3328 Sulkee Circle, Marietta, Georgia for the charges of Escape after Conviction (felony) and Theft by Taking Auto (felony).Both charges are from Gwinnett County.

According to the Gwinnett County Jail Officials, Little was in their custody for the following charges: two counts of Theft by Taking (felony), two counts of Deposit Account Fraud (felony), and a hold for the Houston County Sheriff’s Office. The courts sentenced inmate Little to the Gwinnett County’s work release program. On April 4, 2010, inmate Little left for work around 08:05a.m., he was supposed to return around 5:00p.m. that afternoon but failed to do so. The Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office took a warrant out on Little for the charge of Escape after Conviction (felony). According to Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators, the Duluth Police Department took out an additional warrant on Little for the charge of Theft by Taking Auto when he wrote a $16,500 bad check to a car lot in Duluth for a 2005 Cadillac Escalade, after he escaped.

Bibb County Sheriff’s Investigators received information that Little was possibly at a residence located in West Bibb County. Investigators went to the residence to serve both the warrants for Little. They found Little hiding in a water heater closet. Little was taken into custody and the stolen auto was also recovered. Little is currently being held at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex, awaiting transport to Gwinnett County.

June 19, 2010

Armed Robbery in South Bibb

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators are investigating an early morning armed robbery in south Bibb County. Around 8:46 a.m. deputies responded to an armed robbery call at the Eats and Sweets convenient store located at 5413 Houston Road. An armed robbery suspect entered the store brandished a handgun and demanded money from the clerk. The suspect fled the store with an undisclosed amount of money. The suspect left the store in a newer model, grayish-blue, Honda Civic. No one was injured during this incident.

The suspect is described as a black male with a goatee. His hair style is described as being a medium size afro. The suspect has a slender build and he wore dark clothing.

This incident is under investigation. Anyone with information in reference to this incident is urged to contact the Bibb Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

June 13, 2010

Hit & Run Death Investigation

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the apparent hit and run death of a 62 year old man from Buffalo, New York. The body of Otis Cleveland Houston was discovered in the median of Ocmulgee East Blvd by motorists at around 7:30 PM on Sunday June 13. Roadway evidence indicates the collision took place in the area where the body was found on Ocmulgee East Blvd close to the intersection of Dillard Drive. Investigators at this time estimate the body may have been there more than 24 hours hidden by tall grass in the median. Mr. Houston had been reported missing earlier this month. Those with information on this case are urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

June 13, 2010

Shots Fired at East Bibb Recreation Center

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators are seeking the identity of an unknown black male who fired shots following an altercation at the East Macon Recreation Center 3326 Ocmulgee East Blvd. No one was injured and there was no property damage from the gun fire. Shortly after 6 PM on Saturday, June 12^th the suspect was involved in an altercation with another unknown black male. The suspect was driving away from the scene in a white compact vehicle when he fired several shots from a 40 caliber pistol then collided with an unoccupied green SUV. The suspect continued from the scene. His vehicle should be missing the passenger side view mirror and there should be damage to the passenger side front fender area possibly with green paint swap from the collision. The suspect’s vehicle had a spoiler on the trunk and a Florida tag. He is described as a medium skinned black male in his early 20’s with short hair and may go by the nickname “Little B”. Those with information on this case are urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

June 13, 2010

Shooting at Rock-A-Billy’s

Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a disturbance in the parking lot of Rockabilly’s night club on Sheraton Drive at approximately 2:45 this morning. When deputies arrived there was a large crowd of patrons in the parking lot. An unknown male suspect fired shots toward the front door of the building while deputies were in another area of the parking lot diffusing a conflict. Bullets struck a bouncer, Curtis Douglas and a patron, Travis Veal, each in the leg. Both victims are Macon area residents and were transported to the Medical Center of Central Georgia. They had not been released as of noon today and were in stable condition. The suspect is believed to have left the scene in either a black “box style” Chevrolet sedan with large chrome rims or a maroon Cadillac Fleetwood. Those with information on this case are urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

June 13, 2010

Homicide by Vehicle

Bibb County Sheriff’s traffic accident investigators have obtained an arrest warrant for 37 year old Myrtis Green of Skipperton Road in South Bibb. Green was charged with Serious Injury by Vehicle on May 21, 2010 when his vehicle struck 27 year old Elbert Banks III while Banks who was bicycling on Skipperton Road. Green left the scene of the accident and Banks was discovered later near death on the road side. Accident investigators found Green at his home with the help of witnesses. Elbert Banks III died at 5:45 this morning (Sunday June 13, 2010) after battling serious injuries sustained in the collision. Deputies attempted to serve the arrest warrant on Myrtis Green this morning but were unable to locate him. Green later contacted the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office and is expected to turn himself in today. There is no bond on the charge at this time.

June 4, 2010

Bibb Sheriff’s Office Meet, & Greet

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office will host a Meet and Greet at the West Bibb Substation (see attached map) on Lower Thomaston Road at North Lizella Road. The event is scheduled for Saturday June 12^th from 10 AM until 12 noon. The public is welcome. Hamburgers and hotdogs will be served off the grill. We hope to see you there.

Door prizes are traditionally given out at the Meet and Greets. If anyone wishes to donate a door prize, please contact Lt. Billy Savage at 935-8479 or

bsavage@co.bibb.ga.us

June 3, 2010

Missing Person

The Bibb Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing person. Lake Wildwood resident, 53 year old Mary C. Chafin was last seen at work at the Blair Siding Company on Broadway, in the city of Macon, June 1, 2010. A family friend stated that she spoke to Chafin over the phone around 5:00p.m.that evening.

Chafin is described as a white female, 5 feet 8 inches in height, brown eyes, and brown hair. Chafin’s vehicle was also missing from the Blair Siding Company. Her vehicle is described as 2004 Toyota 4 Runner, gold in color. The vehicle has slight damage on its left rear quarter panel. The vehicle’s tag number is ASD9856.

Anyone with information in reference to this incident is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Investigator Bill Strange at 478-621-5623.

June 3, 2010

Woman Found Dead in West Bibb

Bibb County Civil Court deputies were attempting to serve an eviction notice at 610 Pineland Place in the Barrington Hall Subdivision around 10:45 a.m. this morning when they discovered a 53 year old woman’s deceased body inside of the residence. The woman’s body was found on the floor in her bedroom. The deputies immediately notified the Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators, Crime Scene Investigators and the Coroner’s Office.

The woman’s body was transported to the Medical Examiner’s Office where an autopsy will be performed so that the cause of death can be determined. The name of the woman will not be released until next of kin has been notified. This incident is under investigation.

Anyone with information in reference to this incident is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441.

June 1, 2010

Juveniles Involved in a Traffic Accident in South Bibb

Bibb Sheriff’s patrolmen responded to the 300 block of Thoroughbred Lane around 3:05 p.m. this afternoon in reference to a traffic accident with injuries, involving two juveniles. According to witness statements, a fourteen year old boy took his father’s 1998 GMC Sierra without permission and began to drive it while his friend rode a Honda dirt bike along the side of the truck. As both juveniles were traveling side by side on Thoroughbred Lane, the juvenile in the truck decided to make an immediate left turn into a driveway. The dirt bike collided with the truck’s driver’s side door. The dirt bike fell over with the fourteen year old juvenile still on the bike. Both the dirt bike and juvenile were caught under the truck and were dragged approximately five feet.

The juvenile riding the dirt bike was transported to the hospital for medical treatment. He is listed to be in stable condition. The juvenile driving the truck was turned over to his parents. Charges are pending against both juveniles involved in this incident.

May 28, 2010

Armed Robbery in west Bibb County

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery which took place at the Atlantic Southern Bank, located at 8340 Eisenhower Parkway in Lizella. Around 11:38 a.m. three black male suspects entered the bank, one carrying a shotgun, one carrying a handgun, the third suspect was carrying a tote bag. The suspects demanded money from the bank’s tellers. The suspects fled the bank with an undisclosed amount of cash in an older model tan, beige, or possibly gold colored four door sedan. No one was injured during this incident.

The first suspect was described as a black male, wearing a white hood which covered his face and head. The suspect was last seen wearing a long sleeved black and white striped shirt, dark colored pants and suede boots. This suspect brandished a shotgun during this incident.

The second suspect was described as a black male, wearing a white hooded sweatshirt. The sweatshirt was unzipped and he was also wearing a dark colored shirt under the sweatshirt. This suspect has a red mask covering the lower portion of his face. This suspect had long dread locks. This suspect brandished a handgun during this incident.

The third suspect was described as a black male, wearing a gray colored long sleeved shirt or jacket, camouflage hat, black mask covering most of his face, and dark colored shorts which came to just below the knee area. This suspect was carrying a dark colored tote bag.

Height and weights of the suspects are unknown at this time.

Anyone with information in reference to this incident is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

May 27, 2010

Memorial Day Ceremony

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office will be holding a Memorial Day ceremony in remembrance our fallen officers on Friday, May 28, 2010 at the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, in the front lobby of the Law Enforcement Complex. The service will begin at 11:00 a.m. and it is anticipated that this event will last around 15 to 20 minutes.

May 24, 2010

Public’s Assistance

The Bibb Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a person of interest, involving suspicious activity. On Saturday, May 22, 2010 around 3:00p.m., an older white male, approximately 5 feet 9 inches in height and weighing close to 200 lbs, approached an eight year old boy at the First Presbyterian Day School on Calvin Drive. The older white male suspect was driving a silver four door station wagon or small S.U.V. type vehicle. The suspect asked the child to help him move a mattress. He told the child that he would give him $20.00 if he would go with him to move the mattress. The child, weighing approximately 60 lbs was smart enough to know that he was too small to help and told the suspect that he knew that it was a trick. The suspect left the scene and the child immediately reported the incident to his mother.

Anyone with information in reference to this incident is urged to contact Investigator Lieutenant Paul Osgood with the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478- 746-9441.

May 24, 2010

Shooting Investigation in north Bibb

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a report of a person being shot in the leg at the Rock-A-Billy’s parking lot, located at 4821 Sheraton Boulevard, Macon, Ga. This incident took place on Sunday morning around 2:54 a.m. 19 year old Brandon B. Johnson of Milledgeville told deputies that he was walking to his vehicle in the rear parking lot at Rock-A-Billy’s when he stated that he accidentally bumped into a short black male suspect. He stated that he apologized after bumping into the unknown suspect. The suspect said, “What you want to do?”, as he was gripping a small black handgun. The suspect shot Johnson in his left leg. The suspect fled the scene. No further description was given of the shooting suspect.

Johnson was transported to the hospital for medical treatment. He was released early Monday morning. No other injuries were reported. This incident is under investigation.

Anyone with information in reference to this incident is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441.

May 21, 2010

Armed Robbery in south Bibb

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery that occurred at the Dollar General, located at 3501 Hartley Bridge Road, around 9:00 p.m., this evening. Two masked suspects entered the store and one of the suspects brandished a gun. The suspects made the clerks go to a break room in the back of the store. After shutting the clerks inside of the break room, the suspects took an undisclosed amount of cash from the registers. The two suspects fled the store on foot. No one was injured during this incident.

One of the suspects is described as black male with long dread locks, he has a medium build. This suspect was wearing a blue and white, vertical striped, shirt. The suspect had his face partially covered with a bandana. The second suspect is described as a black male, unknown hairstyle, and he also had a medium build. This suspect’s face and head completely covered, wearing a brown jacket.

Anyone with information in reference this incident is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

May 20, 2010

Bicyclist Hit by Vehicle in south Bibb

Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a call of a person down on Skipperton Road at Benton Drive around 4:38 a.m. this morning. 26 year old Elbert Banks III of Macon was found to be a victim of a hit and run. Banks had left his house on Skipperton and went to a near by convenient store on his bicycle. While Banks was returning home, a 1987 Cadillac driven by 36 year old Myrtis Alti Green III of Macon was traveling down Skipperton Road. Green drove passed his driveway and attempted to make a “u-turn” when he hit Banks. Green then drove through a yard at the intersection of Skipperton and Benton, hitting a parked vehicle, then drove to his address at 6239 Skipperton Road.

During the daylight hours, Bibb Sheriff’s Accident Investigators furthered the investigation and found debris from Green’s vehicle and tire marks which lead them to the damaged Cadillac. Green was arrested and charged with Serious Injury by Vehicle.

Elbert Banks III was transported to the hospital where he is listed to be in critical condition.

This incident is under investigation. Anyone with information in reference to this incident is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441.

May 6, 2010

Juvenile Stabbed in west Bibb

Bibb Sheriff Deputies responded to 776 Maid Marion Lane in reference to a person being cut, around 5:13p.m. this evening. Investigators reported that a 16 year old juvenile was stabbed by his 17 year old girlfriend, Sharman Green. This incident occurred at Green’s residence. The dispute started when Green wanted to break up with the juvenile. It was reported that the juvenile boyfriend demanded that Green give back a ring that he gave to her while they were dating. She did not have the ring in her possession at the time. A fight ensued and it was reported to investigators that the juvenile began to choke and fight with Green. During the fight, Greens younger sister, a juvenile, gave her a kitchen knife. Green stabbed her boyfriend twice.

The juvenile was taken to the hospital by ambulance. He is reported to be in stable condition. Green was taken into custody by investigators. She is currently being held in the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center for the charge of Aggravated Assault.

May 6, 2010

Methamphetamine Lab Found in south Bibb

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen responded to a disturbance call Tuesday evening around 8:15 p.m., on St. Clara Ct. While on scene, Deputies Thomas Sullivan and Roy Williams noticed a strong odor of ammonia and ether at 2170 St. Clara Ct.

Bibb Sheriff’s Drug Investigators responded and found a methamphetamine lab inside of the house. 44 year old Tanya Sowash, who lives at the St. Clara Ct. residence and 40 year old Michael Shipman of Lizella were arrested and charged with Manufacture Schedule II drugs. Both are currently being held at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center without bond.

The Drug Enforcement Agency was notified and a clean up crew from Atlanta was dispatched to the scene. The Macon- Bibb Fire Department’s Hazmat team responded to the scene for safety reasons for the officers who were involved in this incident.

Anyone with information in regards to this incident is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441.

May 4, 2010

Fatality in North Bibb County

The Bibb Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a fatal traffic accident which occurred around 1:22p.m. this afternoon. A 1996 Ford Probe, driven by 22 year old, Lauren Maryon of Macon, was traveling north on Riverside Drive. Maryon pulled into the center turn lane then attempted to make a left turn into the parking lot of the Cracker Barrel, located at 3950 Riverside Drive. A 2001 Chevrolet Venture van, driven by 67 year old, Linda McClelland of Jackson, Georgia, was traveling in the far right lane, heading south on Riverside Drive. The vehicles collided at the entrance to the Cracker Barrel. 95 year old Otho Morgan, also from Jackson, was in the passenger seat of the Chevrolet Venture. Maryon stated that she did not see the van as she attempted to make the left turn into the Cracker Barrel parking lot.

Morgan and Maryon were transported to the Medical Center by ambulance. Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones stated that Morgan was pronounced dead around 6:00p.m., from injuries that he received from this incident. Maryon was treated and released from the Medical Center. Jackson was checked out by paramedics who were on scene, she was not injured.

It was reported that the two south bound lanes of Riverside Driver were closed for approximately 1 ½ hours due to this incident.

This accident is under investigation by the Bibb Sheriff’s Fatality Investigators. There are no charges pending at this time. Anyone with information in reference to this incident is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441.

May 3, 2010

Fatal Accident in East Bibb

Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a fatal accident around 10:41p.m. Monday night. The accident was on Joe Tamplin Boulevard, just south of Lillian Drive. The driver of a 1999 tractor trailer, 43 year old Clifton Stone, of Barnwell South Carolina, was traveling north on Joe Tamplin Boulevard. A 1997 Chrysler Town & Country van, driven by 58 year old John David Barnhill, of Macon, was traveling in the same direction.

It was reported that Stone was traveling at a slow speed in an attempt to find a business on Joe Tamplin Boulevard. He stated that he looked in the rear view mirror and saw a vehicle top the hill behind him. The vehicle continued towards him, without slowing down. The Chrysler Town & Country van hit the tractor trailer from behind. According to deputies on scene, it was raining when the accident occurred.

Coroner Leon Jones stated that Barnhill died shortly after emergency personnel arrived on scene. The next of kin has been notified by Coroner Jones. This incident is under investigation.

May 2, 2010

Sheriff’s Office Investigates Late Night Shooting

The Bibb Sheriff’s Office is investigating shooting that took place around 3:26 a.m. this morning. Deputies responded to a call of person being shot at the Waffle House parking lot, located at 3907 Arkwright Road.

Deputies arrived to the Waffle House parking lot to find 19 year old DeMichael Wilmore shot in the leg. According to witness statements, a fight took place outside of the Waffle House, in the parking lot. After the fight was over, Wilmore walked outside to check on his female friend. The suspect brandished a handgun and shot Wilmore in the leg, just below the knee. The suspect jumped into a green in color, Ford or Dodge truck and fled the scene.

The suspect was described as black male, 5 feet 7 inches in height to 6feet 2 inches in height. The suspect was wearing two white tee shirts, one of which he was using to cover his face, and a black pair of cargo type pants.

Wilmore was transported to the hospital to receive medical treatment for is wound to his leg. He was released shortly before 7a.m. this morning. No other injuries were reported during this incident.

This incident is still under investigation. Anyone with information in reference to this incident is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68 CRIME.

April 28, 2010

East Macon Man Arrested for Arson

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators in cooperation with the Macon-Bibb Fire Department’s Arson Investigators arrested an East Macon man in connection with the house fire at 3571 Mogul Road. Lieutenant Brooks Peterson, of the Bibb Sheriff’s Office and Macon-Bibb Fire Investigator, Sergeant Ben Gleaton, arrested 21 year old Jarraiun T. Ussery at his residence in King’s Park around 5:05p.m. this afternoon, with a warrant for the charge of Arson in the First Degree.

Around 2 a.m. Saturday morning, the Macon-Bibb Fire Department and Bibb County Sheriff’s Office responded to a house fire on Mogul Road. The residence is owned by Clarence Stewart, who is currently being held in the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center for the charges of Aggravated Assault and Felony Murder.

Firemen, who arrived on the fire scene, reported to Investigators that Ussery and another suspect were seen running from behind the residence as they arrived on scene of the fire. That morning, Investigators tested Ussery’s hands with a machine that tests for ignitable liquids, his hands tested positive.

Sheriff Modena stated that he was proud of the Investigators hard work. Other arrests maybe made pending further investigation.

Anyone with information in reference to this incident is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or the Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

April 28, 2010

Vehicle Recovered from Personal Armed Robbery

The 2000, silver, Buick LeSabre which was stolen in Tuesday night’s personal armed robbery was recovered in the city of Macon around 9:20a.m. this morning. The vehicle was stolen from the Arnold’s Gym parking lot off of Thomaston Road around 10:39p.m. Monday night.

The vehicle is equipped with a G.P.S. location system, called Automax. The Automax operators notified the owner of vehicle’s location. Patrol Deputies met the owner’s at the Rocky Creek Food Store, located at 2597 Rocky Creek Road. The vehicle was found abandoned in the store’s parking lot. Crime Scene Investigators processed the vehicle and then turned the vehicle back over to the owners.

Anyone with information in reference to this incident is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or the Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

April 27, 2010

Personal Armed Robbery in West Bibb

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a personal armed robbery which took place in the parking lot of Arnold’s Gym on Thomaston Road around 10:39 p.m. Monday.

24 year old Richalson Auguste of Macon had just arrived to the parking lot of the gym when he got out of his vehicle and walked over to the passenger side to get his gym bag. Two black male suspects approached Auguste. One of the suspects demanded money while brandishing a handgun. Auguste stated that he did not have any money on his person. The suspects demanded for Auguste’s keys and stole his 2000, silver in color, 4-door, Buick LeSabre. The tag number for this vehicle is BVW3875. The vehicle was last seen headed towards the city of Macon on Thomaston Road. Auguste was not injured during this incident.

One of the suspects is described as a black male, in his late teens, around 5 feet 7 inches in height. He was wearing all black clothing and a red mask.

The second suspect is described as a black male, in his late teens, around 5 feet 11 inches in height. He was wearing all black clothing, a hooded sweat shirt covering his face and head.

This incident is under investigation.

Anyone with information in reference to this incident is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 1-478-746-9441 or the Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

April 27, 2010

South Bibb Armed Robbery

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an early morning armed robbery in south Bibb County. According to the witness statements, three black male suspects entered the Mr. Pizza restaurant, located at 4126 Hartley Bridge Road around 9:30 a.m. They entered through an open door where the owner of the restaurant was unloading supplies from his truck.

The three suspects charged the owner, taking a money bag, containing an undisclosed amount of cash. The owner said that during the struggle with the suspects, he received a couple of scratch type cuts from an unknown sharp object.

One of the suspects is described as a black male with dark complexion, 6 feet 0 inches tall to 6 feet 2 inches tall, slender build. He was around 17 to 20 years of age, wearing dark clothing and white shoes. He should have shoulder length dread locks.

The second suspect should be around 6 feet 0 inches to 6 feet 2 inches in height, medium complexion, with a “spiking, corn rolled” hairstyle. He was also around 17 to 20 years of age and had a slender build. This suspect was also described as wearing dark clothing with white shoes.

The third suspect is a very light skinned black male, approximately 5 feet 3 inches to 5 feet 4 inches in height, with a slender build. This suspect was wearing a baseball cap and he also had on dark clothing and white shoes. The owner was unsure of his age but said that he was younger than the other two suspects.

April 23, 2010

East Bibb Shooting Update

Shortly after 11:00p.m., the Coroner’s Office notified the Bibb Sheriff’s Office that 19 year old Ernest James III died after receiving a gun shot to the head.

62 year old Clarence Haynes Stewart is being held in the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center, without bond, for the charges of Aggravated Assault and Felony Murder.

Anyone with information in reference to this case is urged to call the Bibb Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441.

April 23, 2010

East Bibb Shooting

Bibb County Deputies responded to a shooting at 3559 Mogul Road around 2:12p.m. this afternoon. Witnesses stated that 62 year old Clarence Stewart of 3571 Mogul Road shot 19 year old Ernest James III of Macon.

It was reported that Stewart was having problems with people in the neighborhood trespassing on his property. While standing in his front yard, Stewart argued with several people who were in the neighbor’s front yard, at 3559 Mogul Road, about the recent issues of trespassing. It was reported that as James and Stewart continued to argue, Stewart went into his house and retrieved a handgun. Stewart then came out of his house and into his front yard where he shot James in the head.

James was taken to the hospital by ambulance where he is listed to be in critical condition.

Stewart was taking into custody by Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators. He remains in custody at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center for the charge of Aggravated Assault.

This incident remains under investigation.

Anyone with information in reference to this case is urged to call the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441.

April 20, 2010

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is hosting the 9^th Annual Fun in the Sun Safety Fest on Saturday May 8^th, 2010 at Lake Tobesofkee Sandy Beach Park from 11 AM to 2 PM. Law enforcement agencies, emergency service providers, local businesses and non profit service organizations from all over Middle Georgia will be exhibiting vehicles and equipment. Representatives will be available to provide information on services provided by their agency or organization. This event is FREE TO THE PUBLIC. Admission to Sandy Beach Park is free during festival hours. Free hamburgers and hotdogs from the grill will be free while they last.

For more information or to request participation contact:

LT. GEORGE MEADOWS

BIBB COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

CRIME PREVENTION UNIT

NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH / BUSINESS WATCH / YOUTH PROGRAMS

110 CONFEDERATE WAY

MACON, GA. 31217

OFFICE: 478-744-9700

gmeadows@co.bibb.ga.us

April 17, 2010

Bibb Sheriff’s Office Investigating Two Separate Early Morning Fatalities

Bibb Sheriff’s Fatality Investigators are investigating two separate fatalities this morning where three people and a family pet lost their lives.

Around 4:40a.m., at the intersection of Riverside Drive and Riverside Park Blvd, deputies responded to a single car accident, involving a 1997 Ford Explorer. According to the Fatality Investigators the vehicle was traveling south on Riverside Drive before running off of the roadway. The vehicle struck a light pole, knocking the light pole over, and then hit several parked vehicles in the parking lot of Butler Toyota. The driver died on scene according to Coroner Leon Jones. The driver was not wearing his seat belt. This accident did not impede traffic. The accident and events leading to the accident are still under investigation. The name of this victim will not be released at this time until notification of next of kin.

At 6:15 a.m., this morning, deputies responded to a single car accident on I-75 north, just south of Sardis Church Road. When deputies arrived they found a 2005 F-150 Super Crew truck pulling a U-Haul trailer fully engulfed in flames. An adult male driver, child, and a family pet lost their lives. According to Fatality Investigators, the vehicle was traveling north on I-75 in the far left lane. The vehicle ran off of the roadway, striking the guardrail barrier head on. The vehicle and u-haul trailer burst into flames and the passengers remained trapped inside of the vehicle. Several lanes of I-75 north were blocked while emergency crews worked this accident, leaving one lane open for travel. All lanes of travel reopened after the accident scene was cleared, shortly after 10:00a.m. This fatality and incidents leading to the accident are still under investigation. The names of the victims will not be released until notification of next of kin.

April 4, 2010

Armed Robbery in East Bibb County

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery that occurred at the Family Dollar, located at 3656 Jeffersonville Road, around 5:52 p.m. this evening.

Three suspects entered the Family Dollar store and one of the suspects brandished a handgun. The suspects demanded money from the cash register. After receiving an undisclosed amount of cash, the suspects fled the store on foot. No one was harmed during this incident.

One of the suspects is described as a black male, approximately 5 feet 6 inches tall, with a stocky build, wearing all black clothing and a mask covering his head and face. The other two suspects were approximately 5 feet 8 inches to 5 feet 9 inches tall, slender builds, wearing all black clothing and masks covering their heads and faces.

This crime is under investigation. Anyone with information on this case is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

March 24, 2010

Armed Robbery

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery that occurred at the Family Dollar, located at 3656 Jeffersonville Road, around 9:30 pm this evening. Employees were attempting to lock the outside doors of the Family Dollar store when a masked suspect rounded the corner and demanded that the employees reenter the store and open the safe. The suspect brandished a silver handgun as he was demanding that the safe be opened. After receiving an undisclosed amount of cash, the suspect fled the store on foot. No one was harmed during this incident.

The suspect is described as a white male, 5 feet 6 inches tall, wearing a dark blue hooded fleece jacket with a thick light colored stripe running horizontally across the back of the jacket. The suspect was also wearing stone washed blue jeans. He wore gloves and had on a black hooded face mask with eye holes cut out. A witness stated that a white male fitting the same description was seen hanging around the outside of the building earlier this evening. The white male had dark brown hair and a dark brown mustache and a stubble type beard.

This crime is under investigation. Anyone with information on this case is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

March 23, 2010

Juvenile Arrested for Drug Charges

Bibb County Sheriff’s Drug Investigators arrest a 15 year old juvenile for drug charges as a result of a routine sweep of a known drug sale location on Cynthia Weir Place, off of Rocky Creek Road, yesterday evening.

Investigators Goggins, Grant, with the Sheriff’s Drug K-9, “Hexa”, began conducting a sweep of the immediate area of 4024 Cynthia Weir Place when they spotted a juvenile run from the rear of this residence. The juvenile dropped a few bags of marijuana, while attempting to flee. The juvenile was holding bags of marijuana using both arms as he led investigators on a short foot chase before being captured several streets over. The investigators seized the remainder of the marijuana and they also seized 15 ecstacy pills.

The investigators seized approximately 3 pounds of marijuana. The marijuana and ecstacy has an approximate street value of $8,500.

The juvenile is being charged with Possession of Marijuana with the intent to Distribute and Possession of Schedule I with Intent to Distribute. The juvenile was turned over to the Juvenile Authorities.

March 23, 2010

3 Arrested After Bibb Drug Investigators Serve Search Warrant

The Bibb Sheriff’s Drug Investigators were called to 4108 Brookdale Avenue after members of the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force noticed a strong odor of marijuana while serving an arrest warrant at this residence, yesterday evening.

The Bibb Sheriff’s Drug Investigators obtained a search warrant for this residence and seized approximately 6 pounds of marijuana, a .357 Taurus pistol, .410 Taurus pistol, and a 7.62 x 39 AK 47. Investigators also seized $1,899 in cash. The marijuana has an approximate street value of $14,000.

Three arrests made in connection with this search warrant were:

1) Johanan Bacon, 25 years old of Macon, charged with Possession of a Fire Arm During a Commission of Felony and Marijuana with the Intent to Distribute.

2) Zander Dennis, 24 years old from Macon, charged with Contempt of Court-City, Possession of Firearm by a Convicted Felon, Possession of a Firearm During a Commission of a Felony, Marijuana with the Intent to Distribute, and Bench Warrant Superior Court.

3) Josh Benson Kirvin Jr., 28 years old of Warner Robins, charged with Possession of Marijuana with the Intent to Distribute.

Bacon was released this afternoon on bond, Dennis and Kirvin remain in custody at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center.

March 18, 2010

Arrests made in recent Entering Auto Cases

Bibb County Sheriff’s Investigators made two arrests in connection with several entering autos at the Stratford Academy and First Presbyterian Day School. Investigators arrested 23 year old Matthew Bryant of Macon, charging him with 5 counts of entering auto. Gina Trentadue was also charged with 4 counts of entering auto.

On March 11, 2010, the Head Master at the First Presbyterian Day School saw a male suspect getting out of a vehicle in the parking lot of the school. He stopped the suspect and inquired to why he was on school property. The suspect gave the Headmaster a false reason. The Headmaster wrote down the tag number off of the suspect’s vehicle and gave it to the investigators. The vehicle was registered to Bryant.

Later that evening, Captain Dennis Hagerman and Lieutenant Randy Collins of the Forensics Division stopped Bryant’s vehicle and arrested both Bryant and Trentadue in connection with the entering autos from both schools. Investigators recovered Ipods, G.P.S. devices, golf clubs, and several purses.

Bryant was released on bond and Trentadue still remains in custody at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center. Captain Smallwood of the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division stated that more charges are pending as they continue to investigate this matter. Bryant and Trentadue are facing approximately 18 total charges.

Anyone with information in reference to this case is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or the Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

March 12, 2010

Traffic Accident on Thomaston Road

Bibb Sheriff Deputies responded to a traffic accident at the 6400 block of Thomaston Road this morning around 9:02 a.m. Witnesses stated that a 2006 white Toyota Sequoia, driven by 58 year old Nettie Middleton, was headed east on Thomaston Road. As she was approaching the driveway of John Deere Landscaping, located at 6478 Thomaston Road, she ran off the roadway and drove along the side of an embankment. Her vehicle went over a culvert and then landed on the other side of the driveway. The vehicle rolled over twice before coming to a stop on the shoulder of the road directly across from the Thomaston Road gate, leading into Lake Wildwood. Middleton was ejected from the vehicle.

Within minutes, Sheriff Deputies and emergency crews arrived on scene. Middleton was transported to the hospital by ambulance and she is listed in stable condition.

This accident is still under investigation.

March 10, 2010

Public Assistance in a Shoplifting Case

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying two black males and two black females who are suspects in a theft by shoplifting case at the Dillard’s, located at 5080 Riverside Drive in Macon. Yesterday evening, around 8:10p.m., the suspects entered the store, grabbed approximately $600.00 in polo shirts, and then walked out of the store without paying for the shirts.

Attached are pictures of the suspects from the store’s surveillance cameras.

Anyone with information concerning this case is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Investigators at 478-621-5501.

March 9, 2010

Drowning Incident at Lake Tobesofkee

This afternoon around 4.p.m., the body of 52 year old Willie Buckles, of Warner Robins, was recovered from Lake Tobesofkee. A cooperative between several local and state agencies working diligently together, found Mr. Buckles a few hundred yards south west from where Mr. Roquemore was recovered. Search and rescue teams found Buckles and the sunken boat in approximately 25 to 30 feet of water.

This drowning still remains under investigation.

March 8, 2010

Fatality on Hartley Bridge Road

Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a traffic accident at the 3700 block of Hartley Bridge Road, this evening, around 4:38 p.m. Witnesses stated that a 2008 silver Honda Accord, driven by 38 year old Katherine Hayes Hatton, was headed east on Hartley Bridge Road. As she entered the curve near Swymer Drive, her vehicle crossed over the center line and into the path of a 2004 white Chevrolet Suburban, which was headed west. The suburban was driven by 46 year old Brannon Hicks of Macon.

Hatton had to be extricated from her vehicle by emergency personnel. Both Hatton and Hicks were transported to the hospital by ambulance. According to Coroner Leon Jones, Hatton was pronounced dead at the emergency room, at 6:48p.m., due to internal injuries that she received from the accident. Hicks was reported to be in stable condition.

Bibb Sheriff Fatality Investigators are still investigating this accident. Both lanes of Hartley Bridge Road were closed off and traffic was redirected for a couple of hours while investigators were on scene. Both lanes of Hartley Bridge Road reopened around 7p.m. this evening.

Anyone with information regarding this traffic accident is asked to call the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441.

March 7, 2010

Drowning at Lake Tobesofkee

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is assisting members of the Department of Natural Resources, Tobesofkee Rangers, Georgia State Patrol Aviation Division and the Macon Bibb County Fire Department in the investigation of the discovery of a body found floating in the eastern end of Lake Tobesofkee at approximately 1:15 PM Sunday afternoon March 7th, 2010.

Two fishermen discovered the body of Warner Robins resident Frank Roquemore, age 62, floating near the shore. Investigation revealed that Mr. Roquemore and his nephew, Willie Buckles age 52 of Byron, had put their boat in the water just before 9 PM on Saturday evening. That is the last known communication from either. A search effort to locate Willie Buckles and the boat occupied by the two was coordinated soon after the discovery. Debris from the boat was found several hundred yards west of the recovery location of the body. The circumstances leading up to the Mr. Roquemore's death are being investigated. As of 4:15 PM Sunday, neither the boat nor Mr. Buckles have been found.

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources has charge of the investigation. Requests for updates and further information can be directed to:

Sgt. Tony Fox

Ga. Dept. of Natural Resources

478-751-6415

March 5, 2010

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigate Homicide

Friday evening at approximately 7p.m., Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies responded to 4717 Altama Place for a report of a person being stabbed. According to witnesses, 39 year old William Lord was inside of his residence, with his parents, when the door bell rang. Lord answered the door. Lord’s parents heard a commotion coming from outside of the residence. Lord walked back into the residence, he told his mother that he had been stabbed. He went to his bedroom to retrieve a pistol. Lord walked back to the front door when he collapsed. Lord was later pronounced dead, due to a stab wound to the chest.

Investigators are working on developing information on the description of a vehicle which was last seen leaving the area at the time that this incident took place.

Anyone with information in regards to this investigation is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

March 4, 2010

Public Assistance

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying two Hispanic males who are the suspects in a burglary at the Georgia Mechanical, located at 4370 Interstate Drive, back in February of 2010. The suspects stole company checks from Georgia Mechanical and then used fake identification while cashing these checks at the Top Line Spirits, located at 3714 Eisenhower Parkway.

Attached are pictures of the fake identification and still footage from the video footage of the suspects from the store’s video surveillance cameras.

Anyone with information in this case is urged to contact Investigator Chris Harrell at the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office 478-621-5639 or Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

March 4, 2010

Bibb Sheriff’s Drug Arrest

An investigation conducted by Bibb Sheriff’s Drug Investigators led to the arrest of 40 year old Darius Christopher McKenzie, of Macon, late yesterday afternoon. Investigators arrested McKenzie at the, “Car Wash”, which is located on Log Cabin Drive. Investigators seized 2 pounds of marijuana which has an approximate street value of $5,500 and they also seized $1,120 in cash.

Darius Christopher McKenzie is charged with Marijuana with Intent to Distribute and Possession of Drugs 1000 feet of a school. (A day care is located with in 1000 feet of the car wash.)

McKenzie is currently being held in the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center.

March 4, 2010

Bibb Sheriff’s Drug Investigators Serve Search Warrant and Arrest Three

Bibb Sheriff’s Drug Investigators arrested three for drug charges after serving a search warrant at 3843 Melrose Street, yesterday afternoon. As investigators entered the residence the suspects attempted to flush a small amount of crack cocaine down the toilet but were unsuccessful in efforts. Investigators also found crack cocaine outside of the residence. While serving this search warrant, investigators were able to seize crack cocaine, marijuana, and $500 cash. The residence is less than 1000 ft from the Brookdale Elementary School, which is located on Brookdale Avenue.

While checking the outside area of the house, investigators recovered a sawed off shotgun and a Ruger .357 pistol, which was found to be stolen out of South Carolina. These weapons were approximately 20 feet from the back door of the residence.

Weapon charges are pending upon completion of the analysis from the Crime Lab.

Three arrests made in connection with this search warrant were:

1) Terryn Jamaal Smith, 25 years old of Macon, charged with Possession of Drugs 1000 feet of a school, Marijuana with Intent to Distribute, Cocaine with Intent to Distribute, and Probation Violation Superior Court.

2) Devin Tramone Leghorn, 26 years old of Macon, charged with Possession of Drugs 1000 feet of a school, Marijuana with Intent to Distribute, Cocaine with Intent to Distribute, Cocaine Sale, Probation Violation Superior Court, and Probation Violation State Court.

3) Kashendria Allen, 23 years old of Macon, charged with Possession of Drugs 1000 feet of a school, Marijuana with Intent to distribute, and Cocaine with Intent to Distribute.

All three are currently being held at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center.

February 23, 2010

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a traffic accident which occurred on Hawkinsville Road at its intersection with Liberty Church Road, shortly before 8.a.m. this morning.

Hubert Foskey, 72 years of age from Byron, was driving a 2007 Ford Ranger as he heading east on Liberty Church Road. As Foskey attempted to cross over the 6 lanes of travel on Hawkinsville Road, his vehicle veered into the path of a 2008 Nissan Altima which was heading north on Hawkinsville Road. The vehicle was driven by an Angel McCall, age 33, of Macon. After the two vehicles collided, Foskey’s truck continued east and struck the front end of a 2008 Chevrolet Malibu which was stopped at the stop sign at the intersection of Liberty Church Road and Hawkinsville Road (facing west bound). Saralynn Stephens, age 48, of Macon, was the driver of the Chevrolet Malibu.

According to Leon Jones, Foskey did not have any visible injuries on scene. He was transported by ambulance to the Medical Center of Central Georgia. While in the ambulance, Foskey went into cardiac arrest and was later pronounced dead. The attributing factors leading to his death are still under investigation.

McCall suffered slight injuries and she was transported by ambulance to the Houston Healthcare in Warner Robins, per her request.

Stephens and the two occupants who were in her vehicle did not have any visible injuries. They left with family members.

This accident is still under investigation.

February 18, 2010

Macon Man Arrested for Cocaine Trafficking

Bibb County Narcotics and Vice Unit arrested 34 year old Ricky Kendray Jimell Walden of Macon, after a traffic stop on Hillcrest Avenue, near the Marshall Lumber Company, late yesterday afternoon. (This case is not involving the same Ricky Walden that the city arrested.)

Investigators seized 4 ounces of powder cocaine with a street value of $11,700. Investigators also seized materials used to make crack cocaine and they also seized $6,520 in cash.

Ricky Kendray Jimell Walden is currently being held at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center for the charges of Cocaine Trafficking and Probation Violation Superior Court.

February 17, 2010

Macon Man Arrested for Felony Marijuana Possession with Intent to Distribute

Bibb County Drugs and Narcotics Investigators served a search warrant today at 2464 Mercer University Drive which led to the arrest of a Macon man and the seizure of 1 pound of marijuana. The marijuana has a street value of approximately $3,000. The investigators also seized $1,200 in cash.

Edward Whatley Stroud, age 46, was arrested and charged with Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Distribute. Stroud was released from jail with an $8,450 bond.

Anyone with information in reference to this case is urged to call the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

February 9, 2010

Lizella Couple Arrested for Marijuana Possession Felony

Bibb Sheriff’s Drug Investigators served a search warrant on Sunday, February 7, 2010, at 5805 Rogers Road, in Lizella, which led to today’s arrests of a middle Georgia couple and the seizure of 6 pounds of marijuana. The marijuana has a street value of approximately $15,000. The Drug Investigators also seized $15,030 in cash and 1 ¾ ounces of suspected cocaine. The cocaine charge will be added pending results from the lab.

The following arrested in this case are:

1) Danny Williams, age 31, of Lizella. He is currently being held at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center for the charge of Marijuana –Possession-Felony.

2) Geecshla Monaresesha Ingram, age 33, of Lizella. She is also currently being held at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center for the charge of Marijuana with the Intent to Distribute.

Anyone with information in regards to this case is urged to call the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office or Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68-CRIME.

January 21, 2010

Uniform Crime Rate for 2009

Bibb County Sheriff Jerry Modena has announced the Uniform Crime Rate for 2009. The crime rate in unincorporated Bibb County was 3.2% lower in 2009 than in 2008. There were 2,465 total UCR crimes reported to the Sheriff's Office in 2009 as compared with 2,547 in 2008. The 2009 figure was lower than six of the previous seven years. Only 2007 had a lower total number of reported crimes.

Some notable points in comparing 2009 to 2008 include the fact that entering autos and auto thefts were down 3% and 10% respectively. Robberies were down by 40% [Commercial robberies down by 37%; Persons Robberies down by 44%] and all other thefts were down by 22%.

Shoplifting cases rose by 99 or 44%. This increase resulted from retail establishments taking proactive measures to capture those individuals who attempted to steal from area stores.

Additional retail development and the economic downturn helped to cause commercial burglaries to rise by 40% from 2008 to 2009.

More residences and the economy contributed to a 17% rise in residential burglaries. A factor contributing to the increase in all burglaries was the prevalence of instances in which flat screen HD TV's were stolen. There were 206 reports of flat screen TV's stolen in 2009 as compared to 117 reports in 2008.

Except for homicides, persons crimes were down in unincorporated Bibb County. Aggravated assaults were down 25% and rapes were down 27%. Individuals were arrested and charged in connection with all four homicides investigated by the sheriff's office in 2009.

Sheriff Modena praised the efforts of Bibb deputies in helping to attain the lower crime rate. He said, "In spite of personnel shortages, our deputies worked tirelessly to track crime hotspots and arrest those responsible for criminal offenses in Bibb County."

He further stated, "The continued growth of neighborhood watch groups and the email update program has been essential in identifying individuals engaged in criminal activity."

Sheriff Modena points out that investigators cleared 40% of property crimes and 68% of persons crimes. These clearance rates are much higher than the national averages of 15% for property crimes and 34% for persons crimes.

In summation, Sheriff Modena said, "This lower crime rate is the result of teamwork. Patrol officers and investigators who work the cases, jail officers who hold those charged in connection with those cases and county residents informing us of criminal activity form a formidable team which helps to make our community safer."

BSO	yr2008	yr2009	percent	incr/decr
*Arson*	12	14	17%	2
*Enter Autos*	387	377	-3%	-10
*Auto Theft*	222	199	-10%	-23
*Burglary-Comm*	121	169	40%	48
*Burglary-Home*	405	473	17%	68
*Shoplift*	226	325	44%	99
*Thefts only*	986	774	-22%	-212
*Rob-Comm*	30	19	-37%	-11
*Rob-Person*	36	20	-44%	-16
*Rob-Snatch*	2	2	0%	0
*Homicide*	1	4	300%	3
*Rape*	26	19	-27%	-7
*Agg Assault*	93	70	-25%	-23

*TOTAL UCR*	2,547	2,465	-3%	-82

January 10, 2010

Escapee Captured

Bibb Sheriff Deputies were flagged down by bystanders at the Dismas Charities after they saw Lazaurs lying under a park bench around midnight tonight. He was taken into custody. Lazaurs will receive an additional charge of Escape Before Conviction

January 9, 2010

Inmate Escaped Deputy’s Custody

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating the escape of an inmate from a Bibb County Sheriff’s Deputy. This evening around 8:30p.m. Inmate Herman Hollis Lazaurs was taken to the medical center for medical treatment. Lazaurs ran away from deputy’s custody and headed towards Broadway.

Lazaurs is described as a 41 year old while male, 6 feet 3 inches height, 188 lbs, with gray hair. He was last seen wearing a navy blue sweat shirt, blue jeans, and black shoes. Lazaurs was being held for the charge Impersonating a Police Officer, False Information, Criminal Trespassing and Obstruction. All charges are misdemeanor charges.

Anyone with information leading to the arrest of this escapee is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441.

January 4, 2010

CrimeStopper Tip Leads to Arrest for Arson and Entering Auto

Bibb Sheriff Investigators arrested 23 year old Nicolas Wade Brown of Macon after an anonymous call was given to the Macon Regional Crimestoppers.

Bibb County Sheriff Deputies and Investigators were dispatched to the Westchester Drive area around 6:30a.m., on December 29, 2009. The homeowner, Mr. Marti, heard a loud noise and rushed to the front door to find one of his vehicles on fire. He immediately woke up the family and got them out of the house and then he and a neighbor attempted to put out the fire. The Macon-Bibb Fire Department was called to extinguish the fire. No one was injured during this incident.

The fire caused heavy damage to both of Marti’s vehicles as well as the garage door and roof of the garage. Some of Marti’s work items were found in the middle of the drive way. It is believed that Brown took the items from Marti’s vehicle and then set the vehicle on fire.

A vehicle across the street from Marti’s address was also entered that night and a rifle was taken from the vehicle.

Investigators’ Chris Harrell and Jamey Jones followed up on a tip which was given to the Macon Regional Crimestoppers. The tips led investigators to the arrest of Nicolas Brown at a Barrett Avenue address, on January 1, 2010 around 7.pm. and to the recovery of the rifle which was taken during the entering auto. Nicolas Wade Brown was arrested for the charges of Entering Auto and Arson. More charges are pending further investigation.

Anyone with further information is asked to contact Bibb County Investigator Jamey Jones at 478-621-5649 or the Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

January 4, 2010

Child Molestation Suspect Arrested

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators arrested a Macon man late Sunday evening for the charge of Child Molestation. 57 year old Ernest Braswell III was caught in the act of sexually molesting his seven year old granddaughter when his wife walked in. Minutes after being caught in the act by his wife Braswell fled the scene in his vehicle. Deputies arrested Braswell later in the evening after he had returned to his residence. Braswell was then transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center where he is being held without bond.

This case is still under investigation.

December 25, 2009

Missing Person Found

Mr. Jessie Bennett age 21, from Macon, was found earlier this morning, around 9:30am. Reports indicate that Bennett walked into a local convenient store on Friday morning, December 25, 2009, and saw his picture on a poster. The “missing persons” poster was placed in the store by one of his family members. He immediately turned to the clerk and asked for the Sheriff’s Office to be called. Deputy Tania Greer arrived at the store and stood by until his family arrived to safely pick him up.

Bennett was not harmed during this incident and he safely returned home with his family.

December 24, 2009

Missing Person

The Bibb Sheriff’s Office is asking for help in a missing person’s case. Jessie Bennett, age 21, has been missing since noon Wednesday, December 23, 2009. Bennett was last seen at the Marathon gas station located at Hawkinsville Road and Walden Road. He did speak with his family over the phone yesterday around 2pm. The family stated that Bennett is suppose to take medication daily and has not done so for two days.

Jessie Bennett is described as a white male, clean shaven, blue eyes and short brown hair. He is 6 feet 0 inches tall, weighing approximately 175 lbs. It was reported that he was last seen wearing a brown jacket, blue jeans, and brown boots with white paint on the heel of one of the boots.

Anyone with information regarding this case is urged to call the Bibb Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

December 22, 2009

Armed Robbery in south Bibb County

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery that occurred at the State Bank, located at 4315 Hartley Bridge Road, around 1:50 hours this afternoon.

A man entered the bank, handed a letter to the teller, demanding money and stating that he was armed. He then fled the bank on foot with an undisclosed amount of money. No one was harmed during this incident.

The suspect is described as black male, approximately 6 feet in height, weighing around 180 lbs. He was last seen wearing dark colored pants and a dark colored shirt. The suspect was wearing a scarf, brown “skull” cap, and brown coat. The suspect has a full beard and mustache and is possibly in his early 30’s.

This crime is under investigation. Anyone with information on this case is urged to contact Bibb Sheriff’s Investigator Lt. Paul Edwards at 478-621-5641 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

December 4, 2009

Transition of Ownership Ceremony

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office will be hosting a transition of ownership ceremony on Wednesday, December 9, 2009 at 2pm. The ceremony will be held at the old Georgia Bureau of Investigation Crime Lab which is located at the corner of Second Street and Oglethorpe Street.

GBI Director, Vernon Keenan will be transferring ownership of the building and presenting the keys to Sheriff Jerry Modena. At this time, Sheriff Jerry Modena will be unveiling the building as the new Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Crime Lab.

November 27, 2009

Fatality on Interstate 475

Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies responded to an early morning accident on I-475 south around mile marker 2 at around 7:19am this morning. 33 year old Sean Patrick Brown of Bronx, New York was driving a 2009 Jeep Laredo on I- 475. He and six other passengers were traveling from Columbia, Missouri. The vehicle, driven by Brown, ran off of the roadway, striking the guardrail, and then rolled several times until coming to a complete stop. One passenger was ejected from the vehicle and died on scene according to Coroner Leon Jones. The driver and five other passengers were transported to the hospital for treatment. According to Coroner Jones, two of passengers are in critical condition; four others are in stable condition.

Bibb Sheriff’s Fatality Investigators are still investigating this accident. Several lanes of the interstate were closed off while investigators were on scene. The lanes were reopened around 9:40am.

Anyone with information regarding this accident is asked to call the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 1(478) 746-9441.

November 24, 2009

H.E.A.T. Grant Renewed

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office H.E.A.T (Highway Enforcement of Aggressive Traffic) unit has been awarded again with a renewed grant from the state of Georgia in the amount of $92,010. The H.E.A.T. unit consist three Dodge Chargers which was purchased with the grant from the state in 2007. The grant also provides funds for three patrolmen to staff the unit. The H.E.A.T. program was developed by the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety.

The H.E.A.T. unit made 348 DUI arrest in Bibb County in 2009 and wrote over 6000 citations. The unit has and continues to participate in various traffic safety enforcement events throughout the state. Participating in this program also makes available the resources of the M.G.T.E.N. (Middle Georgia Traffic Enforcement (Network). This group consists of about 100 officers from 13 law enforcement agencies in Middle Georgia area.

November 19, 2009

Identity Assistance

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking for assistance in identifying one of the suspects involved in a simple battery case on October 25, 2009 around 10:00pm. A black male wearing a white t shirt and black pants along with two other black males were outside of the lobby at the Quality Inn, located at 4630 Chambers Road. The clerk heard a noise coming from outside of the hotel and confronted the 3 suspects. The clerk and suspects engaged into a verbal confrontation which became physical when one of the suspects hit the clerk in the mouth and then fled the hotel on foot. The suspects headed towards the Chambers Cove Apartments which is also located on Chambers Cove Drive.
According to witnesses’ statements, one of the suspects stated that they lived at the Chambers Cove apartments.

Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to contact Investigator Bill Strange at the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

November 17, 2009

3 Arrested for Marijuana Trafficking

Bibb County Drug Investigators conducted an investigation which led to the arrests of three men from the middle Georgia area for marijuana trafficking.

Approximately 80 pounds of marijuana was shipped through UPS from Phoenix, Arizona, to different addresses and names in the middle Georgia area. Bibb County Drug Investigators intercepted and seized the packages containing marijuana before the deliveries could be made. The approximate street value of the marijuana is from $100,000.00 to $150,000.00.

The following arrested in connection with this case are:

1) Thaddeus Lavette Bonds, age 28 from Macon, charged with Criminal Attempt to Traffick Marijuana and Probation Violation Superior Court.

2) Donnie Williams Brown, age 30 from Macon, charged with Criminal Attempt to Traffick Marijuana.

3) Howard Eric Sanders, age 37 from Warner Robins, charged with Marijuana Trafficking and he had a Hold in Houston County.

Anyone with information in regards to this case is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or the Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

November 9, 2009

Macon Man Arrested After Pursuit

Bibb County Sheriff Deputies arrested 32 year old Thomas Richardson of Macon, after a pursuit through downtown Macon and Bibb County. Bibb Sheriff’s Deputy Robbie Joiner spotted a blue Chevy Corsica traveling the wrong way on a one way street on Hardeman Avenue around 04:40a.m. Deputy Joiner attempted to stop the vehicle, it was later found to be driven by a Thomas Richardson. The vehicle picked up speed and continued to elude Sheriff’s Deputies as he traveled through the Walnut Street and Riverside Drive areas. The vehicle got onto Interstate 16, heading west and then onto Interstate 75 and headed south.

Deputies attempted to stop stick the vehicle at mile marker 158, Richardson was able to evade that attempt. Then Richardson continued south and got off at the Hartley Bridge Road exit. Richardson ran through several traffic lights and traveled down the wrong side of Hartley Bridge Road. Richardson got back onto the Interstate 75 and headed north. The pursuit lead Deputies back into the city of Macon, Richardson exited onto Eisenhower Parkway. He made a right turn onto Eisenhower Parkway and then turned onto Second Street after hitting a marked Sheriff Car. He headed towards downtown Macon as he continued down Second Street. Richardson then made a left turn onto Oglethorpe Street, next to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center.

Once on Oglethorpe Street, Richardson turned left into the Sheriff’s Office parking lot and finally coming to a stop after running into one of the Sheriff’s Office vans. Deputies got Richardson out of the vehicle and placed him under arrest.

It was later found that Richardson is a suspect in which a video captured Richardson committing burglary at the Pig in a Pit on Bass Road around 2:30a.m., this morning. Deputies are also looking into a possible second burglary where they found a cash register in the vehicle.

Richardson is currently in the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center for the charges of Parole Violation, Burglary, Obstruction, 2 counts of Interference with Govt. Property, Reckless Driving, Driving with a Suspended License, and Eluding Police.

Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

November 8, 2009

Missing Person Found

Michael Terrell Hopkins age 73, from Macon, was found in Newnan, Georgia around 6:15p.m., this evening by the Newnan Police Department.

Hopkins was reported missing around 2p.m. from St. Andrews Drive. The Newnan Police Department found Mr. Hopkins and notified the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office after a southeastern Be On the Look Out (B.O.L.O.) was issued.

Hopkins was found unharmed. His family members are on their way to Newnan, Georgia to reunite with him.

November 8, 2009

Missing Person

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help in a missing person’s case. Michael Terrell Hopkins, age 73, has been missing since shortly before 2.p.m., this afternoon. He is described as a white male, 6 feet 4 inches in height, 235 lbs, with gray hair which is combed to the back and balding in the front, he also has brown eyes. Hopkins was last seen wearing a white polo style shirt with long sleeves and navy blue pants. Hopkins suffers from dementia and he has diabetes.

Hopkins is reported to have left his residence, 1034 St. Andrew’s Road, in a 2004 silver Lincoln Town Car, with a Georgia tag displaying, 411YCD.

Anyone with information regarding this case is urged to call the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441.

November 8, 2009

Escapee Captured

Bibb Sheriff Deputies arrested 20 year old Deante Gholston around 6a.m. this morning after receiving a tip that he was in an apartment at the Latanya Village Apartments, located at 2565 Millerfield Road, in east Macon.

Gholston will receive an additional charge of escape before conviction.

November 7, 2009

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating the escape of an inmate from the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center. Inmate Deante Gholston escaped from the Bibb L.E.C. around 7:30p.m. Saturday evening.

Gholston is described as a 20 year old black male, 6 feet in height, 162 lbs, with a slender build. He was last seen wearing his black and white striped, inmate jump suit or possibly a gray hooded sweatshirt. Gholston was being held for the charge of Armed Robbery.

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Missing Person

Hopkins is reported to have left his residence, 1034 St. Andrew’s Road, in a 2004 silver Lincoln Town Car, with a Georgia tag displaying, 411YCD.

Anyone with information regarding this case is urged to call the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441.

November 8, 2009

Escapee Captured

Gholston will receive an additional charge of escape before conviction.

November 7, 2009

Anyone with information leading to the arrest of this escapee is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

October 22, 2009

Armed Robbery in East Bibb County

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery that occurred at the Family Dollar, located at 3656 Jeffersonville Road, around 10:05 a.m. this morning.

Two masked gunmen entered the Family Dollar store, one brandished a handgun. The suspects demanded money from the cash register. After receiving an undisclosed amount of cash, both suspects fled the store on foot. No one was harmed during this incident.

One of the suspects is described as a black male, approximately 6 feet 1 to 6 feet 2 inches tall, weighing possibly 120 lbs, wearing all black clothing. The second suspect is described as a black male, 6 feet 3 to 6 feet 6 inches tall, weighing approximately 150 lbs, wearing a black shirt and khaki pants.

This crime is under investigation. Anyone with information on this case is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

October 21, 2009

3 Arrested for Trafficking

Bibb County Drug Investigators conducted a traffic stop on Hawkinsville Road and made three arrests after seizing approximately 43 grams of crack cocaine, which has a street value of $5,375, and also $692.00 in currency.

The following were arrested and charged with Trafficking:

1) Delvin Enoch, 30 years old from Macon.

2) Jamarl Portis, 23 years old from Macon.

3) Eric Dickey, 31 years old from Warner Robins.

All three are being held in the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center without bond.

Anyone with any information in regards to this case is asked to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office 1-478-746-9441 or the Macon Regional Crimestoppers 1-877-68CRIME.

October 20, 2009

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in reference to 2 recent burglaries which occurred at the Capitol Cycle, located at 4950 Mercer University Drive. The individuals broke into Capitol Cycle and stole 2 motorcycles on October 9, 2009 around 2:45 am. The suspects broke into the store a second time on October 10, 2009 around 1:58am, stealing four more motorcycles. The following motorcycles were taken:

1) 2009, blue Yamaha TTR 110 EY , V.I.N. # JYACE25Y89A010951

2) 2008, orange KTM 50 SX JR, V.I.N. # VBKMRA2388M040172

3) 2007, blue Yamaha TTR 50, V.I.N. # LBPCA01Y770023899

4) 2009, green Kawasaki model KX65, #8, V.I.N. # JKBKXEAC398065609

5) 2006, green Kawasaki, model KX65, NDVIN modified frame. V.I.N. # none given.

6) 2008, Honda CDF 70, V.I.N. # JH2AE02099K101732.

Anyone with information leading to the arrests of the suspects involved with this burglary or any information where the motorcycles can be recovered is urged to call the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or the Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68-CRIME.

October 1, 2009

Bibb Sheriff’s Drug Investigators Arrest Three for Drug Trafficking

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Drug Investigators, S.W.A.T. Team, and with the assistance of the Jones County Sheriff’s Office, served a search warrant, yesterday afternoon at 548 Green Place which is located in the Fort Hill area of east Macon.

Investigators seized 3 assault rifles (1 AK-47 & 2 S.K.S.), 5 pistols, 3 ecstasy pills, ¾ to 1 pound of marijuana, and $2,187.00 in cash. The street value of the marijuana is approximately $2,400.

Three arrests made in connection with the search warrant were:

1) Reginald Emory, 27 years old of Macon, charged with Probation Violation Superior Court, Possession of Firearm during Felony by Convicted Felon, Possession of Firearm during a Commission of a Felony, Drugs Schedule 1 Possession with the Intent to distribute, and Possession of Marijuana with the Intent to distribute.

2) Renalda Lewis, 34 years old of Macon, charged with Probation Violation Superior Court, Simple Battery Family Violence, Possession of a Firearm during Felony by a Convicted Felon, Possession of a Firearm during the Commission of a Felony, Drugs Schedule 1 Possession with the Intent to distribute, and Marijuana with the Intent to Distribute.

3) Christopher Grant, 28 years old of Macon, charged with Possession of a Firearm during the Commission of a Felony, Drugs Schedule 1 Possession to distribute, and Marijuana with the Intent to Distribute.

Bibb Sheriff Jerry Modena said this is an ongoing investigation to curtail illegal drugs in the city and county. The Sheriff is proud of the work that these investigators have done and continue to do.

October 1, 2009

Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Mourns Death of Deputy Alex French IV

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office mourns the loss of 31 year old Deputy Sheriff Alex French, IV. Deputy French was serving his second overseas tour of duty with the Georgia Army National Guard when he was killed in action by a roadside bomb in Afghanistan. Deputy French had been on this deployment since May 2008.

Deputy French was a 7-year veteran of the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, most recently assigned to the Booking area of the Corrections Division. His supervisors and co-workers describe him as being “dependable,” “eager,” and “enthusiastic” toward his job.

Bibb Sheriff Jerry Modena stated that his heart goes out to the family of Deputy French, as we all suffer the tremendous loss of such an honorable and noble young man.

September 28, 2009

Missing Person

The Bibb Sheriff’s Office is asking for help in a missing person’s case. James Allen Leaptrot, age 70, has been missing since 8am this morning. Leaptrot is reported to have Alzheimer’s and was last seen having breakfast at the Chevron gas station at the corner of Houston Road and Hartley Bridge Road.

Leaptrot is described as a white male, clean shaven, blue eyes and grayish brown hair. He is 5 feet 10 inches tall, weighing approximately 230 lbs. It was reported that he is wearing a flannel shirt (unknown color), blue jeans, and brown shoes.

Leaptrot was last seen driving a light blue Jeep Command Cherokee with a silver toolbox on the back. The tag number for the vehicle is 20036QD. The vehicle has a dent on the driver’s side door and on the tail gate. It was reported that Leaptrot could possibly be in the Fort Valley area.

Anyone with information regarding this case is urged to call the Bibb Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441.

September 24, 2009

West Bibb County Meet, Eat, & Greet

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office will be hosting “Crime Day Out” on Saturday, September 26, 2009 at the West Bibb County Substation from 10 am to noon. The purpose of this free event is for a West Bibb County Meet, Greet, and Eat.

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office will have vehicles and equipment on display. The Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen and Supervisors that work in the West Bibb County area will be at this event sharing information about the Neighborhood Watch Programs in the area and meeting the public. There will be fresh hamburgers and hotdogs fresh off the grill and plenty of prizes to be given away! Again, this event is free of charge.

The West Bibb County Substation is located at 8097 Lower Thomaston Road. (At the North Lizella Road Intersection.) Hope to see you there!!!

September 22, 2009

Cocaine Trafficking Arrest

The Bibb County Narcotics and Vice Unit arrested 32 year old Timothy Dewayne Ross of Macon after a traffic stop on Broadway near Flamingo Avenue. Investigators seized approximately 41 grams of crack cocaine from the vehicle and $980.00 cash .The street value of the crack cocaine is around $5,125.

Ross is currently being held at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center for Cocaine Trafficking and Superior Court Probation Violation.

September 17, 2009

Bibb County NVU Arrests

The Bibb County Narcotics and Vice Unit made three arrests around 12:00p.m this afternoon, while serving a search warrant at 5723 Satterfield Drive in the Village Green area. Investigators seized approximately 13 ounces of packaged and unpackaged marijuana with a street value of approximately $2,600. Scales and baggies which were used to package the marijuana were seized. The investigators also seized a small amount of ecstasy, un-labeled prescription pills, $8,870 in cash, a bullet resistant vest and some .45 caliber bullets. No guns were found.

The suspects listed below were arrested and transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center:

1) Nathaniel Bernard Gordy - 21 years old (male) from Macon, charged with Marijuana with the Intent to Distribute and Possession of Schedule 1 drugs.

2) Derrian D. Gordy- 25 years old (male) from Macon, charged with Marijuana with the Intent to Distribute.

3) Xavier Hollander Perkins- 26 years old (female) from Macon, charged with Marijuana with the Intent to Distribute.

Anyone with information in regards to this investigation is asked to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

Wednesday September 16, 2009

Traffic Fatality in South Bibb County

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a fatal traffic accident which occurred around 6:40a.m., this morning. Nathan Beiswenger, age 26 of Bibb County, was jogging (west – towards Goodall Mill Road) on the 4200 block of Sardis Church Road. Witness statements said that when Beiswenger saw a vehicle heading (east- towards Houston Road),he moved over to the right lane, he apparently did not see or hear the 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche, driven by a 48 year old, Ricky Hulett of south Bibb County, which fatally hit Beiswenger from behind. There are no charges pending at this time.

This fatal accident is still under investigation by the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Fatality Investigators. Beiswenger was pronounced dead, on scene, by Coroner Leon Jones at 7:20a.m.

Tuesday September 15, 2009

Identity Request..

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the above individual. On September 11, 2009 around 5:15pm, a Macon resident went to the Marathon gas station located at 6199 Thomaston Road. He accidentally left his wallet on top of the gas pumps.

He returned to the gas station and began to search for his wallet. He spoke with management and reviewed the video. The store video showed a dark colored Ford Explorer as the next vehicle to pull up to the same gas pump. The vehicle was driven by a black male wearing a white t-shirt and dark colored jeans. The suspect then went into the store, prepaid for his gas, and returned to the gas pumps. When the suspect began to pump his gas, he saw the wallet and picked it up. He appeared as if he was putting it back when he suddenly puts the wallet into his front pants pocket. The suspect gets into his vehicle and drives away.

Anyone with information in identifying this suspect is asked to call the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 1-478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers 1-877-68CRIME.

Sunday September 13, 2009

1 Teen & 2 Juveniles Arrested

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen responded to the Apple Valley subdivision, in east Bibb County, around 06:10a.m. on Sunday morning. It was reported that 17 year old Davares Jerrelle Evans of Macon and two 14 year old juveniles, both from Macon, stole a vehicle and began to enter autos in the Apple Valley subdivision.

41 year old, Dennis Terry, who is a Macon Police Officer, was inside of his residence and heard a disturbance outside. When Terry went outside he saw Evans pointing a handgun at him. Terry went back into his residence and retrieved his handgun. Once Terry went back out to the street, Evans and the two juveniles had already gotten back into the stolen vehicle and attempted to run him over as they fled the area. In fear for his life, Terry shot at the vehicle, striking the vehicle once.

The vehicle left the subdivision and was recovered on Riggins Mill Road, by officers who were in the area. One of the 14 year old juveniles was captured. Evans and the other juvenile fled the scene. Upon further investigation Evans and the other juvenile were apprehended by Bibb County Criminal Investigators. No one was injured during this incident.

Evans is being charged with Criminal Trespass, Theft by Taking Auto, and two counts of Aggravated Assault ( 1st count =Aggravated Assault pointing a pistol, 2^nd count = Aggravated Assault with motor vehicle).

The two juveniles were arrested and taken to the Youth Detention Center and both are charged with Aggravated Assault with a Motor Vehicle and Theft by Taking Auto.

This case is still under investigation by the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Anyone with information on this case is urged to call the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 1-478-746-9441 or the Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

Friday September 11, 2009

Update on West Bibb County Shooting

A second person has been arrested in connection with the shooting which occurred earlier this morning. Christopher Eugene Harris, 32 years of age from Lizella was arrested and charged with one count of Aggravated Assault.

According to witnesses statements Jonathan Russell Curtis and a Christopher Harris have been having heated arguments over a friend who was involved in a wreck the week prior. Early this morning, Curtis and Harris planned to meet somewhere near the intersection of Fulton Mill Road and Mt. Pleasant Church Road.

When Curtis arrived in the area of Fulton Mill Road in his black Mitsubishi 3000, Harris pulled behind him in a burgundy Ford Pick up truck. Harris allegedly shot at Curtis from his vehicle. Curtis attempted to flee and turned onto Michael Drive. A white Honda Accord driven by Neal Adkison, (* note this is the correct spelling of his name), pulled out of the Carr’s convenient store; Mark Thomas Strickland was the passenger. They got behind Harris and followed Curtis down Michael Drive. The three vehicles sped down Michael Drive until they reached its intersection with Rogers Road. The Mitsubishi slid to a stop, the burgundy truck sped away from the area and the white Honda pulled beside the Mitsubishi. According to investigators, Curtis shot at the white Honda Accord, striking Adkison and Strickland. Curtis left the scene.

A female arrived on scene and took Adkison to the Carr’s Store. She flagged down deputies when they arrived in the area. Strickland left the scene on foot and was later found at a relative’s house, near the location of the incident.

Adkison and Strickland were transported to a local hospital and are in stable condition from gunshot wounds.

Investigators received information which led to the arrest of 23 year old Jonathan Russell Curtis not long after the incident occurred. Curtis is currently being held at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center for two counts of Aggravated Assault.

Anyone with any information in reference to this case is urged to call the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 1-478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

Friday, September 11, 2009

Shooting Incident in West Bibb County

Bibb County Sheriff’s Patrolmen responded to a call of shots fired in west Bibb County this morning, around 6:49a.m. Neal Adkins, 32 yrs old and Mark Thomas Strickland 26 years old, both from Macon, were transported to a local hospital after an early morning shooting at the corner of Michael Drive and Roger’s Road.

A short time later, Bibb Investigators arrested 23 year old Jonathan Russell Curtis, of Jones County, in connection with the shooting. Curtis is currently being held at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center and being charged with two counts of Aggravated Assault.

Adkins and Strickland are at the hospital receiving medical treatment for their gun shot wounds.

This investigation is still on going and more arrests are pending.

Anyone with information in reference to this case is urged to call the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

Saturday September 5, 2009

Bibb County Investigators with the assistance of Bibb County District Attorney’s Office, Southeast Regional Fugitive Task Force, Macon Police Department and the Macon Regional Crime Stoppers arrested 16 year old Javone Malik Taylor in connection with the murder and armed robbery of Jaymale Patel in the parking lot of the Race Way, located on Mercer University.

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen and investigators responded to a call of a personal armed robbery, shortly after midnight, where the victim, 26 year old Jaymale Patel of Sandersville was reported to be shot. This incident occurred in the parking lot of the Race Way, located at 5127 Mercer University Drive, in west Bibb County. Witnesses stated that Patel was being dropped off by a friend so that he could ride home with his brother. The business had just closed as he arrived.

When Patel exited the vehicle, a black male, approximately 5 feet 8 inches in height, wearing a black hat, white shirt with a black back pack across his shoulder, and khaki pants approached his location from one of the gas pumps, where the lights had been turned off due to the business closing.

The suspect brandished a silver gun and demanded that Patel give him money. Patel complied and gave up his wallet which was empty. The suspect demanded money again. The suspect then turned shooting twice, hitting Patel once in the upper arm and again in the head. The suspect ran towards Mercer University Drive.

Patel was transported to the hospital by ambulance and is reported to be in critical condition.

At 4:45am Friday morning, Bibb County Sheriff’s Deputies seized one vehicle and have four men that are being questioned in reference to the personal armed robbery of Jaymale Patel.

At 5:54am Friday morning, Jaymale Patel was pronounced dead while in surgery by Dr. Foret.

Investigators continued to work vigorously throughout the day questioning suspects and gathering information in reference this case. Information gathered led the investigators to the arrest of 16 year old Javone Malik Taylor of Macon. Taylor will be charged with Felony Murder, Armed Robbery, and Possession of a Firearm by an Under Aged Person, and Criminal Attempt to Commit Carjacking. Taylor is currently being held at the Youth Detention Center. He will have his first appearance hearing before a Superior Court Judge soon.

The four individuals who were brought in for questioning were cooperative and were released from custody. None of the four are being charged in connection with this crime.

As result of the continuing investigation, deputies recovered a handgun and other evidence associated in crime, in a field near the Race Way.

Sheriff Modena stated that he was very proud of the dedication, hard work, and the long hours that these deputies put forth during this investigation. The Sheriff again would like to ask the citizens of Macon and Bibb County to just be aware of your surroundings when out late at night.

Anyone that has any information in reference to the incident is urged to call the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crime Stoppers t 1-877-68-CRIME

Friday September 4, 2009

Personal Armed Robbery

* Update* - At 4:45 this morning, Bibb County Sheriff’s Deputies seized one vehicle and have 4 men that are being questioned in connection with the personal armed robbery of Jaymal Patel. More information will be given as the investigation progresses.

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen and investigators responded to a call of a personal armed robbery, shortly after midnight, where the victim, 26 year old Jaymal Patel of Milledgeville was reported to be shot. This incident occurred in the parking lot of the Race Way, located at 5127 Mercer University Drive, in west Bibb County. Witnesses stated that Patel was being dropped off by a friend so that he could ride home with his brother. Patel’s brother is a clerk at the Race Way. The business had just closed as he arrived.

Patel was transported to the hospital by ambulance and is reported to be in critical condition. The Indian community is putting up a $1000 reward for any information leading to the arrest of the shooter.

This case is under investigation. Anyone with information in reference to the case is asked to call the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

Wednesday September 2, 2009

2 Arrested for Burglary

Bibb County Sheriff’s Patrol Deputy’s Shane Howard and Beverly Moore arrested two men for burglarizing the Krystal’s restaurant, located at 6225 Zebulon Road.

The Sheriff’s Office received a call shortly after 2a.m. in the morning from a passing motorist that two black males were climbing in and out of the drive-thru window of the Krystal’s restaurant. When deputies arrived, the two suspects ran out of the back door of the restaurant and a short foot chase ensued. The suspects were apprehended in the Walgreen’s parking lot. An undisclosed amount of cash was recovered from the burglary and the suspects were arrested and taken to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center.

24 year old Antwon Jerrod Rideaux of Macon and 25 year old Antwan Terrell Walker of

Forsyth, were both arrested for Burglary.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office or Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

Thursday August 27, 2009

Armed Robbery

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery which occurred late Wednesday night, around 11:23pm, at the “Circle K”, located at 4471 Ocmulgee Boulevard in east Bibb County.

The complainant stated that 2 light skinned black males entered the convenient store, both wearing gray hooded jackets, black pants, with gray bandanas covering their faces. The suspects demanded money. One of the suspects brandished a black handgun. The suspects took the cash drawer with an undisclosed amount of cash inside of it and grabbed some Newport cigarettes and Swisher Sweets cigars. The suspects ran out of the store and towards the rear of the building.

A possible suspect vehicle which was seen in the area during the time of the incident is a silver Ford Crown Victoria with several occupants.

This crime is under investigation. Anyone with information on this case is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office or the Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

Saturday August 22, 2009

Robbery By Force

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen responded to a robbery by force call at the G&B Amusements, located at 6230 Hawkinsville Road, just before 4pm. The suspect is described as a white male in his 30’s, 5 feet 9 inches to 5 feet 10 inches in height, approximately 140 lbs, with short dark brown hair. The suspect was wearing khaki shorts and a tan t-shirt with some type of design on the front. The suspect also talks with a rough loud sounding voice.

The suspect walked into G&B Amusements and asked the clerk if he would show him some pool sticks. When the clerk came from around the counter the suspect grabbed him from behind and stated that he had a knife, telling the clerk that he would cut him if he did not give him the money from the register. A knife was never displayed. The suspect forced the clerk behind the counter, the clerk attempted to open the register and fell to the ground. The clerk was hit in the head with an unknown object. The suspect grabbed an undisclosed amount of money from the register and ran out the front door.

The clerk was transported to the hospital and is in stable condition. This case is under investigation. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 746-9441 or Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

Thursday August 20, 2009

Arrests made in recent XMart Case

The Bibb Sheriff’s Office made two arrests in connection with the alleged XMart Armed Robbery which occurred on Sunday night, August 16, 2009. Bibb County Sheriff’s Investigators Ali Seckinger and Frank Thomas arrested 21 year old, Randy Joseph Clark, for False Report of a Crime and Fiduciary Theft and 19 year old Russell Alan Lewis Jr. for Theft by Taking (Felony).

Sergeant Brad Wolfe responded with other deputies to the Armed Robbery which allegedly occurred at the XMart, located at 2025 Emory Highway on Sunday night. Sergeant Wolfe was patrolling the area earlier in the night. He was using the Sheriff’s Office newest tool in fighting crime, the “Automatic License Plate Recognition System”. Sergeant Wolfe remembered seeing a white 90’s model Honda Accord pull out of the XMart parking lot onto Emory Highway Sunday night. While Sergeant Wolfe was traveling behind the Honda Accord, the Automatic License Plate Recognition System took a photograph of the vehicle and tag, recording the vehicle’s information into a database system.

Sergeant Wolfe spotted the same vehicle on Monday evening and conducted a traffic stop. Wolfe asked the driver, Russell Alan Lewis Jr., if he was on Emory Highway Sunday night. Lewis said, “No”.

Wolfe checked the Automatic License Plate Recognition System computer and saw that Lewis lied. The information was turned over to investigators and they followed up by going to Lewis’ apartment. When investigators knocked on Lewis’ door, his roommate Randy Joseph Clark answered. It was found that Clark is the clerk at the XMart who claimed that the store was robbed on Sunday evening.

After interviewing Clark and Lewis, investigators concluded that the store employee and his roommate planned the theft. Both subjects were arrested Wednesday evening.

Anyone with information in reference to this case is asked to call the Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or the Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

Thursday August 20, 2009

Bibb County Sheriff’s NVU New Conference Release

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and Vice Unit along with the assistance of the Houston County Sheriff’s Office, the Bibb County District Attorney’s Office, the Prosecuting Attorney’s Council, the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, the Macon Police Department’s Narcotics Unit, Macon Probation Office and the South Eastern Regional Fugitive Task Force conducted a six week long investigation into a methamphetamine (ICE) distribution organization being ran by Jason Allan Robertson, 9765 Zora Place, Macon, Georgia. Jason Robertson was distributing methamphetamine in the Macon and Warner Robins/Houston County area.

As of this date the investigation has led to the arrest of eight individuals who face charges ranging from Trafficking Methamphetamine, Conspiracy to Traffic Methamphetamine, Conspiracy to Distribute Methamphetamine and Conspiracy to Possess Methamphetamine. These individuals may also face additional charges ranging from Trafficking Methamphetamine and Firearm charges once the investigation is finished. Several other individuals have been identified as being involved with Jason Allan Robertson and some of these individuals could also face charges.

Investigators have seized approximately four ounces of methamphetamine, approximately six ounces of marijuana, prescription narcotics, approximately ten thousand dollars in cash, seven automobiles, a pontoon boat and two personal watercrafts and upwards of fifty firearms. Several of the firearms have already been determined to have been stolen in the middle Georgia area. One of the firearms seized in the investigation was an AK-47 variant assault rifle that has been altered to function as a fully automatic assault rifle. There were also several “homemade” noise suppressors for the firearms. Investigators recovered a stolen ATV and also seized a John Deere riding lawn mower, several cordless power tools, hand tools and landscaping tools of which some are believed to be stolen.

Individuals that have been arrested thus far in the investigation are as follows:

1) Jason Allan Robertson W/M

9765 Zora Place

Macon, Georgia

DOB: 08-14-1977

2) Michael Anthony Boselie W/M

104 Shamrock Court

Bonaire, Georgia

DOB: 03-21-1977

3) Anthony Eugene Britt W/M

2554 Allen Road

Macon, Georgia

DOB: 12-30-1

4) Billy Michael Smith W/M

1561 Engle Drive

Macon, Georgia

DOB: 10-08-1979

5) Ricky James Yasutake W/M

1800 Wesleyan Drive, Apartment 115

Macon, Georgia

DOB: 01-05-1963

6) Joshua Duane Oglesby W/M (Stopped in Monroe County, bond is set at $1,000,000...)

803 Arrowhead Trail (56.8 grams of methamphetamine $ 7400. street value)

Warner Robins, Georgia

DOB: 03-08-1979

7) Charles William Farrow II W/M

100 Hawthorne Road

Warner Robins, Georgia

DOB: 10-09-1983

8) Cassandra Searan Britt W/F

2554 Allen Road

Macon, Georgia

Wednesday August 19, 2009

Media Conference Invitation

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office will be holding a media conference at 2pm on Thursday, August 20, 2009. The media conference will be held at the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, 668 Oglethorpe Street, on the second floor, in the conference room. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Narcotics and Vice Unit headed up a multi-jurisdictional operation where several arrests have been made and more arrests pending. The Narcotics and Vice Unit seized a large amount of weapons, currency, several vehicles, various drugs, and stolen property.

A portion of these items are going to be on display. The Sheriff and various members of the Narcotics and Vice Unit will be in attendance to discuss the operation.

Sunday August 16, 2009

Armed Robbery

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery that occurred at the XMart, located at 2025 Emory Highway, shortly before midnight on Sunday night August 16, 2009. The suspect is a black male, approximately 5 feet to 5 feet 2 inches tall with a medium build. The suspect was wearing a black hood, with only the eye areas cut out, a white tank top shirt, black pants, and dirty white socks over his arms and hands.

The suspect entered the store, told the clerk that he had a gun. The suspect made the clerk go into a front room closed the door and then he took an undisclosed amount of cash from the cash register. The suspect fled the store on foot. No one was injured during the incident.

This crime is under investigation. Anyone with information on this case is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crime stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

Sunday, August 16, 2009

PERSONAL ARMED ROBBERY

Bibb County Sheriff’s Patrolmen and Investigators responded to a report of a personal armed robbery which occurred at the corner of Columbus Road and Brookhaven Road around 3:19 PM Sunday afternoon August 16.

Darien Wiggins, 17 years old from Macon, was walking up Columbus Road, when two men approached him, both brandishing handguns and demanding money. Mr. Wiggin’s pulled out his wallet. The suspects snatched the wallet away from Mr. Wiggins and ran down Brookhaven Road, headed towards Eisenhower Parkway. Mr. Wiggins was not injured during the robbery.

One of the suspects was described as a black male in his early 20’s, medium complexion, with dreadlocks and a goatee. He was approximately 6 feet tall and he had a medium build. The suspect was wearing a white t-shirt and blue jeans.

The second suspect was described as a black male in his early 20’s, dark complexion, short haircut and a full beard. He was approximately 5 feet 9 inches tall with a medium build. The suspect was also wearing a white t-shirt and blue jeans.

Anyone with information pertaining to this case is asked to contact Bibb Sheriff’s Office at (478) 746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-(877)-68CRIME.

Wednesday, August 12, 2009

3 Arrested for conspiracy to commit armed robbery

The Bibb Sheriff’s Office received a call of an armed robbery in progress at 9:10pm Tuesday evening, at the Arby’s located at 3100 Riverside Drive.

Deputy Johnny Rowe arrived on scene at 9:13 p.m. and found two customers fighting with the suspect. Investigator Ali Seckinger was off duty, responded to the Arby’s, arriving just after Deputy Rowe and assisted in the arrest of 21 year old Zantory Williams of Macon.

Two Tennessee men were passing through Macon when they decided to stop at the Arby’s for supper. Williams walked into the Arby’s brandishing a small handgun in an attempt to rob the restaurant. The two Tennessee men tried to disarm Williams and began to fight with him until Deputy Rowe and Investigator Seckinger arrived.

Others were arrested in connection with this crime.19 year old Kenneth Lamar Holmes and 23 year old Twanndolynne Shantavias Towns, both from Macon. Holmes and Towns were charged with conspiracy to commit armed robbery.

Williams refused medical treatment for minor injuries and was transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center and charged with conspiracy to commit armed robbery and 2 counts of aggravated assault.

One of the two Tennessee men received minor injuries and was transported to the hospital for treatment.

This case remains under investigation.

Monday, August 10, 2009

Drowning at the Ocmulgee River

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen, along with Macon-Bibb Fire Department Rescue Divers, Rangers from the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, and Agents with the United States Fish and Wildlife, responded to a possible drowning at about 9:00 p.m. Sunday evening.

Witnesses’ stated that 47 year old Gary Lee Hutto of Macon was attending a social gathering in the Bond Swamp area of the Ocmulgee River when he walked across a sand bar stepping into a deep part of the water and went under.

Around 10:00 a.m. this morning the Rangers with Department of Natural Resources located Hutto’s body approximately 30 feet from the sand bar in about 15 to 18 feet of water while dragging the river.

August 9, 2009

Armed Robbery

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery that occurred at the XMart, located at 2025 Emory Highway, shortly before 9 a.m. this morning. The suspect is a black male, approximately 5 feet 7 inches to 5 feet 8 inches tall with a slender build. The suspect was wearing a black hooded sweat shirt, a black bandana covering his face, black dickie pants, black gloves, and white shoes.

The suspect entered the store, brandished a black handgun and then demanded money from the cash register. After receiving an undisclosed amount of cash, the suspect made the clerk lie down on the floor. The suspect fled the store on foot. No one was injured during the incident.

This crime is under investigation. Anyone with information on this case is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crime stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

Thursday August 6, 2009

Armed Robbery in West Bibb County

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen responded to an Armed Robbery call where one person was shot in the leg at the West Club Apartments, located at 159 Steven’s Drive, Building #15, at Apartment 103, in West Bibb County, shortly before midnight.

According to witnesses, 2 of the victims, 25 year old, Larry Dixon and 24 years old, Iockeim Freeman, both from Macon, were standing outside of apartment 103.

3 black males approached their location, described as being approximately 5feet 7 inches to 5 feet 9 inches tall and possibly in their 20’s. The suspects were wearing all black clothing and had black ski mask covering their faces as they approached Dixon and Freeman. The 3 black male suspects’ brandished 2 rifles and 1 small handgun telling Dixon and Freeman get on the ground as the suspects demanded money. The suspects took an undisclosed amount of money from the two victims.

As the Dixon and Freeman were still lying on the ground the suspects began to kick in the door at apartment 103. As they tried to make entry a third victim, 46 year old Antonio Black of Macon was standing inside of the doorway. Black tried to flee when one of the masked gunmen shot him in his lower right leg.

The 3 suspects fled the scene on foot and ran towards the adjacent community, Lucille Driskell Dr.

Mr. Black was transported to the hospital for non life threatening injuries to the leg and the other two victims were checked out by paramedics.

This case is under investigation. If you have any information in reference to this case we urge you to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at (478)746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1(877)68CRIME.

Thursday August 6, 2009

Shooting incident in West Bibb County

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen responded to a report of shots fired in West Bibb County this morning around 10:26a.m... 21 year old Matthew Jones of Macon was visiting his girlfriend, 20 year old, Lachina Brown at 128 Bobby Jones Boulevard when this incident occurred.

According to witnesses the suspect is described as a black male approximately 5 feet 8 inches tall, slender build, wearing a red “skull” cap, red bandana covering his face, a long dingy black shirt and blue jeans. The suspect started to knock loudly on the victim’s front door and windows of the residence. The suspect brandished a chrome handgun, yelling that he knew the victims were in the house and then began to shoot towards this side of the house. The suspect fled the scene on foot. No injuries reported.

This case is currently under investigation. Anyone with information in reference to this case is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or the Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

July 27, 2009

Armed Robbery

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery that occurred at the Family Dollar, located at 3656 Jeffersonville Road, around 8:30pm this evening.

Two masked gunmen entered the Family Dollar store one brandished a nickel plated handgun, the other, a long rifle. The suspects demanded money from the cash register. After receiving an undisclosed amount of cash, both suspects fled the store on foot. No one was harmed during this incident.

One of the suspects is described as a black male, 5 feet 6 inches tall, wearing black t-shirt, khaki pants and wearing gloves with the fingers cut out. The second suspect is described as a black male, 5 feet 9 inches tall, wearing a tan or gray sleeveless t-shirt, with black pants and black shoes.

This crime is under investigation. Anyone with information on this case is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

July 27, 2009

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrol Deputies responded to a request for assistance from the Peach County Sheriff’s Office, Saturday morning, around 3:30am. The Peach County Sheriff’s Office reported that they were in pursuit of black Toyota Tundra on I- 75 as they entered into Bibb County. The vehicle was traveling at a high rate of speed and without lights on. The vehicle turned onto I-475 and continued north. Bibb Deputies joined the pursuit with Peach County Deputies.

Bibb Sheriff’s Deputy Johnny Rowe, while responding to the pursuit, left the roadway and collided with the guard rail on I-475, just north of I-75. Deputy Rowe was transported to the hospital for treatment and observation of non life threatening injuries.

The Georgia State Patrol ended the pursuit on I-475 near the Thomaston Road exit. The suspect fled on foot and was immediately captured. 45 year old, Tracy Lamar Billingslea of Warner Robins was arrested and currently being held in the Peach County jail. Upon completion of the investigation charges will be pending in Bibb County.

Monday July 27, 2009

Bibb Death Investigation

Bibb County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to Woodfield Drive at 9:35 am this morning in reference to the accidental shooting death of 85 year old E.J. Fried, of Macon. Mr. Fried was towing a jeep that had a loaded shotgun mounted on its dash. Fried pulled over and attempted to remove the shotgun. Investigators believe that the trigger caught the mount and suddenly discharged, striking Mr. Fried in the chest. According to witnesses’ statements, it appears to be accidental. This case still remains under investigation.

Friday, July 24, 2009

2 Arrests made in connection with the Robert Saxby Murder

Two additional arrests have been made in connection with the Robert Saxby murder, which occurred at the Polly’s Mirage located at 3260 Jeffersonville Road in East Bibb County back in February.

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators arrested 22 year old, Joe Celery Polk III on Wednesday evening and a 29 year old, Orin Threatt on Thursday morning; both from Macon.

Saxby died in February after being assaulted in the parking lot of Polly’s Mirage, located on Jeffersonville Road. Witnesses stated that several suspects hit and kicked Saxby and he collapsed in an adjacent parking lot shortly after.

In June, the medical examiner ruled 31 year old, Robert Saxby’s death, a homicide with the official cause of death resulting from a cardio-respiratory complication from a cerebral concussion. Seven warrants were issued for Felony Murder.

With the assistance of the Southeast Regional Fugitive Task Force, six arrests were made. The seventh suspect turned himself over to a Bibb County Sheriff’s Patrolman.

The investigation led the Bibb County Sheriff’s Investigators, with the assistance of the Southeast Regional Fugitive Task Force, to the recent arrests of Joe Celery Polk III and Orin Threatt in connection with this murder. Polk is charged with Felony Murder, and Threatt is being held for Felony Murder and Probation Violation Superior Court. Both subjects are being held at the Bibb Law Enforcement Center without bond.

The nine suspects listed below have been arrested for Felony Murder in reference to this case:

1.) Balkcom, Gilbert, 30 year old

2.) Balkcom, William Andrew, 29 year old

3.) Balkcom, India Octavia, 31 year old

4.) Adams, Maurice Jacquez, 24 year old

5.) Adams, Ralphel Ramone, 32 year old

6.) Iverson, Felesha Denise, 28 year old

7.) Cole, Johnathan Cole, 27 year old

8.) Polk, Celery Joe, 22 year old

9.) Threatt, Orin, 29 year old

Any information regarding this case please call the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

Thursday July 23, 2009

Arrest Made in Armed Robbery Case

Wednesday morning, Bibb County Sheriff’s Investigator Eli Taylor took into custody 27 year old, William Jeffery Lowder Jr., of Macon, and charged him with Armed Robbery in connection with last Saturday's (July 18) holdup at the Xmart adult book at 2025 Emory Highway.

This crime is currently under investigation and additional arrests are possible.

Anyone with information on this case is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crime stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

July 19, 2009

Bibb Sheriff’s Office N.V.U. Arrest

Bibb County Sheriff’s Deputies and Investigators with the Bibb County Sheriff’s Narcotics and Vice Unit acted on information received in reference to marijuana being grown and cultivated on the property of 3352 Riggins Mill Road. Deputies discovered 110 marijuana plants, which could bring in a total street value of $250,000 to $300,000. The marijuana was planted in different areas throughout the property. 54 year old, Leon Burroughs, who lives at that address, was arrested on scene for Manufacturing Marijuana. This case is still under investigation and further arrests are pending.

Leon Burroughs is currently being held at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center, without bond, for the charges of Manufacturing Marijuana and Probation Violation Superior Court.

Sunday, July 19, 2009

Drowning at Lake Tobosofkee

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen, along with Lake Tobosofkee Rangers, and officers from the Georgia Department of Natural Resources responded to a possible drowning at about 7:45 p.m. Sunday evening. A witness stated that 49 year old, James Tyson of Warner Robins went with a friend to a private boat house on Lake Tobosofkee to test a scuba diving breathing apparatus. Tyson was last seen diving underwater around 6:15 p.m.

A friend of Tyson’s stood by at the boat dock, waiting for Tyson to resurface. The friend became concerned after not seeing any signs of Tyson and called 911. Tobosofkee Rangers and the officers from the Georgia Department of Natural Resources began to search the area where Tyson entered the lake. At 9:40 p.m. Tyson’s body was found in approximately 15 feet of water, around 40 feet from the boat house.

July 18, 2009

Armed Robbery

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery that occurred at the XMart, located at 2025 Emory Highway, shortly after 9 a.m. this morning. The suspect is a black male, approximately 5 feet 5 inches to 5 feet 6 inches tall, wearing a black baseball cap, panty hose over his head, sunglasses, and wearing a camouflage bandana over his mouth, he was also wearing a black shirt and black jeans.

The suspect entered the store, brandished a black handgun and then demanded money from the cash register. After receiving an undisclosed amount of cash, the suspect fled the store on foot. He was last seen running on Emory Highway headed into the City of Macon. No one was injured during the incident.

This crime is under investigation. Anyone with information on this case is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crime stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

July 17, 2009

7 Suspects Arrested for Illegal Door to Door Sales Scam

On the evening of July 8^th, Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies arrested seven suspects on charges of Soliciting without a License. The suspects had been soliciting magazine subscriptions in the Sandusky Circle and Rogers Road areas that evening. A local resident searched for and found two of the suspects then demanded his check back after writing it for subscriptions then discovering shortly afterward, less than flattering reports on the company they claimed to represent (Atlantic Circulation). The two suspects fled with the check. Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies and members of the Middle Georgia REACT combined efforts later in the evening to find seven of the “salespersons” in a dark colored Ford Expedition bearing a local used car drive out tag.

In many of the reports the Bibb Sheriff’s Office receives on this group, their strategy is usually to claim that they are neighbors of the resident and selling subscriptions for college. At least one of the seven arrestees in this case has outstanding warrants from Florida for an alleged distraction type theft that took place in the home of a potential customer. The advice of the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office as always is not to interact with or encourage illegal door to door salespersons. Most products sold by these groups can be purchased locally or on-line at comparable prices. Under no circumstances should you allow solicitors into your home. A Bibb County ordinance requires that door to door solicitors obtain a permit from the county and that the permit is visible during the sales practices.

The attachment contains mug shots of the seven arrested. Three of the suspects were still in the Bibb County Jail as of 1:30 this afternoon. The bond amounts were $650 each.

ARRESTED:

Joshua Smith - Land o’ Lakes, Fla

John Richardson -(driver) Macon

Todd Rayno -Land o’ Lakes, Fla

Genevieve Gibbs -Gettysburg, Pa

Amber Kincaind – Palm Bay, Fla

Courtney Goodman-Meloy- Port St., Fla.

Jesus Meza – San Luis, Az.

Lt. George Meadows, the supervisor of the Crime Prevention Unit, assisted in this investigation. He suggests readers to go to this website for more information on this scam.

http://ripoffreport.com/reports/0/043/ripoff0043496.htm

July 17, 2009

East Macon Shooting Investigation

Bibb County Sheriff’s Patrolmen responded to shooting incident in East Bibb County early this morning. Patrolmen spoke with 17 year old, Shelby Kennedy and 21 year old, Phillip Lowe, both from Macon. Both stated that as they were walking down Hitchcock Road, 2 black males occupying a black, boxed styled Chevrolet Caprice drove by and began to shoot at them. Phillip Lowe was struck in the left hand and was transported to the Medical Center of Central Georgia by paramedics where he received medical treatment. Shelby Kennedy was not injured.

This case remains under investigation. Any information regarding this case please call the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441.

July 17, 2009

6 Juveniles Arrested After Weekend Crime Spree

Bibb County Sheriff Investigators, working in coalition with the Macon-Bibb Fire Department, charged 6 juveniles for several crimes which occurred over the 4^th of July weekend. The juveniles’ ages range from 13 to 16 years old.

On Saturday, July 4^th, 2009, an old bath house which was located in a wooded area off of Camp Fire Road, in Lake Wildwood, was set on fire and burnt to the ground. Investigators from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office and the Arson Investigators from the Macon-Bibb County Fire Department responded to incident and determined that the fire was started intentionally.

In the early morning hours of Sunday, July 5^th, 2009, the soccer field’s concession building at Stratford Academy was burglarized. The suspects busted out a window and entered the building, stealing candy and drinks. Afterwards, the suspects spray painted graffiti on the baseball field’s dugout.

Later that Sunday, the Lake Wildwood Maintenance Shop was burglarized. Deputies responded and it was determined that the suspects kicked in the door and stole a lawn mower and a golf cart. Both the golf cart and the lawn mower were recovered in a nearby wooded area. The golf cart was damaged during this incident.

The investigation led to the arrest of 6 juveniles who were attending a sleep over at a residence in Lake Wildwood. All 6 juveniles were charged with (2) counts of Burglary, (1) count of Arson, (1) count of Criminal Damage to Property in the 2^nd Degree, and (1) count of Criminal Trespass.

Thursday July 16, 2009

Bibb Sheriff NVU Investigation

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and Vice Unit found the remnants of a methamphetamine lab in a wooded area at the dead end of Crawford Road on Wednesday, July 15, 2009 around 11a.m. The Bibb Sheriff’s Office N.V.U. Investigators received a tip that a possible methamphetamine lab was there.

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office N.V.U. Investigators found chemicals which were used to make methamphetamine. The lab was not in operation and no drugs were found. The Bibb County Sheriff N.V.U. Investigators immediately organized the clean up and removal of all hazardous materials.

The case remains under investigation.

Monday July 6, 2009

Robbery by Intimidation

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a robbery by intimidation just after 3P.M. this afternoon. A white male suspect entered the Atlantic Southern Bank located at 8340 Eisenhower Parkway in Lizella and demanded cash from the bank teller, then fled the scene on foot. The suspect is described as a white male, approximately 6 feet 0 inches to 6 feet 4 inches tall, wearing a blue polo-style shirt with red horizontal stripes, blue jeans and a khaki colored baseball cap. The suspect has a slender build and is approximately 20 to 25 years old with reddish blonde hair.

This crime remains under investigation. Anyone with information on the case is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441.

Tuesday June 30, 2009

Traffic Accident with Injuries

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen responded to a reported traffic accident with injuries at approximately 1:20 this afternoon. James Boothe, age 29, of Byron was traveling west on U.S. 80 near Fulton Mill Road. Witnesses stated that Boothe attempted to pass traffic on the right shoulder of the roadway when he lost control of his vehicle. Boothe’s vehicle came back onto the roadway and crossed over into the east bound lanes, hitting a stake bed body truck, pulling a trailer with a farm tractor. The truck was driven by 56 year old Sammie Poole of Macon and he had a passenger, 56 year old Michael Lewis of Macon.

Both the drivers and the passenger were transported to the Medical Center of Central Georgia.

The accident is still under investigation by the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office.

Tuesday June 23, 2009

Second arrest made in connection to the August 2008 Homicide

A second arrest was made in connection to the murder of a Macon waitress who was found burning on the side of an east Macon road in August 2008. Bibb Sheriff Investigators found evidence linking 26-year old Tommy Lee Zellner, of Fairburn, to the August 2008 murder of Melissa Rushing. Evidence suggests that Zellner helped 37-year old Gregory Miller moved the body of Melissa Rushing and also helped concealed her death.

On August 7, 2008 a witnesses found what they believed to be a body burning along Bondsview Road and called 911. Authorities arrived on scene to find that an unknown female had her hands, feet, and neck bound by a cord and a plastic bag was placed over her head. The body was then set on fire. After a further investigation, it was discovered to be the body of a Macon resident, 39-year old Melissa Rushing.

Zellner was arrested on Monday in the Atlanta area and transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center where he is being charged with concealing a death.

Monday, June 15, 2009

Burglary Suspects Apprehended

Two Burglary suspects were arrested Monday evening after Bibb Deputies gave chase through a swampy area in South Bibb County.

Ronald Keith Pitts, age 21 and William Clark, age 25, both from Macon were charged with Burglary and Obstruction, Monday night, after being chased several hours in a swampy area near the Bibb/Crawford County Line. The incident started around 4:45p.m., Monday afternoon. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office received a call of a suspicious vehicle parked on Green Hill Drive, in south Bibb County. While Deputies were in the Green Hill Drive area a homeowner called the Sheriff’s Office stating that his house had just been burglarized in 5000 block of Sardis Church Road. The homeowner stated that his home was entered and that he found his wooden cash box lying in the backyard near a fence. He also stated that his pistol had been stolen.

Several homeowners called the Sheriff’s Office stating that they had seen two black males running through their back yards in that same area. A witness stopped and told Deputies that he almost ran into two black males while driving down Sardis Church Road, near Green Hill Drive.

Bibb Investigators were in the area after the original Burglary call was given out. Investigator Jack Cleveland checked a wooded area near Fulton Mill Rd and Lower Hartley Bridge Road. Investigator Cleveland stated that he spotted the two suspects while walking down a path and then gave chase. The suspects ran into a swampy area near the Bibb/ Crawford County Line.After several hours the suspects were apprehended near Purple Road just inside of Crawford County. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office would like to thank the Georgia State Patrol’ Helicopter Unit and the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office for their assistance in the search and apprehension of both burglary suspects.

The case is still under investigation by the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Investigators are still determining if the suspects were also involved in other burglaries.

If you have any information regarding this case, call the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441.

Monday June 15, 2009

Inmate injured in Altercation

Investigators from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office are currently investigating an altercation, which occurred Saturday afternoon in a medium security section of the Bibb County Jail. According to witnesses, inmate Christopher Richardson was harassing other inmates when inmate Steve Howard intervened. Before deputies arrived, a scuffle had broken out between Richardson and Howard. Richardson was reportedly struck in the eye by Howard. Richardson was taken to the Medical Center of Central Georgia for treatment and was released back to the jail Sunday. He is not expected to regain sight in the injured eye.

Christopher Richardson, 18, is being held in the Bibb County Jail under charges of Burglary, Criminal Attempt to Commit Burglary, and a Hold for Houston County.

Steve Howard, 22, is being held in the Bibb County Jail under charges of Disorderly Conduct, Criminal Trespass, Entering an Auto, Theft, and Probation Violation.

This incident is currently under investigation and charges are pending.

Monday, June 15, 2009

Seven Arrest made in Homicide Case

Seven arrest warrants were issued on Friday for Felony Murder in the case of 31-year-old, Robert Saxby, a Macon resident. The medical examiner ruled the death, a homicide with the official cause of death resulting from a cardio-respiratory complication from a cerebral concussion.

The suspects listed below have been arrested for Felony Murder:

Gilbert Balkcom Jr. 30 -year- old

William Andrew Balkcom 29- year- old

India Octavia Balkcom 31- year- old

Maurice Jacquez Adams 24 -year- old

Ralphel Ramone Adams 32- year- old

Felesha Denise Iverson 28 -year- old

Johnathan Johntaveou Cole 27- year- old

With the assistance of the Southeast Regional Fugitive Task Force six arrests were made on Friday evening. The seventh suspect, Gilbert Balkcom, turned himself in Monday morning, to a Bibb County Sheriff’s Patrolman. Any information regarding this case please call the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441.

Saturday June 13, 2009

Traffic Fatality

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal traffic accident that occurred shortly after 3 a.m. this morning. Malcolm Marchman, age 42 of Bibb County, was headed towards Macon in his 2000 Audi when he failed to negotiate the curve in 5000 block of Rivoli Drive. The vehicle left the roadway, traveling down the embankment and struck a tree. No other vehicles were involved in this accident and Marchman was the only occupant in this vehicle. This fatal accident is still under investigation by the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Fatality Investigators. Marchman was pronounced dead, on scene, by Coroner Leon Jones at 3:34 a.m.

Friday, June 12, 2009

Homicide Arrest Warrants Issued

Seven arrest warrants were issued, today for Felony Murder in the case of 31-year-old, Robert Saxby, a Macon resident. The medical examiner ruled the death, a homicide with the official cause of death resulting from a cardio-respiratory complication from a cerebral concussion.

The suspects listed below have warrants issued for their arrest:

Gilbert Balkcom Jr. 30 -year- old

William Andrew Balkcom 29- year- old

India Octavia Balkcom 31- year- old

Maurice Jacquez Adams 24 -year- old

Ralphel Ramone Adams 32- year- old

Felesha Denise Iverson 28 -year- old

Johnathan Johntaveou Cole 27- year- old

Bibb Sheriff Investigators with the assistance of Middle Georgia Fugitive Task Force and Crime Stoppers are seeking the suspects in the recent murder. Sheriff Modena said that he was proud of the long hours and dedication that his investigators have put forth in this case. Any information regarding this case please call the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441.

Friday, June 05, 2009

Suspect arrested in reference August 2008 Homicide

An arrest was made Thursday evening in reference to the murder of a Macon waitress who was found burning on the side of an east Macon road in August 2008.

37-year old Gregory Dewayne Miller, of Macon, was arrested for Felony Murder of Melissa Rushing. On August 7, 2008 a witness found what they believed to be a body burning along Bondsview Road and called 911. Authorities arrived on scene to find that an unknown female had her hands, feet, and neck bound by a cord and a plastic bag was placed over her head. The body was then set on fire. After a further investigation, it was discovered to be the body of a Macon resident, 39-year old Melissa Rushing.

The U.S. Marshal’s Fugitive Task Force arrested Miller at the Raintree Apartment complex off of Graham Road Thursday, after an arrest warrant was issued. Miller is being held at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center without bond. A commitment hearing is set for June 19, 2009.

Wednesday, June 3, 2009

Bibb County Sheriff’s NVU Arrest

After receiving complaints of suspicious activity, investigators with the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and Vice Unit made contact with Virgil Marlon Lawrence, 19 of Macon on Wednesday evening, June 3^rd around 9 PM while he was sitting in a car, in a parking lot at the corner of Northside Drive and Wesleyan Drive.

Deputies seized a several grams of cocaine and a handgun inside the vehicle.

After Lawrence gave investigators consent to search his residence at Apt 6-H Whispering Woods Apartments at 4411 Northside Drive, deputies with assistance from “Hexa”, a K-9 member of the Unit, recovered more cocaine, currency, and another handgun. All totaled, officers seized nearly 2 ounces of Cocaine, (street value of over $6,000), approximately $10,000 in cash, and 2 handguns. Lawrence was taken into custody and charged with:

Cocaine Trafficking

Possession of a Fire Arm During a Commission of a Felony.

Lawrence is currently being held without bond at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center.

Thursday, May 28, 2009

Arrest of Bibb Sheriff’s Deputy

A Bibb County Sheriff’s Deputy assigned to the Corrections Division was terminated from employment on Wednesday May 27^th. Bobby Rydale Cowart Jr, age 25, was arrested today by Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators and booked into the Bibb County Jail on charges of Misdemeanor Theft by Taking, and Violation of Oath of Office (felony).

The termination and arrest are related to the theft of a cellular telephone which was taken from a property room where inmate’s personal items are stored. The phone was reported missing on March 31^st. Results of an Internal Affairs investigation lead to Cowart’s termination and arrest. His bond has been set at $6,250. As of 5:30 PM today he remained in custody. Bobby Cowart began employment with the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office in September of 2008.

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Friday May 22^nd, 2009

Vehicle Pursuit and Arrest

Bibb County Sheriff’s Investigator Lt. Paul Edwards was at the intersection of Hazel Street and Broadway at approximately 10:20 this morning when his county vehicle was struck by a 1998 GMC Jimmy SUV. The driver of the SUV was leaving a parking lot at the intersection and failed to yield to another vehicle traveling on the roadway. The SUV was struck by the oncoming vehicle before colliding with the Ford Crown Victoria occupied by Lt. Edwards.

A female passenger in the SUV got out of the vehicle just before the driver, later identified as 32 year old Benjamin Colby Smith, fled the scene. Lt. Edwards began a pursuit of the SUV which continued on Broadway to Interstate 16 where Smith briefly drove east in the west bound lane before crossing the median and continuing east bound. Smith twice rammed the vehicle of a second Bibb Sheriff’s Investigator during the pursuit. The chase lead to Ocmulgee East Blvd (Highway 129) where the suspect continued fleeing until reaching the intersection of Dolly Lane and Highway 129 in Twiggs County where Twiggs County Sheriff’s Deputies had arrived for assistance.

Smith drove his vehicle through several residential yards before fleeing his vehicle which became disabled near the intersection. Twiggs County Sheriff’s Deputy Jeremy Johnson then pursued Smith on foot. The foot pursuit ended when Smith stopped and surrendered upon being confronted by a Bibb Sheriff’s canine. Officers at the scene found drug paraphernalia on Smith’s person after taking him into custody.

Lt. Edwards was not injured in the accident preceding the pursuit and his vehicle received moderate damage. A second investigator’s vehicle received only minor damage. The occupants of the vehicle that originally struck Smith’s SUV were transported for medical treatment of non life threatening injuries.

The female passenger who got out of Smith’s SUV at the accident scene was not injured and was interviewed by Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators. The case remains under investigation. Benjamin Colby Smith has an arrest record including a Robbery conviction in Coffee County for which he received a 5 year prison sentence. Smith will be booked into the Bibb County Jail and faces charges including but possibly not limited to; Aggravated Assault on a Peace Officer, Reckless Driving, Fleeing and Eluding and Leaving the Scene of an Accident. Other charges may be filed against Smith as the investigation continues.

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Friday May 22^nd, 2009

Involuntary Manslaughter Arrest

Members of the Southeast Regional Fugitive Task Force took 22 year old Cail Hampton Huggins into custody Thursday evening. Bibb County Sheriff’s Investigators had obtained an arrest warrant on May 21st for Huggins in reference to the death of 31 year old Matthew R. Kersey of Nowell Drive in South Bibb County.

Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the Medical Center of Central Georgia on the morning of May 17 in reference to Kersey’s death. Emergency Medical responders stated that Kersey was found dead at his residence. Witnesses stated that Kersey and Huggins had been in a confrontation at the Nowell Drive residence hours earlier during which Huggins struck Kersey. Autopsy results indicate that Kersey died later from injuries sustained when he fell after being struck by Huggins.

Kersey’s cause of death was not immediately apparent on the day of his death therefore investigators had to wait for autopsy results and consulted with the District Attorney’s Office prior to obtaining the arrest warrant. Cail Huggins is the step son of the deceased Mr. Kersey.

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May 21, 2009

Cocaine Trafficking Arrest

Bibb County Sheriff’s Patrolmen arrested 30 year old Ceylon Mason of Decatur, Georgia, 33 year old Lakutha

Mason of Decatur, and 46 year old Winder Gary of Atlanta after a traffic stop on Interstate 75. The stop occurred on the evening of Tuesday May 19^th. Officers found 9 ounces of crack cocaine and a .45 caliber pistol in the vehicle. All three suspects were arrested at the scene and transported to the Bibb County Jail where they were charged with Trafficking Cocaine and Possession of a Firearm during Commission of a Felony. An additional charge of Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon was placed against Ceylon Mason. The street value of the crack cocaine is over $30,000. Seizure proceedings have been initiated on the Dodge Magnum occupied by the suspects.

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Wednesday May 13^th, 2009

Aircraft Landing Accident

The Macon Bibb County Fire Department, Bibb County Sheriff’s Office and Macon Police responded to the Middle Georgia Regional Airport in south Bibb County at approximately 2:40 PM today. A privately owned twin engine aircraft was attempting a landing when the landing gear collapsed causing the plane to tip forward. None of the occupants were injured and damage to the aircraft was described as minor. The identity of the occupants has not been released.

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May 12, 2009

Missing Person

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators are seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing person. Jacquelin Nicole Mann, age 34 of Macon, is 5 feet 9 inches tall and weighs approximately 110 pounds. She was last seen at the BP Convenience store located at 5041 Forsyth Road in Macon. She has been missing since Friday May 8^th, 2009. Her mode of transportation is unknown. Those with information on the whereabouts of Jacquelin Mann are asked to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or 1-877-68CRIME.

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Monday May 11, 2009

Sheriff’s Investigators Recover $150,000 in Stolen Goods

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators, lead by case leader Investigator Jack Cleveland, recovered nearly $150,000 worth of stolen electronics Friday evening. Investigator Cleveland had been following up on leads provided by last week’s arrest of Gary Mallard at a south Bibb traffic stop. In last week’s incident, Mallard was found driving a pickup truck and trailer loaded with electronics from NYK Logistics on Avondale Mill Road.

Evidence gathered during the follow up investigation lead to 1354 Glendale Avenue where 29 year old Delanio Antwan Lowder was found in possession of nearly $150,000 worth of stolen goods ranging from flat screen TV’s to DVD’s. Lowder remains in the Bibb County Jail charged with Burglary and Violation of Superior Court Probation. He will not be eligible for bond unless the probation violation charge is dismissed by Superior Court.

A second arrest was made as investigators arrived on the scene and stopped 32 year old Marlon Grier who had just left the residence with some of the stolen items in his vehicle. Grier was arrested and charged with Theft by Receiving. He posted a $1,200 bond and was released over the weekend. Additional arrests are expected as the investigation continues. The value of stolen goods recovered during this investigation now totals nearly $200,000.

NYK Logistics stores and ships items for the Wal-Mart warehouse which is also located on Avondale Mill Road. Gary Mallard was a temporary employee who had been working at NYK Logistics last year. Last week’s traffic stop and Friday’s recovery have provided information that will help solve three burglaries that have occurred there since November of 2008.

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Tuesday May 5^th, 2009

Identity Assistance Request

Investigators from the Monroe and Bibb County Sheriff’s Offices are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the female in the attached photos. She is a suspect in a credit card fraud case totaling over $13,000. The female was caught on video using a stolen credit card at the Pionono Avenue Kroger on March 24^th. Video surveillance shows the suspect leaving the store in a newer model white Dodge Charger driven by a black male.

Anyone with information on this suspect is asked to contact Investigator Jack Wood of the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office at 478-994-7043, Investigator Lt. Paul Edwards of the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-621-5641 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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Monday May 4^th, 2009

Commercial Burglary Arrest

A Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolman checked on a vehicle and driver blocking an intersection early this morning and ended up recovering approximately $50,000 worth of stolen electronics. Deputy Johnny Rowe discovered a tan 1987 Chevrolet pickup with an attached trailer parked at the intersection of Walden Road and Industrial Highway in South Bibb County just before 1 AM this morning.

He soon discovered 27 flat screen televisions and 3 home theater systems on the truck and trailer. The driver gave Deputy Rowe false identity information and different versions of how he obtained the electronics before admitting that his driver’s license was suspended. The driver was arrested and the vehicle was impounded. Once at the Bibb County Jail, the suspect was identified as 39 year old Gary Dellario Mallard of Macon. It was later discovered that the electronics were taken during a burglary at NYK Logistics 3279 Avondale Mill Road that had occurred shortly before the traffic stop.

Gary Mallard was booked into the Bibb County Jail on charges of False Information, No Proof of Insurance, No Driver’s License and 30 Counts of Felony Theft by Receiving. His bond was set at $11,685 for those charges. Investigators later added a charge of Burglary which will require a separate bond hearing before he is elligible for release. This is Mallard’s ninth booking at the Bibb County Jail. His past charges include Cocaine Trafficking, Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Distribute and driving offenses.

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Friday May 1^st, 2009

Meth Lab Discovery

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen discovered the remnants of a methamphetamine lab inside an abandoned house on Griffin Road this morning in South Bibb County. Deputies were checking the abandoned structure, located at 2061 Griffin Road after receiving a tip about the possibility of a methamphetamine lab there. Bibb Sheriff’s Narcotics and Vice Unit Investigators were called to the scene and organized the cleanup and removal of the hazardous materials.

The case remains under investigation.

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MONDAY APRIL 27^TH, 2009

CREDIT CARD SKIMMING INVESTIGATION

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office, Macon Police Department, and United States Secret Service are conducting an

investigation of cases in which debit and credit cards are being skimmed in the Macon-Bibb County area. A

skimming device was recently recovered at a Raceway gas station in West Bibb. The device is being held at the

Atlanta Field Office of the USSS.

Investigation results indicate that unknown suspects may have also used similar devices at one other Raceway

location inside the city of Macon as well as a Murphy USA location. All three locations have since been checked

and were found to be free of skimming devices.

The suspects have used the stolen account information to retrieve money from various accounts through bank

branches located in the North Atlanta area. The suspects were last seen in a late model black or dark blue

Honda Odyssey mini van. Attached are five photographs of the suspects.

Those with information on the case or suspects are urged to contact:

Lt. Paul Edwards Bibb County Sheriff's Office: 478-621-5641pedwards@co.bibb.ga.us

Sgt. Woodford Macon Police Department: 478-803-2557 kwoodford@mpd.macon.ga.us

Macon Regional Crimestoppers: 1-877-68CRIME

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MEDIA CONFERENCE RELEASE

WEDNESDAY APRIL 22^ND, 2009

Bibb County Sheriff’s Deputies from the Patrol Division working with Investigators from the Narcotics and Vice Unit arrested a suspect approximately one hour after an armed robbery that occurred at a south Bibb residence on the evening of Friday April 17^th.

Bibb County Sheriff’s Officers responded to the victim’s residence shortly before 11 PM on the 17^th. The victim stated that she was grabbed by a black male in her garage after arriving home from her business. The black male robbed the victim of her purse which contained cash from her business and a hand gun.

Bibb Sheriff’s NVU Investigators, acting on information obtained during other investigations, took 23 year old Douglas Irving Morrison into custody following a traffic stop on Interstate 75 approximately an hour later. Investigators found the robbery victim’s pistol in the vehicle Morrison was driving. In the vehicle with Morrison at the time of the traffic stop was 20 year old Jalesa Twanyona Head of Macon. Head was not arrested at the traffic stop but may face charges in the future as the investigation progresses

After the traffic stop and Morrison’s arrest, investigators served a search warrant at Morrison’s residence, 2327 Mason Street. April Denise Harvey, age 25, was arrested at the residence for 6 counts of Possession with Intent to Distribute various levels of prescription drugs, Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony and Possession of Drugs within 1000 feet of a Schoolzone. In addition to the prescription drugs, Investigators found cash believed to have been gained from the earlier robbery, 2 shotguns, a pistol and a rifle.

On Tuesday April 21^st, Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators arrested 29 year old Willie Albert Woolfork; also of 2327 Mason Street. Woolfork was booked on charges identical to those of April Denise Harvey in connection with the drugs and firearms discovered at the residence. Investigators have not ruled out future additional charges against Woolfork relating to the robbery.

Information gained during the progress of this investigation may lead to additional charges in at least 2 robberies that occurred prior to Friday’s robbery. One of those being inside the city of Macon. Those details are being withheld to preserve the integrity of on-going investigations.

Douglas Irving Morrison will have to appear in Superior Court to receive consideration for bond. April Denise Harvey’s bond amount was set at $22,800 on April 18^th in Magistrate Court. Willie Albert Woolfork is scheduled for his first appearance hearing this afternoon (Wednesday April 22^nd).

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Monday April 20^th, 2009

Armed Robbery Arrest

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigator Jack Cleveland recently obtained arrest warrants for 20 year old Brandon Allen Cooper in connection with the armed robbery of two Macon Telegraph newspaper vendors. The robberies occurred on March 29^th and were both in the Chambers Road area. Members of the Southeast Regional Fugitive Task Force took Cooper into custody Friday. He has been denied bond thus far and must appear in Superiour Court for bond consideration.

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Monday April 20^th, 2009

Motorcycle Fatality

Keith Burnam, age 47 of Bibb County, was pronounced dead Sunday evening at the Medical Center of Central Georgia following a motorcycle accident that occurred at approximately 7:45 PM. Burnam was driving a 2004 Harley Davidson Motorcycle in the 5700 block of Sardis Church Road when the motorcycle left the roadway and struck a tree . Burnam was pronounced dead by Coroner Leon Jones at 8:20 PM. The accident remains under investigation.

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Monday April 13^th, 2009

Bibb Sheriff’s Office Investigating Sunday Shooting Incident

Bibb County Sheriff’s Patrolmen responded to the Gwendale Drive area of Glenn Echo Subdivision West Bibb County early Sunday morning in reference to shots fired in the area. Patrolmen were later dispatched to 2778 Glenn Echo Drive, the home of Stanley and Melissa Walden, reference damage to a vehicle caused by gunfire. No one in the home was injured. The homeowners later discovered that projectiles had struck the home outside a bedroom normally occupied by the Walden’s children. The children were not present during the incident. There was no eye witness that could identify the suspects or vehicle involved in the shooting although Mr. Walden did report seeing gunfire coming from an unknown vehicle near his driveway. Shotgun shells that were discovered later in the morning at the scene were turned over to Bibb Sheriff’s Forensic Investigators for processing.

Bibb Investigators who spoke to the Waldens learned that Stanley Walden is suspected by his wife Melissa Walden of having been involved in an extra marital affair with a female identified as Rachel. Text messages to Stanley Walden’s phone, tentatively identified as coming from Rachel’s phone, arrived on Mr. Walden’s phone minutes prior to the shooting. The message was vague but made reference to and included an apology for something that was about to happen to the Walden’s home. A subsequent message received from the same number included threats to Mr. Walden of exposing his alleged affair if criminal proceedings were initiated.

Mrs. Walden reported being threatened later Sunday morning during a phone conversation with Rachel. Melissa Walden stated Rachel threatened her with physical violence if “Jason”, allegedly referring to 28 year old Jason Lanier of Lizella, were prosecuted. Jason Lanier and Rachel, investigators believe, have children together. Investigators were seeking to make contact with her today.

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators are in the process of evaluating electronic evidence as well as shotgun shells recovered at the scene. The various persons involved and mentioned in the incident are being sought out for interviews. Additional suspects not named in the original incident report are being sought for questioning as well. Charges resulting from the investigation could possibly include Aggravated Assault and Criminal Damage to Property.

Those with information on this case are urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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Friday April 10, 2009

Carjacked Vehicle Recovered

The black 2006 Honda Accord stolen during this morning’s reported car jacking was recovered in the 2500 block of Greenleaf Drive. The victim reported that a friend of his discovered the vehicle abandoned while driving through the area. Bibb Sheriff’s Forensics Investigators are currently processing the vehicle for evidence.

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Friday April 10, 2009

Carjacking

I gave out incorrect information this morning in relation to a reported carjacking that victims state occurred at 4709 Chambers Road.

Kevin Mackey of Macon stated that he and his friend Steven Mays, also of Macon, met three unidentified black females at a local bar before renting a room at the Country Hearth Inn and Suites. Mays and Mackey were traveling in a 2006 Honda Accord that Mays was borrowing from a friend who is overseas in the military. According to Mays, the three unidentified females met them at the hotel in a dark red Cadillac Fleetwood.

The report states that two of the females were in the hotel room with Mays while Mackey and the third female were in the Honda Accord in the parking lot. Mays stated he heard a gun shot and shortly afterward Mackey came back to the room to tell Mays that the Honda Accord had been stolen.

Mackey told investigators that he and his female companion were approached in the parking lot of the Country Hearth Inn and Suites at approximately 3 AM by an unidentified black male and that the suspect ordered the two occupants out of the vehicle at gunpoint. Mackey further stated that the suspect fired a shot during the incident but indicated the shot appeared to have been accidental. No one was struck by the fired round. The suspect then drove away in the stolen vehicle. Neither Mays nor Mackey knew the names of the females who had been accompanying them. The unidentified females left the scene in a dark red Cadillac Fleetwood before Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies arrived on the scene.

The stolen vehicle was described as a 2006 Black Honda Accord 4 door with an unknown California tag. Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators are seeking the public’s assistance with identifying the three black female witnesses who left the scene in a dark red Cadillac Fleetwood. The females may have been seen at Big Boy’s Lounge on Williamson Road during the evening prior to the incident. Anyone with information on this case is asked to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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Thursday April 9, 2009

Bibb Sheriff’s NVU Trafficking and Firearms Arrest

Investigator Mike Jones of the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and Vice Unit arrested three individuals on the afternoon of Wednesday April 8th at 314 Amanda Drive in South Bibb County. Three suspects charged with Trafficking Marijuana are; 21 year old Jeanross Eastant Williams of 314 Amanda Drive (a part time resident of Fort Lauderdale, Florida), 29 year old Touche Jerod Parker of Dove Street in Macon, and 20 year old Shuleria Vuenta Glenn of Milledgeville, Georgia. The three suspects were arrested for trafficking marijuana after taking possession of, through the U.S. Mail, a package that did contain a large quantity of marijuana.

Bibb Sheriff’s NVU investigators were assisted by the US Postal Inspection Service with this investigation. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office S.W.A.T. team made the initial contact with the suspects as they left the residence.

A search warrant was served on the residence and a fully loaded assault rifle and a fully loaded 9mm pistol were seized at the residence. The total amount of marijuana seized during this investigation was approximately 11 pounds with a street value of over $35,000 dollars. Williams was charged with Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Crime in addition to the trafficking charge. Bond for all three suspects must be set by the Superior Court.

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April 8^th, 2009

Bibb Sheriff’s NVU Arrest

On Monday April 6^th, 2009, Investigator EJ Jones of the Bibb Sheriff’s Narcotics and Vice Unit arrested 26year old Maurice Tyson in the 400 block of Pionono Avenue. Tyson was in possession of 4 ounces of Marijuana. The street value of the marijuana was estimated at $800. Investigators seized Tyson’s 93 Honda Accord. The suspect was booked into the Bibb County Jail and charged with Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Distribute. He has since been released on a bond of $1,750.

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TUESDAY April 7, 2009

ARMED ROBBERY

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery that occurred at the Shell convenience store 6230 Zebulon Road Monday evening April 6th. A black male wearing a blue hooded jacket and blue jeans entered the store at approximately 10:30 and brandished a pistol while demanding cash. The suspect left the store on foot with an undisclosed amount of cash. No one was injured during the robbery.

Anyone with information on this case is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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Monday April 6, 2009

Dillard’s Theft Suspect

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigator Allie Seckinger is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect shown in the attached video. On April 2, 2009 between 11:35 AM and 11:40 AM the suspect stole a 19 inch flat screen TV with built in DVD player from a display near the entrance of Dillard’s department store 5080 Riverside Drive. Please note that the suspect has tattoos on both triceps that show just below the edge of the shirt sleeves.

Anyone with information on this suspect can contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 746-9441, Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME, Investigator Allie Seckinger at 621-5675 or Lt. George Meadows at 621-6890.

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Sunday April 5, 2009

Armed Robbery Suspect Captured after Pursuit

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office received a call at 3:17 AM today from the Flash Foods convenience store at 5602 Thomaston Road. An armed robbery had just been committed there by 3 black male suspects wearing black hoods. The clerk stated the suspects left in a white Honda and gave dispatchers a direction of travel. Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolman Deputy Jeff Monroe spotted the suspects’ vehicle shortly after the call on Foster Road. The suspects refused to stop when Deputy Monroe tried to initiate a traffic stop. A brief pursuit ended when the suspects ran from the vehicle into a wooded area near First Presbyterian School. Bibb Sheriff’s deputies surrounded the area and Sheriff’s Patrolman Mike Carr captured one suspect minutes later near the intersections of Tucker Road and Wimbledon Drive.

The captured suspect is a 16 year old juvenile. Bibb Sheriff’s Investigator Frank Thomas is investigating the case and was obtaining juvenile warrants this morning in order to keep the suspect in custody. Anyone with information on the other two suspects is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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Thursday April 2, 2009

Traffic Accident with Injuries

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a traffic accident with injuries on Interstate 75 South at Bass Road that occurred just before 9PM on Wednesday April 1^st. Evidence and witness testimony indicate that Jose Perez of Macon was driving a pickup truck and caused a series of accidents. A motor home pulling a trailer overturned after being struck by Perez’ pickup. A third passenger vehicle then collided with the damaged vehicles. Two occupants of the motor home were injured. The extent of their injuries is unknown but believed to be non life threatening.

Traffic flow was severely impeded for approximately 2 hours.

Jose M. Perez, the driver of the pickup truck fled the scene on foot after the accident. He was later found at the Citgo convenience store on Bass Road and arrested. Evidence at the scene indicates that alcohol may have been involved.

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WEDNESDAY APRIL 1, 2009

ROBBERY BY INTIMIDATION

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a robbery that occurred at the Sonic restaurant on Peake Road at approximately 12:45 PM today. Three black males in their late teens to early 20’s took personal cash from an employee outside the store after threatening him. No weapon was displayed. One suspect wore a kaki colored jacket and dark pants. The other two wore black t-shirts and shorts.

The suspects left the scene in a gray 1990’S Ford Crown Victoria. The suspects were last seen on Peake Road headed toward Tucker Road.

Anyone with information on this case is asked to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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Monday March 30, 2009

Rape Suspect Arrested

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigator Lt. Paul Edwards, assisted by Investigators John Edwards and Jimmy Russell of the Peach County Sheriff’s Office last week identified a suspect in a rape that occurred on March 25^th in South Bibb County. Officers with the Montezuma Police Department took 39 year old Ivan Dale Miller into custody Saturday on Bibb County warrants.

Ivan Dale Miller is currently in custody at the Bibb County Jail on charges of Simple Battery and Rape and has no bond. Peach County Sheriff’s Investigators contacted the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office when they recognized Miller’s description from news coverage. Miller has a pending trial in Peach County in reference to a separate rape case.

Investigators believe additional cases and charges will result from continuing investigations.

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Sunday March 29, 2009

Armed Robbery

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery that occurred at 1607 Bass Road on the morning of Saturday March 28^th at 3:30 AM. Three black males dressed in red and black clothing entered the store and demanded money. One of the suspects displayed a handgun. The suspects left with an undisclosed amount of money. The suspects’ vehicle was not seen.

Anyone with information on this case is asked to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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March 27^th, 2009

Bibb Sheriff’s NVU Arrests

Investigator Duncan Matthews of the Bibb Sheriff’s Narcotics and Vice Unit acted on information received reference a cocaine delivery to Felton Homes. A previously described vehicle arrived shortly before midnight on March 24^th and when Investigators approached the vehicle Chastin Nipper, age 30, fled on foot but was captured. He attempted to discard two cookies of crack cocaine with a total weight of approximately 28.7 grams and street value of nearly $600.

The driver of the vehicle was Gary Webb age 35. Investigators seized $951 from the suspects. The vehicle belonged to a third party who was not present and was returned to the owner.

This was Nipper’s 24^th arrest in Bibb County. He remains in custody without bond and is charged with Probation Violation Superior Court, Misdemeanor Obstruction, Drug Activity Within 1000 feet of a Government Housing Project and Cocaine Trafficking.

This was Webb’s 16th arrest in Bibb County. He also remains in custody without bond charged with Parole Violation, Marijuana Possession Misdemeanor, Drug Activity Within 1000 Feet of a Government Housing Project, No Driver’s License and Cocaine Trafficking.

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Thursday March 26, 2009

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen Receive Awards from M.A.D.D

Nine Bibb County Sheriff’s Patrol Deputies were honored today with awards from Mothers Against Drunk Driving at a ceremony which took place at the Macon Centreplex. Law enforcement officers from all over the state of Georgia were presented with awards according to their achievements when compared with agencies of similar size. Deputy Anthony Vadini was presented the DUI Hero Award for his category. Deputy Vadini was recognized as the leader in his statewide group for making the most DUI arrests (124) in 2008.

Other Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies that received awards for significant numbers of DUI cases in 2008 were:

Lt. Chip Wagner, Sgt. Brad Wolfe, Deputy Bruce Jordan, Deputy Sean Defoe, Deputy Johnny Rowe, Deputy Glenn Wilkes, Deputy Phillip Minchew and Deputy Roy Williams.

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Thursday March 26, 2009

Bibb Sheriff’s NVU Cocaine Arrests

Bibb County Sheriff’s Deputy Anthony Vadini of the Patrol Division’s H.E.A.T. unit received information about drug sale activity at Rivalry's Sports Bar 3896 Northside Drive recently. Members of the Bibb Sheriff’s Narcotics and Vice Unit acted on the tip and made two arrests at the location just before midnight on March 25^th.

As investigators approached Brian Koleszar he ran inside the bar. Investigators reported that Koleszar attempted to discard a bag of cocaine but was unsuccessful. Joshua Goldberg was found behind the building in possession of a bag of cocaine. Goldberg was charged with Distribution of Cocaine and Possession of Cocaine. Koleszar was charged with Possession of Cocaine and Obstruction.

Both suspects remained in custody at the Bibb County Jail as of 9AM on March 26^th. Joshua Goldberg’s bond will have to be set by Superior Court. Brian Koleszar has a bond of $2,400.

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Thursday March 26, 2009

South Bibb Sexual Assault

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an assault that occurred on Wednesday March 25^th at around 4 PM. A female victim’s vehicle had broken down on a rural South Bibb road when the suspect stopped and offered assistance. The victim agreed when the suspect offered her a ride. Instead, the suspect drove the victim to a nearby wooded area and sexually assaulted her. The victim was able to get away from the suspect during the assault and ran to a nearby home for help.

Investigators are seeking help from the public in identifying the suspect. He is described as a white male having short, red (military or crew cut) hair and freckles. He is between 5 feet 9 inches and 6 feet tall with a medium build. The suspect may be in his 30’s or 40’s and was driving a dark green pickup truck with a ladder rack and silver tool box. The truck had some type of company logo on the side.

Anyone with information on the suspect is asked to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441, Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME or Bibb Sheriff’s Investigator Lt. Paul Edwards at 478-621-5641.

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TUESDAY March 24, 2009

TRAFFIC FATALITY

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal traffic accident that occurred just before 6 PM this afternoon. Christy Chancey, age 28, of Haddock, Georgia was exiting from Adrian Apartments onto Riverside Drive in the 5200 block of Riverside Drive when her Honda Accord was struck by a north bound Ford Ranger pickup truck driven by Kevin Smith of Mansfield, Georgia.

Christy Chancey was pronounced dead at the scene by Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones. No charges have been filed thus far and the accident remains under investigation by the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Fatal Accident Investigation Team headed by Sgt. Brad Wolfe.

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MONDAY March 23, 2009

PERSONAL ARMED ROBBERY

Bibb County Sheriff’s Patrolmen and Investigators responded to 5357 Jeffersonville Road shortly before 9:30 PM Sunday evening March 22^nd. Lisa Jones had just arrived at her home when a white male approximately 5 feet 10 inches tall, dressed in all black wearing a black hooded jacket approached her in her front yard. The suspect brandished a large revolver and stole her purse. He was last seen running east on Jeffersonville Road. Ms. Jones was not injured during the robbery.

Anyone with information pertaining to this case is asked to contact Bibb Sheriff’s Investigator Lt. Paul Edwards at 478-621-5641(pedwards@co.bibb.ga.us) or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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Monday March 23^rd, 2009

Bibb Sheriff’s NVU Arrests

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and Vice Unit, on a case built by Investigator Scottie Evans, served a search warrant at 2841 Walmar Drive today making five arrests. Fourteen bags of marijuana with a total street value of over $400 and $770 in cash were seized. All five suspects were arrested at the scene and charged with Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Distribute. Lindsey Brown, age 31 has a Superior Court Probation hold and additional outstanding warrants. He is not yet eligible for bond. Jerami Foster, age 24, has no bond due to a Superior Court Probation Violation, Tecovelin Starling, age 19, has no bond due to a Superior Court Probation Violation, Coutiese Williams, age 26, has a $1,750 bond and Alfred Gary, age 28, has a $1,750 bond.

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Friday March 20, 2009

Bibb Sheriff’s NVU Arrests

Investigators with the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and Vice Unit served a search warrant Thursday at 1519 Florence Avenue. Investigator Robbie Allen was lead investigator on this case. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office S.W.A.T. team assisted. Approximately 2.5 ounces of Marijuana with a street value of $500, ¼ cookie of crack cocaine (street value $400), 2 grams of powder cocaine (street value $200), a .25 caliber pistol and approximately $1,100.00 in cash were seized. The suspects listed below were arrested at the scene.

Durant, Rashad age 28 Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Distribute, Probation Violation State Court

Neal, Ronald age 25 Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Distribute, Probation Violation State Court

Harden, Anthony age 24 Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Distribute, Probation Viol. Superior Court

Neal, Dwayne age 28 Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Distribute, Released on $1,750 bond

Yates, George age 24 Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Distribute, Released on $1,750 bond

This case is still under investigation and additional arrests are pending.

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Friday March 20, 2009

Bank Burglaries Suspect Identified

Bibb County Sheriff’s Investigator Lt. Paul Edwards has obtained 4 burglary warrants for Amarti Plunkett of Columbus, Georgia. The warrants are in reference to bank burglaries that occurred recently in Bibb County during two of which hundreds of dollars in rolled coins were taken. Plunkett is a black male 32 years of age and 6 feet 1 inch tall. He weighs approximately 173 pounds.

Plunkett has a prior Federal conviction for bank robbery and was released from prison shortly before a string of similar bank burglaries from Phenix City, Alabama to Bibb County, Georgia began. Evidence retrieved from a stolen Toyota pickup that was recovered on Friday March 13^th in West Bibb lead investigators to Plunkett. The Toyota pickup also contained evidence which lead investigators to conclude it had been used in recent bank burglaries. It was reported stolen in Columbus, Georgia days before the Bibb bank burglaries occurred. Amarti Plunkett was last believed to be in the Phenix City area.

Captain Mike Smallwood of the Bibb Sheriff’s Criminal Investigations Division recently met with investigators from other jurisdictions having similar cases. Information was exchanged in an effort to solve those cases.

The Atlantic Southern Bank in Lizella was burglarized on February 28^th and again on March 13^th. The Robins Federal Credit Union on Zebulon Road was also burglarized on March 13th. No money was taken during either of the March 13^th burglaries. The Colonial Bank on Thomaston Road was burglarized on March 11^th. Several hundred dollars in coins were taken during the Colonial Bank burglary.

Bibb County Sheriff’s Investigators are working with authorities from other jurisdictions in an effort to locate Amarti Plunkett. Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Amarti Plunkett can contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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Thursday March 19, 2009

Bibb Sheriff’s NVU Arrests

According to Lt. Chris Patterson of the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and Vice Unit, his team served a search warrant today at 2990 Dalton Street. Approximately 2 ounces of Marijuana, a .22 caliber Jennings pistol and approximately $978.00 in cash were seized. Five suspects listed below were arrested at the scene.

Collins, Christopher M. age 20 Possession of Marijuana and Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Crime

Cornelius, Michael K. age 20 Possession of Marijuana w/ Intent to Distribute.

Cornelius, Markus age 19 Possession of Marijuana w/ Intent to Distribute.

Cornelius, Karlos age 18 Possession of Marijuana w/ Intent to Distribute.

Mathis, Johntellis age 21 Possession of Marijuana w/ Intent to Distribute.

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WEDNESDAY March 18, 2009

AGGRAVATED ASSAULT

A dispute among roommates at 6229 Thomaston Road, Northwoods Apartments, resulted in the stabbing of 20 year old Thomas Johnson. Just before 1:30 AM on Wednesday March 18, 2009, Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to Northwoods Apartments. Statements indicate that Johnson was involved in a verbal dispute with 22 year old Lacey Bell of Bibb County when Bell struck Johnson in the face. Johnson was attempting to restrain Bell when Johnson’s roommate, 22 year old Corey Key, stabbed Johnson in the abdomen.

Thomas Johnson was transported to the Medical Center of Central Georgia for treatment and was recovering this afternoon. Corey Key was arrested and charged with Aggravated Assault. He was still in the Bibb County Jail as of 3 PM Wednesday with a bond of $5,600. Lacey Bell was arrested and charged with Simple Battery. She was released on a $650 bond at approximately 8:30 this morning.

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WEDNESDAY March 18, 2009

ENDANGERED RUNAWAY FOUND

Fourteen year old runaway, Lauren Harrell, was found today by Crawford County Sheriff’s Deputies at an address on Grace Road. An anonymous tip forwarded by the Bibb Sheriff’s Criminal Investigations Division lead to her recovery. She was in good health when found and was interviewed by Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators. Lauren Harrell’s case will now be turned over to juvenile authorities. She is currently in the custody of her parents.

No further information will be released at this time.

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Saturday March 14^th, 2009

Update on Bank Burglaries Suspect

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office received a suspicious person/vehicle report from the Motel 6 at 4991 Harrison Road at approximately 11:48 PM on Friday March 13th. Upon arrival a Bibb Sheriff's Patrolman found an unidentified black male in a dark red Toyota Tacoma pickup. The truck had been reported stolen on March 12 from Alabama. The lone black male occupant immediately ran from the vehicle toward the VFW lodge area on Harrison Road and was last seen in that area. A lengthy search of the area involving canines met negative results. The vehicle has been impounded and is being examined by Bibb Sheriff's forensics investigators. It is believed that this vehicle was the one used in the recent bank burglaries. A red gym bag containing burglary tools (similar to the one seen in recent bank surveillance stills) was recovered from the vehicle.

The suspect is described as a black male approximately 5'10" tall weighing approximately 140 pounds. He was last seen wearing blue pants, a blue light weight jacket and a camoflage back pack (similar to the one seen in recent bank burglary surveillance stills). Anyone with information on this case can contact the Bibb County Sheriff's Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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Friday March 13, 2009

Bank Burglaries

Two Bibb County banks were burglarized between the hours of 3 AM and 4 AM today. Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies responded to an alarm at the Atlantic Southern Bank on Eisenhower Parkway in Lizella shortly after 3 AM this morning to find that entry had been made to the bank. No coins were available on this occasion and the thieves left empty handed. A previous similar burglary occurred at that location on February 28^th.

Approximately 30 minutes later, Sheriff’s Patrolmen responded to an alarm at the Robins Federal Credit Union on Zebulon Road. Once again burglars had made entry and no coins were available. Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators are comparing notes with investigators from Crawford County on a similar burglary that occurred at the Atlantic Southern Bank in Roberta shortly before 3 AM today. Bibb Investigators are also working with investigators from Butler and Columbus in reference to very similar burglaries that have occurred between Macon and the Phenix City, Alabama area since December.

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WEDNESDAY March 11, 2009

MISSING TEEN

Lauren Harrell has been missing since March 8^th, 2009. She is 14 years old, weighs 100 pounds and is 5 feet tall. She has blond hair blue eyes. She was last seen wearing blue jeans and possibly a Hollister t-shirt. Lauren lives at 944 Unadilla Trail in Lake Wildwood. Her direction of travel is unknown. Investigators believe Lauren left voluntarily with an unknown male she met on the internet. Anyone who thinks they may have information helpful to this case is asked to contact Bibb County Sheriff’s Investigator Allie Seckinger at 478- 621-5675 or the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441

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Wednesday March 11^th, 2009

Armed Robbery Arrests

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators arrested the second of two armed robbery suspects on Tuesday March 10^th. Cleveland Lanthrip age 21 and Domnick Williams age 31, both of Macon are in custody at the Bibb County Jail charged with one count of Armed Robbery each. Deputies took Lanthrip into custody on March 9^th following a domestic dispute. Evidence discovered during the call indicated that Lanthrip was involved in the December 9^th armed robbery of the Value Place Motel 4949 Harrison Road. Information obtained during the subsequent investigation also lead investigators to obtain a warrant for Williams. Members of the Southeast Regional Fugitive Task Force took Williams into custody Tuesday. Neither suspect has been given a bond at this point.

The original media release for this armed robbery case is below.

December 9^th, 2008

Armed Robbery

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery that occurred just before 11:15 this morning at the Value Place Motel 4949 Harrison Road. A man entered, displayed a handgun and demanded cash. The suspect forced the clerk into another room and fled the scene with an undisclosed amount of cash.

The suspect is described as a black male in his 20’s approximately 6 feet tall weighing around 200 pounds. He wore a tan hooded jacket, dark jeans and dark tennis shoes. Investigators believe the suspect had a white male accomplice who was at the motel desk minutes prior to the robbery. The two suspects are believed to have left the scene in a dark red Plymouth Voyager or Dodge Caravan minivan.

Anyone with information on this case is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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Wednesday March 11, 2009

Bank Burglaries

The Colonial Bank located at 5590 Thomaston Road was burglarized at around 1:30 AM today. The bank’s security company sent a notice of a burglar alarm to the branch manager at approximately 1:26 AM. The branch manager arrived within several minutes and did not notice any obvious damage or signs of entry. The Bibb Sheriff’s Office was not notified of the alarm.

Employees opening the bank hours later noticed that coin vaults at the teller stations had been broken into and that an undisclosed amount of coins had been taken. Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators and Crime Scene Investigators noted that the method of entry to the building’s rear entry door caused very little damage and may have easily been missed during the night hours. Investigators gathered evidence from the scene, examined surveillance videos and canvassed nearby businesses for clues. The case remains under investigation.

A similar burglary occurred at the Atlantic Southern Bank 8340 Eisenhower Parkway on Saturday February 28^th of this year. Deputies were dispatched to an alarm at approximately 8: 48 PM and arrived minutes later to find slight damage to the door. Further investigation revealed that coins had been stolen from the teller stations. Video surveillance showed what appeared to be a male subject of undetermined race wearing a mask, long sleeves and gloves.

Investigators urge anyone with information on these cases to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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THURSDAY March 5, 2009

PEDESTRIAN TRAFFIC ACCIDENT

An East Bibb resident was struck by a vehicle at the intersection of Jeffersonville and Irwinton Roads at approximately 8:40 AM today. Amirrah Giddens, age 28 of Majestic Court, was struck by an east bound 1999 Cadillac Deville as she attempted to cross the highway from the Hitchcock Road area to a convenience store on the opposite side. Accident investigators state that Giddens paused in the center lane of the roadway then walked into the side of the vehicle as it approached. She was transported to the Medical Center of Central Georgia with non life threatening injuries. The driver of the vehicle was not charged in the accident.

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TUESDAY March 3, 2009

DRIVER FLEES FROM ACCIDENT WITH INJURIES

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an accident with injuries that occurred on Interstate 475 South near Thomaston Road at approximately 12:20 this afternoon. Evidence and witness testimony indicate that Mark Anthony Lynch, age 36 of Macon was south bound when he lost control of his white Chevrolet Express work van. Roadway evidence indicates Lynch’s vehicle struck the guardrail on the right shoulder of the interstate, bounced off and struck a white Toyota Highlander occuppied by 66 year old Janice Green and 56 year old David Lapen; both of Florida. Lynch’s vehicle continued to the left shoulder of the interstate and struck the concrete divider where it came to rest.

The Highlander rolled over several times on the interstate and came to rest on its roof on the right shoulder of the roadway. Several motorists had stopped to render aid when they saw Lynch run from his vehicle in a westerly direction. Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies, assisted by members of Middle Georgia R.E.A.C.T. located Lynch within minutes and took him into custody on Intestate Drive after being given a detailed description by witnesses.

Janice Green and David Lapen were both transported to the Medical Center of Central Georgia with what emergency medical personnel described as non life threatening injuries. Lynch was not injured during the accident. He will be booked into the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex on charges of DUI (Drugs), Leaving the Scene of an Accident and Failure to Render Aid.

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FRIDAY February 27, 2009

DRUG ARRESTS BY BIBB SHERIFF’S NVU

1) On February 25^th search warrants were served by the Bibb Sheriff’s Narcotics and Vice Unit at 676 and 668 Pebble Street. Ten bags of marijuana and 70 pieces of crack cocaine with a combined street value of approximately $1,500 were found at the two locations. Several suspects were found at the locations and arrests are pending results of forensics examinations of the evidence.

2) On February 25^th Orlando Richardson, age 33 of Macon, was arrested in room 219 of the Villager Lodge on Chambers Road. Richardson was found in possession of 38 pieces of crack cocaine with a street value of nearly $1,000. Over $1,800 cash was also siezed. He was arrested and charged with Probation Violation Superior Court and Possession of Cocaine with Intent to Distribute. He is currently still in custody and not eligible for bond due to the probation hold. This is Richardson’s 9^th arrest since 1992.

3) On February 16^th a search warrant was served at 1191 Blvd. Maurice Tyson and Angel Wilson were arrested at the scene. Tyson was charged Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Distribute and Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony. Wilson was booked on the same charges. Both have since been released on $2,950 bond each. A semi automatic assault rifle, $8,094 cash, approximately $2,000 worth of marijuana and $720 in counterfeit currency were seized at the scene. The delay in this release was due to an on going investigation stemming from the arrest.

4) Information provided by the U.S. Marshall’s Service lead Bibb NVU Deputies to 5595 Mount Pleasant Road during the early morning hours of Friday February 27^th. Troy Daniel Ryles of 6750 Highway 42 South in Fort Valley was arrested at the scene and charged with Trafficking Methamphetamine. Invesigators found over $5,000 worth of methamphetamine at the address. Investigators have filed to seize a 2003 Chevrolet Impala belonging to Ryles. He remains in custody and is not yet elligible for bond.

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Wednesday February 25, 2009

5^th Arrest in Martha Bowman Burglary

Bibb County Sheriff’s Investigators made a 5^th arrest yesterday connected to the Burglary of Martha Bowman United Memorial Methodist Church on Friday January 30^th. Brandon George Bettencourtt, age 18 of King Alfred Drive, was booked into the Bibb County Jail Wednesday February 24^th and charged with Felony Theft by Receiving. He was released after posting a $1,200 bond.

Investigators concluded from witness statements and evidence discovery that Bettencourtt assisted the four burglary suspects arrested previously in storing and selling the stolen property. There are no indications thus far that Bettencourt participated in the actual burglary.

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Tuesday February 17, 2009

Burglary and Robbery

A south Bibb resident interrupted a burglary that was occurring in her home just before 9:30 PM Monday. Alice McCracken of Kerry Drive was rushed by two black male suspects who were inside her home when she arrived. One of the suspects was armed with a handgun. The suspects tied the victim and stole an undisclosed amount of cash and a handgun from her. The suspects took all the phones from the home then fled. Mrs. McCracken ran to a neighbor’s home for assistance.

The suspects are described as two black males. One was approximately 5’08” tall. The other was approximately 5’10” tall. No further description was available. The victim owns a business in the Bloomfield area which was robbed in mid January. Keys to Mrs. McCracken’s home were taken during the robbery and it is possible the suspects used the keys to gain entry to her home.

Investigators urge anyone with information on this case to call Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME or the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441.

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Monday February 16, 2009

Weekend Theft Arrests

A burglary in the Glen Echo Subdivision in west Bibb County was witnessed by an alert neighbor on Valentine’s Day at around 1 PM. Three black males in a white 2000 Cadillac Deville stopped at a residence in the 2700 block of Glen Echo Drive. One of the occupants got out of the vehicle, ran to the garage and stole a chainsaw. The neighbor obtained the tag number from the vehicle.

Just over an hour later, Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolman Sedrick Taylor spotted the vehicle on Presidential Parkway and performed a traffic stop. Jonathan Gray, age 22 of 3670 Pine Forest Road and 17 year old Jodeci Askew of 2337 Sanjo Drive in Lizella were both arrested and charged with Theft by Taking. Jonathan Gray was also charged with Theft by Deception. A juvenile who was in the vehicle will also be charged with Theft by Taking. His case will be processed by the Juvenile Court.

Jonathan Gray was release on a $1,300 bond over the weekend. Jodeci Askew was release on a $650 bond. The victim’s chainsaw was recovered at a local pawn shop and returned to the owner.

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February 12, 2009
Bibb Deputy Arrested

Yesterday afternoon (Tuesday, February 11) Bibb Sheriff Jerry Modena was advised by the Atlanta office of the FBI that Bibb County Deputy Gregory Todd Bowden had been taken into custody in connection with using a computer to entice a minor for sexual activity.

The FBI informed Sheriff Modena that Bowden, age 42, had engaged in a series of telephone and Internet conversations with what he believed was the mother of a girl under the age of ten, and that he had gone to Atlanta to engage in sexual activity with the mother and the child. Bowden was arrested by agents when he arrived at a location where he believed he was meeting the mother and child.

The mother and child were fictional identities created by law enforcement officials to identify individuals engaged in illegal on-line sexual activities.

Bowden has been employed by the Sheriff’s Office since November 19, 2001 (7 years, 3 months).
He was assigned to the Corrections Division for 3 years and 4 months and to the Communications Section for 5 years. 10 months.
He had recently transferred to patrol duty on January 3rd of this year.

Prior to becoming a deputy, Bowden had worked at the Bibb D.A.’s Office from April of 1996 until he came to the Sheriff’s Office in November 2001.

Pursuant to Bibb County policy, Bowden has been suspended with pay pending a formal indictment.

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THURSDAY February 5, 2009

TWO ARRESTED FOR LAKE WILDWOOD BURGLARY

A Lake Wildwood homeowner returned to his Chickamauga Drive home shortly after 9:30 this morning to find a gray Honda Civic parked near his house. He wrote down the tag number and was entering the home when he saw two men run from his back door to the vehicle. The two suspects had stacked some of the homeowner’s belongings on the back porch apparently prepairing to load them into the car.

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolman obtained the owner information from the tag number supplied by the homeowner and went to 230 Edgewater Drive in Lake Wildwood where they found the suspects’ vehicle with the engine still warm. The two suspects were not responding to the door when the homeowner returned to find her house surrounded. Once informed of the morning’s occurences, she allowed Bibb Deputies to enter the home and take Christopher David Lovell and Gary Bernard Sanders into custody. Lovell lives at 230 Edgewater Drive with his mother. Sanders is a Bankston Avenue resident.

Bibb Sheriff’s Crime Scene investigators processed the victim’s home for latent evidence. Christopher David Lovell and Gary Bernard Sanders, both age 18, were transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex where they were each charged with Burglary. Provided a $1,200 bond is not posted, the suspects will have a first appearance hearing on Friday February 6^th at 1:30 P

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Wednesday February 4, 2009

Fourth Arrest in Martha Bowman Burglary

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators arrested 18 year old Benjamin Ryan Brantley of Dogwood Circle,Macon, this afternoon. Brantley is the fourth suspect identified and charged in association with the Burglary of Martha Bowman United Memorial Methodist Church on Friday January 30^th. Brantley was booked into the Bibb County Jail at 4:30 this afternoon. He is charged with Burglary and Vandalism of a Place of Worship. His bond has been set at $2,400. As of 5 PM Brantley was still in custody. A mugshot was not available at the time of this release.

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators are still expecting additional arrests in reference to this case. Investigators are working to track down the musical instruments and lap top computers that were taken during the burglary. They urge anyone who has information on the possible location of these items to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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MONDAY February 2, 2009

ADDITIONAL ARREST IN MARTHA BOWMAN BURGLARY

Bibb County Sheriff’s Investigators have made an additional arrest as a result of the Martha Bowman Church burglary investigation. Matthew Patrick Brown, age 21, of Lower Thomaston Road was taken into custody this afternoon. He was charged with Burglary and Vandalism of a Place of Worship. Investigators are expecting additional arrests as progress in the case continues. A mug shot was not available at release time but will be distributed when produced.

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Monday February 2, 2009:

Arrest of Church Burglary Suspects

Corporal Tony Wynne, a Ranger with the Department of Natural Resources, was on patrol Saturday afternoon January 31st in the Juliette Road area of Jones County when he heard banging noises and went into a wooded area to investigate. He discovered 19 year old Matthew Steven Scroggins and a 16 year old accomplice trying to make entry to a safe. Investigation indicates that the two suspects transported the safe to the scene in a white Jeep Cherokee.

Ranger First Class Chad Welch of the Department of Natural Resources soon arrived as backup. Private John Humphries of the Jones County Sheriff’s Office arrived on the scene and the three officers inspected the evidence to discover paper work indicating that the safes and other items were stolen during a recent burglary and vandalism that occurred at Martha Bowman United Memorial Methodist Church at 500 Bass Road.

Bibb County Sheriff’s Investigators and Crime Scene Investigators were called to the scene and the evidence was processed. The two suspects were taken into custody by Bibb County Deputies. Matthew Steven Scroggins was booked into the Bibb County Jail Saturday afternoon and charged with Vandalism of a Place of Worship and Burglary. A bond of $2,400 was posted on Sunday February 1^st and he was released. The 16 year old juvenile was released to the custody of his parents. Charges against him are pending in the Juvenile Court process. Due to the age of the second suspect, his identity cannot be released. Matthew Scroggins’ address of record is 133 Windemere Circle which is near Martha Bowman Church. The juvenile suspect is also a resident of North Bibb County.

Scroggins was out of jail on bond from a prior arrest when he was arrested Saturday. He was previously arrested by the Macon Police Department in May of 2008 and booked into the Bibb County Jail on 5 counts of Criminal Damage Felony.

The break in this case was made possible by the dedication to duty exhibited by Corporal Tony Wynne, Ranger First Class Chad Welch and Jones County Sheriff’s Deputy John Humphries. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office and the citizens of Bibb County are very grateful for their assistance with this case.

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MONDAY February 2, 2009

BIBB DEATH INVESTIGATION

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of 31 year old Oglethorpe Street resident Robert Saxby Jr. Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies responded to Polly’s Mirage 3260 Jeffersonville Road at 1:40 AM this morning in reference to a fight. Deputies found Saxby dead at the scene. Bibb Coroner Leon Jones has not yet determined his exact cause of death.

Witnesses at the scene stated that a group of men attacked Saxby and his acquaintance, 31 year old Lorenzo Davis. Testimony indicates that as many as eight individuals may have been involved in the incident. The suspects were not on scene when Deputies arrived. Davis had non life threatening injuries. Investigators are looking into leads as to the possible identity of several individuals who were involved in the fray. No arrests have been made thus far.

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Friday January 30, 2009

Church Burglary

Martha Bowman United Memorial Methodist Church, 500 Bass Road, was burglarized sometime between the late evening of Thursday January 29^th and the early morning hours of Friday January 30^th. The burglary was discovered by a staff member just after 8:30 this morning. Bibb Sheriff’s Crime Scene Investigators gathered multiple items from the scene to process for possible finger prints and other latent evidence.

There was no sign of forced entry to the building. Members of a cleaning crew were the last to leave the complex at around 11:30 PM Thursday evening. Suspects used a steel framed chair to break through sheetrock walls in order to gain entry to locked rooms. Investigators state that 16 rooms sustained various types of damage.

Church staff members were still taking inventory to determine exactly what was stolen Friday afternoon. The initial list of stolen items included musical instruments which belonged to church members, laptop computers, computer monitors, jars containing donations and 2 safes which staff members reported were either empty or contained nothing of monetary value.

Those with information which may be helpful to this investigation are urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 746-9441 or 1-877-68CRIME.

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Friday January 30, 2009

Vehicular Homicide Arrest

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office has arrested 28 year old Tod Chandler Freeman in reference to a December 27^th traffic fatality. He is currently in custody at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex charged with First Degree Vehicular Homicide. A bond has not been set for Freeman. The original media release on the incident is below.

December 27^th, 2008

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal traffic accident that occurred just after 11 PM Friday evening. Tod Chandler Freeman II, age 28 of Lizella, was driving a red jeep on Interstate 475 south near mile post 1 where three lanes begin merging into two lanes. Witnesses stated that Freeman attempted to pass several other vehicles in the right lane when he struck the rear of a south bound tractor trailer. Freeman’s Jeep then struck the guardrail and overturned, throwing his passenger, 34 year old Jason Dwayne Lineberger of Lizella, from the vehicle. Lineberger was fatally injured and died at the scene according to Bibb Sheriff’s Accident Investigator Tania Greer.

Tod Freeman was transported to the Medical Center of Central Georgia where he was listed in stable condition. The driver of the tractor trailer, 52 year old Fredrick Lynch of Jacksonville, Florida, was not injured.

Investigators are looking into the possibility that alcohol consumption may have been a factor in the accident. Charges against Freeman are pending. The accident remains under investigation.

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Monday January 27th, 2009

East Bibb Homicide Arrest

James Wilbur Mullis was booked into the Bibb County LEC on January 23^rd and charged with Murder following his release from the Medical Center. A commitment hearing for Mullis is scheduled for February 6^th at 1:30 PM at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex. The original media release is below. A mug shot of Mullis is not available at this time.

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating what at this point in the investigation appears to be a domestic related homicide and suicide attempt. Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to 5545 Marion Road at 5:42 this evening. First arriving deputies found 71 year old Betty Mullis in her home dead of an apparent gun shot wound to the head. Her husband, 69 year old James Wilbur Mullis was still alive with what investigators believe was a self inflicted gun shot wound to the head.

Neighbors dialed 911 minutes just before the dispatch at James Mullis’ request not knowing the exact emergency. Mullis left the neighbors’ residence, walked back to his home and was discovered by arriving officers suffering from a gun shot wound. James Mullis was listed in critical condition at the Medical Center of Central Georgia as of 7:30 PM. The case remains under investigation.

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Tuesday January 27th, 2009

Armed Robbery Arrest

Members of the Southeast Regional Fugitive Task Force took 27 year old Darren Andrew Proctor into custody today following an investigation and warrant attainment by Bibb Sheriff’s Investigator Allie Seckinger. The robbery occurred at 4411 Northside Drive on January 3^rd. Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators are working to identify and arrest a second suspect involved in the robbery. Proctor’s first appearance hearing is expected to be held on Wednesday January 28^th at 1:30 at the Bibb LEC. The original case report is attached to this release. For more information on the Southeast Regional Fugitive Task Force go to http://www.usmarshals.gov/investigations/taskfrcs/rftfs/so-east/se-rftf.htm

Captain Mike Smallwood of the Bibb Sheriff’s Criminal Investigations Division urges anyone with additional information on this case to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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Friday January 23, 2009

Wanted Suspect Jumps from 3^rd Floor Window

Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to the Fairfield Inn on Plantation Inn Drive at 10:26 AM today after receiving a report that a theft suspect from a Macon Police Department case had rented a room there. Deputies arrived to find that the suspect had jammed the door lock and was refusing them entry. It was soon discovered that 31 year old Terrell Lewis of 3871 Northside Drive also had an outstanding Child Support warrant from Savannah, Georgia.

While trying to gain entry to the room, the deputies heard what sounded like a window breaking. A Deputy ran to the front parking lot of the hotel and found Lewis lying on the ground recovering after leaping through a glass window on the third floor. Lewis resisted as the Deputy attempted to handcuff him. A taser was deployed against Lewis during the struggle although unsuccessfully. The suspect then ran back and forth across both lanes of Interstate 475 trying to elude Deputies who were pursuing him on foot. Lewis was apprehended on the exit ramp of Interstate 475 North minutes later.

The suspect was examined by emergency medical personnel at the scene and found to be suffering only from minor cuts and abrasions. Terrell Marvis Lewis was transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center where he remains in custody charged with Felony Obstruction, Criminal Damage (Felony) and a hold for Chatham County authorities.

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Thursday January 22, 2009

Sheriff Modena to Host Traffic Safety Event

Sheriff Jerry Modena will host an event for the Middle Georgia Traffic Enforcement Network (M.G.T.E.N) at the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Training Range on Friday, January 23^rd at 7 PM. Over 60 law enforcement officers from agencies throughout Middle Georgia will participate in traffic safety checks that evening following the reception. Traffic safety checks performed by the M.G.T.E.N have resulted in numerous impaired drivers being removed from our highways and often indirectly result in the capture of wanted suspects. The M.G.T.E.N. is a valuable law enforcement partnership. It is one of the tools employed by the Bibb Sheriff’s Office in our mission to make Bibb County’s roads safer for all motorists.

Captain Roger Hayes of the Centerville Police Department serves as coordinator for the M.G.T.E.N. which is one of several networks throughout Georgia. All of the networks operate under the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety. For more information, go to http://www.mgten.com/ . The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office H.E.A.T. (Highway Enforcement of Aggressive Traffic) unit consists of 3 Patrolmen who operate under a grant from the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety. These deputies participate in similar events throughout the state as members of the M.G.T.E.N.

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Training Range is located at 110 Confederate Way just off of Exit 6 from Interstate 16 (Ocmulgee East Blvd.).

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Friday January 16, 2009

Death of Bibb Sheriff’s Deputy

Bibb County Sheriff's Deputy Nicholas Cunningham died yesterday evening after a courageous battle with heart disease. He began his career with the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office in March of 1994 and most recently served as a Booking Sergeant assigned to the Corrections Division. He was 41 years old. Sergeant Cunningham was a member of the Bibb Sheriff’s S.T.A.T. (Special Tactical Assault Team), was a Field Training Officer and served in the United States Marine Corps. Sergeant Cunningham was well respected by his fellow officers and received commendations from both supervisors and members of the public during his career. Nick was a graduate of Central High School in Macon. He will be greatly missed by everyone at the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office.

Sergeant Cunningham is survived by his mother Juanita Cunningham; four children, Marcus, Samantha, Natacia and Tatiana; eight grandchildren; and seven siblings. Hutchings Funeral home in Macon is in charge of funeral arrangements.

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Wednesday January 14, 2009

Pedestrian Fatality

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a traffic fatality that occurred at approximately 8:12 AM today. Bibb Sheriff’s accident investigators report that 31 year old Timothy Vest of Macon, an employee of Southland Waste Systems, was working in the 6900 block of Mosley Dixon Road when he walked into the path of a west bound pickup truck and was struck, receiving fatal injuries. Vest was pronounced dead by Bibb Coroner Leon Jones at the Medical Center of Central Georgia at 8:50 AM.

No charges have been filed thus far in the investigation. Indications from the preliminary investigation are that the accident was unavoidable on the part of the west bound driver.

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Friday January 9, 2009

H.E.A.T. Grant Renewed

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office H.E.A.T. (Highway Enforcement of Aggressive Traffic) unit is currently operating off of a renewed grant from the state of Georgia in the amount of $115, 600. The H.E.A.T. unit consists of 3 Dodge Chargers which were purchased with grant money from the state in 2007. Funds to provide three Patrolmen for the unit are included in the grant. The H.E.A.T. program was developed by the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety.

The H.E.A.T. unit made 275 DUI arrests in Bibb County in 2008 and wrote over 5,000 citations. The unit has and continues to participate in various traffic safety enforcement events around the state. Participating in this program also makes available the resources of the M.G.T.E.N. (Middle Georgia Traffic Enforcement Network). This group consists of over 60 officers from 13 law enforcement agencies in Middle Georgia. Sheriff Modena will be hosting an M.G.T.E.N. event in Bibb County later this month. Information on the upcoming event will be made available in a separate release as the date approaches.

Monday January 5, 2009

East Bibb Homicide

Neighbors dialed 911 just before the dispatch at James Mullis’ request not knowing the exact emergency. Mullis left the neighbors’ residence, walked back to his home and was discovered by arriving officers suffering from a gun shot wound. James Mullis was listed in critical condition at the Medical Center of Central Georgia as of 7:30 PM. The case remains under investigation.

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Monday January 5, 2009

Armed Robbery

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery that occurred just after 1 AM this morning. A black male armed with a handgun entered the Happy Store 5394 Thomaston Road and demanded cash from the register. The clerk complied and the suspect ordered her into the adjacent business, Churche’s Chicken, as he fled on foot. The suspect was described as a black male approximately 5 feet 4 inches to 5 feet 5 inches tall wearing blue jeans and a black jacket with red or orange on the back. The suspect wore a blue bandana over his face.

The crime remains under investigation. Anyone with information on this case is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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THURSDAY January 1, 2009

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SHOOTING

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that occurred around 4 PM this afternoon at 140 Alpine Drive in west Bibb County. Crime scene evidence and testimony indicate that 51 year old Larry Quintyne and 34 year old Melody Lester were involved in an argument that became violent. At some point a handgun was introduced into the argument which resulted in Lester receiving a single non life threatening gun shot wound to the neck.

Quintyne was driving Lester to the hospital and on the phone with emergency dispatchers when he was advised to stop the vehicle and wait for an ambulance. An ambulance and Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies met them at Eisenhower Parkway near Log Cabin Drive. Lester was transported to the Medical Center of Central Georgia where she remains in stable condition.

Bibb Sheriff’s investigators arrested Quintyne for Aggravated Assault under the Family Violence Act. The case remains under investigation.

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December 31, 2008

Armed Robbery Arrests

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigator Jack Cleveland obtained warrants for two suspects today just hours after an armed robbery at the Murphy USA gas station 5935 Zebulon Road. Evidence collected at the crime scene as well as witness testimony lead Investigator Cleveland to the conclusion that a Murphy USA employee, 23 year old Alexia Harden of Kurt Drive, collaborated with her boyfriend, 24 year old Robby Blount also of Kurt Drive, to commit the robbery.

Blount, who was convicted of Robbery by Force in 2003, is also an employee of Murphy USA but assigned to the Harrison Road location. Alexia Harden is currently in custody at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex charged with Armed Robbery. Robby Blount is also in custody charged with Armed Robbery, Aggravated Assault and Burglary. Bond for both suspects will have to be set by Superior Court.

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December 31, 2008

Armed Robbery

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery that occurred at 6 AM this morning. A black male armed with a knife was waiting inside the booth of the Murphy USA gas station 5935 Zebulon Road when the clerk opened the door. The clerk struggled with the suspect briefly and received a minor cut on her hand during the scuffle. A customer arrived at the station during the confrontation and the suspect fled on foot in an easterly direction without getting any money.

The crime remains under investigation. Anyone with information on this case is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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December 29, 2008

Armed Robbery

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery that occurred Sunday evening December 28th just before midnight. The owner of a west Bibb restaurant and his wife had just gotten out of their vehicle at Northwood Apartments on Thomaston Road when two black males approached. One of the males was armed with a black semi automatic hand gun and pointed the weapon at Mr.Huazhen Yang. The second suspect snatched Mrs. Yang’s purse which contained business proceeds.

Witnesses described the suspects as young black males (possibly in their early 20’s). One was approximately 6 feet tall the other was around 5 feet 8 inches in height. Both were slender and the taller suspect had a dreadlock hair style. The suspects may have left in an older model “boxy” white sedan. No one was injured during the incident.

Anyone with information on the suspects is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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December 27, 2008

Traffic Fatality

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal traffic accident that occurred just after 11 PM Friday evening. Todd Chandler Freeman II, age 28 of Lizella, was driving a red jeep on Interstate 475 south near mile post 1 where three lanes begin merging into two lanes. Witnesses stated that Freeman attempted to pass several other vehicles in the right lane when he struck the rear of a south bound tractor trailer. Freeman’s Jeep then struck the guardrail and overturned, throwing his passenger, 34 year old Jason Dwayne Lineberger of Lizella, from the vehicle. Lineberger was fatally injured and died at the scene according to Bibb Sheriff’s Accident Investigator Tania Greer.

Todd Freeman was transported to the Medical Center of Central Georgia where he was listed in stable condition. The driver of the tractor trailer, 52 year old Fredrick Lynch of Jacksonville, Florida, was not injured.

Investigators are looking into the possibility that alcohol consumption may have been a factor in the accident. Charges against Freeman are pending. The accident remains under investigation.

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Monday December 22, 2008

Armed Robbery

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery that occurred at around 12:40 this afternoon. A black male entered the lobby of the Howard Johnson hotel 4173 Cavalier Drive and demanded money from the register while displaying a handgun. The clerk complied by giving the suspect the cash drawer.

The suspect was last seen by witnesses running east toward Interstate 475 South. Witnesses saw a blonde haired white female driving a tan or light colored Chevrolet Tahoe or similar SUV through the area at the time of the robbery. Investigators are considering the female as a person of interest and possible witness. The vehicle and driver were not located.

The suspect was described as a tall slender black male possibly in his early 20’s over 6 feet tall with a “lazy” right eye. The whites of his eyes were jaundiced. He wore a black hooded jacket and blue jeans. Those with information pertaining to this case are urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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December 20, 2008

Armed Robbery

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery that occurred at the Super 8 Motel 107 Holiday Drive North. At approximately 11:30 PM on Friday December 19, two black males entered the lobby and one started a brief conversation with the clerk. The suspect then abruptly covered his face, produced a handgun and demanded cash from the register.

The clerk complied and both suspects fled the scene on foot in a southerly direction through the parking lot. No vehicle was seen. Anyone with information on this crime is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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FRIDAY December 19, 2008

KIDNAPPING & RAPE SUSPECT CAPTURED

Members of the Southeastern Regional Fugitive Task Force took 32 year old Eric Demond Ussery into custody at a Bloomfield residence this afternoon following combined intensive search efforts with the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Ussery is accused of sexually assaulting the estranged mother of his children this morning at around 7 AM.

According to the victim, Ussery was hiding in the rear of her car when she got in and at gunpoint, drove her to a deserted road in Lizella where he assaulted her. Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators immediately provided Ussery’s information to members of the Fugitive Task Force who were able to locate Ussery and take him into custody by late afternoon.

Ussery had outstanding warrants in addition to the Kidnapping and Rape charges to be brought against him by Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators. He is currently in custody at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex charged with Rape, Aggravated Assault Family Violence, Kidnapping, False Imprisonment, Battery Family Violence, Aggravated Stalking and a hold for the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office on additional unrelated charges.

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December 19, 2008

Armed Robbery and Shooting

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery and shooting that took place just before 5 PM yesterday at the Travelodge Hotel 5000 Harrison Road. Matito Shivers, age 36, told investigators that he was approached in the rear stairwell by a black male armed with a handgun. Shivers stated the suspect demanded a duffle bag he was carrying. Shivers stated that he fought with the suspect and was shot once in the right arm during the struggle.

The suspect then took Shiver’s duffle bag containing, according to Shivers, clothing, watch, passport, cash and his California driver’s license. Witnesses saw the suspect get into a tan Chrysler or Plymouth sedan with three other passengers. The suspects were last seen going north on Harrison Road.

Evidence recovered at the scene and witness statements indicate that drug activity may have been a factor in the robbery. A quantity of marijuana and scales were recovered at the scene. Shivers was transported for medical treatment and released. The investigation is on-going.

The assailant was described as a black male with a mustache and goatee wearing a black wave “doo” rag, black or dark blue pants and a dark colored shirt. Those with information pertaining to this case are urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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Thursday December 18, 2008

Car Jacking, Pursuit and Arrest

A resident of River Walk Apartments 5578 Riverside Drive was robbed at gunpoint in a parking lot near his apartment Wednesday night at around 9PM. The victim stated that he was getting out of his car when he was approached by a black male who was wearing a bandana over his face and brandishing a handgun. The suspect demanded cash and car keys then left the scene in the victim’s 1976 Cadillac Deville.

At approximately 10:30 PM, Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolman Robbie Joiner spotted the stolen vehicle on Foster Road. A brief vehicle pursuit ended at the intersection of Thomaston and Heath Roads. The suspect tried to flee on foot and violently resisted Deputy Joiner’s arrest attempts but was taken into custody.

Brandon Trayvon Haywood, age 18 of Grosso Avenue, is currently in custody at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex charged with Armed Robbery, Felony Obstruction and Driving without a License. At the time of his arrest, Haywood was awaiting trial following a December 8^th arrest for Possession of Cocaine with Intent to Distribute and Marijuana Possession.

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December 9^th, 2008

Armed Robbery

The suspect is described as a black male in his 20’s approximately 6 feet tall weighing around 200 pounds. He wore a tan Carhardt brand jacket, dark jeans and dark tennis shoes. Investigators believe the suspect had a white male accomplice who was driving a red minivan.

Anyone with information on this case is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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December 4, 2008

Drug Investigation Nets Multiple Firarms and Stolen Jewelry

Bibb Sheriff’s Narcotics and Vice Investigators have completed an investigation which began with the November 5^th arrest of 44 year old James Lawton Mckinney. Investigators serving a search warrant at McKinney’s 7811 Eisenhower Parkway residence found schedule three prescription narcotics with a street value of over $2,000 and seized $2,400 in cash. Also seized was a 2007 Dodge 1500 pickup truck.

Further investigation resulted in the discovery of over 40 firearms of various types, some of which have been verified as stolen. ATF trace results are still pending on some of the weapons. Several power tools and a 6’ x 12’ enclosed cargo trailer were also among the stolen items recovered.

Of paricular interest among the stolen items recovered was over $30,000 worth of jewelry that had been stolen from a local jewelry store. This discovery lead to the arrest of 39 year old Melissa Mickulin of 206 College Street in Macon. Mickullin was charged with fiduciary theft in reference to the stolen jewelry. She is a former employee of Marks and Morgan Jewelers from which the jewelry was stolen.

James Mckinney and Melissa Mickulin were released after posting bond on their charges and are awaiting trial. Deputies Duncan Matthews and Robert Allen Jr. were lead investigators in this case.

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Wednesday December 3, 2008

Press Conference Release

Counterfeit Currency

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is advising business owners and management to check 50 dollar bills closely. Approximately $1,000 dollars in counterfeit 50’s has been recovered. The serial number, AB 21430598 A, is the same on all the bills. The suspects are a black male and a black female. Both appear to be in the mid 20’s to early 30’s. Two suspects passed the counterfeit bills on Monday December 1^st at the River Crossing Mall located on Riverside Drive. Their vehicle is unknown. The man in the attached video stills from the Eastman Wal-Mart incident is the male suspect being sought.

Identical counterfeit bills have been passed in Eastman, Georgia as well. Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators are working with the United States Secret Service and Investigators in Eastman to identify and locate the suspects.

Business are advised that if they encounter someone attempting to pass counterfeit currency, to notify law enforcement immediately. If the bill can be retained safely by the business then they should do so. If possible, stall the suspects until law enforcement arrives (and only if this can be done safely). Otherwise a conservative attempt to obtain a vehicle description, tag number and direction of travel for the suspects should be made. Businesses with surveillance footage of the suspect/s are asked to preserve the video for investigators.

Those with information pertaining to this case are asked to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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December 1, 2008

Armed Robbery

Bibb County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to Murphy Oil 6040 Harrison Road just before 6 AM on Saturday November 29^th. The clerk stated that two suspects approached him as he exited the outside restroom. They forced the clerk inside the store where they removed money from the cash register. They fled on foot in a westerly direction toward Chambers Road. The first suspect wore a white mask, black hooded sweat shirt and white sneakers. The second suspect wore all black clothing including a black hooded sweat shirt. He too wore white sneakers and was armed with a black handgun. Both suspects had similar physical descriptions being approximately 17 to 23 years of age, 5’-09” to 5’-11” tall and weighing between 160 and 170 pounds.

No one was injured during the incident. Anyone with information helpful to this case is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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November 28, 2008

Robbery and Auto Theft

A female suspect snatched money from an open register at the Villager Lodge 5009 Harrison Road just after 2:30 this afternoon. Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen located the suspect and took her into custody at the old K-Mart location on Eisenhower Parkway following a traffic stop at 2:43 PM. The suspect was transported to the crime scene where victims identified her.

The suspect was handcuffed and placed in the rear of a Bibb Sheriff’s Patrol Unit. The deputy exited his vehicle momentarily to consult with an investigator when apparently the suspect was able to free herself from the handcuffs, crawl through a small sliding window on the patrol vehicle’s cage and drive away from the scene.

A vehicle pursuit ensued during which the suspect sideswiped another vehicle at the Eisenhower Parkway / Second Street intersection. The driver of the other vehicle was not injured. The pursuit ended when the suspect lost control of the patrol vehicle and collided with a wall at the intersection of Oak and Fifth Streets. The suspect was not injured and no other patrol vehicles were damaged.

The suspect has been identified as Lethia Ann Thomacilli age 32 of Macon. She is in custody and faces charges of Robbery by Snatching, Auto Theft, Felony Eluding, Leaving the Scene of an Accident, Felony Obstruction, Damage to Government Property, Aggravated Assault with a Motor Vehicle, Reckless Driving, Speeding at 100 + mph and Escape Before Conviction.

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November 25^th, 2008

North Bibb Entering Auto Arrest

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolman Cameron Thomas responded to an entering auto in progress call at 2 AM this morning. Residents of the Falls at Spring Creek Apartments 1900 Wesleyan Drive had spotted two suspects breaking into a vehicle in the parking lot. Deputy Thomas arrived and briefly detained 18 year old Jones County resident Darrell Eugene Fuller of 126 River Hills Lane in a separate area of the complex before reaching the witnesses.

While Deputy Thomas spoke with witnesses and just as they identified Fuller as one of the suspects, he fled the area on foot, leaving his driver’s license in Deputy Thomas’ possession. Deputies recovered a blue1996 Honda Accord that had been occupied by the suspects abandoned in the parking area. A short time later, Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolman Thomas Kent, while searching the area for the fleeing suspects, spotted 18 year old Jones County resident Cory Michael Gladin of 103 Trophy Court. Gladin was walking in the 4100 block of Arkwright Road. Gladin was wet, covered in grass and dirt and fit a detailed description of the second suspect provided by the witnesses. The witnesses both identified Gladin as the second suspect.

Corey Michael Gladin was arrested and transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex where he was charged Entering an Auto. Deputies plan to obtain an arrest warrant for Darrell Eugene Fuller who was not captured. This is Gladin’s first arrest at the Bibb County LEC. Fuller has been booked into the Bibb LEC on two previous occasions reference Carrying a Concealed Weapon, Possession of an Article with an Altered Serial Number and DUI.

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November 25^th, 2008

Bibb Sheriff’s Office Nets Four Arrests in Recent Theft Investigations

Wilbur Franklin Walton Jr., age 39 of 4579 Forty-One Circle Macon, was arrested by Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen Adam Grant, Thomas Sullivan and Jeff Monroe at approximately 4 AM this morning following a vehicle and foot pursuit which began on Houston Road in South Bibb County and ended on Green Street off of Houston Avenue. Walton and his passenger, 26 year old Rachel Marie Stokes, fled on foot in the Green Street area from the white Volvo that Walton had been driving. They were captured a short distance away while trying to crawl under an abandoned house. Walton is currently being held in the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex charged with Probation Violation Superior Court, Aggressive Driving, No Proof of Insurance, Driving with Suspended License, Eluding Police and holds reference felony warrants from Houston and Twiggs Counties. Rachel Marie Stokes was arrested and charged with Felony Obstruction. She also has a hold for the Houston County Sheriff’s Office. This is Walton’s 30^th time being booked into the Bibb LEC since 1987 on charges such as traffic offenses, Arson, Auto Theft, and Theft by Taking, Aggravated Assault, Parole and Probation Violations, Robbery by Force, Armed Robbery and Escape before Conviction. Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators are examining evidence found in the suspect’s vehicle for possible links to recent crimes committed in Bibb County. Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen had been actively searching for Walton since information obtained recently by investigators indicated him as a possible person of interest in theft cases.

Eddie Christopher Conley, age 36 of 5413 Tinker Drive in South Bibb County, was arrested at his residence on November 16^thby Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolman Thomas Sullivan. Bibb Sheriff’s Investigator Paul Osgood had obtained a felony warrant for Conley after looking into a vehicle burglary that occurred in South Bibb. Conley is currently being held in the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex on charges of First Degree Forgery related to the vehicle burglary case. He has been booked into the LEC eleven times since 1998 on charges such as Contempt of Court, Probation Violation, Theft by Receiving Felony, Trafficking of Schedule II drugs and various Bench Warrants.

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigator Paul Osgood obtained felony warrants for 21 year old Josef Shayne Snellgrove Jr of 4025 Hartley Bridge Road after following leads in recent vehicle burglary cases in South Bibb County. On November 15, Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen Adam Grant and Thomas Sullivan spotted Snellgrove on Eisenhower Parkway near the I-475 interchange and arrested him following a traffic stop. Snellgrove is currently in custody at the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Law Enforcement Complex. He is charged with two counts of Entering Auto, Theft by Deception, and three counts of Financial Transaction Card Fraud. Snellgrove has been booked into the Bibb LEC six times since 2004 on charges such as Theft by Receiving Felony, Resisting Arrest, Gas Drive Off, Burglary, Identity Theft and Terroristic Threats.

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November 19, 2008

Armed Robbery

Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to 4860 Brookhaven Road at 11:14 last night. The owner of a Pionono Avenue restaurant was exiting his vehicle in the Brookhaven Apartments parking area when two unidentified black males wearing all black clothing approached him with handguns. The suspects were given cash from business proceeds and fled the area on foot in a northerly direction. No one was injured during the robbery.

Anyone with information on this robbery is urged to contact the Bibb Sheriff’s Office at 746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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November 13, 2008

Armed Robbery

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery that occurred just after 3 PM today. A black male approximately 5’-07” tall entered the X-Mart Adult store 2025 Emery Highway, pointed a hand gun at the manager and demanded cash. The suspect was given an undisclosed amount of cash and left the store on foot running west on Emery Highway toward the city limits of Macon. No one was injured during the robbery. Store employees followed the suspect in the company vehicle while relaying information to 911 operators. The suspect ran to the Bibb Auto Parts on Emery Highway where he forced a customer waiting in the parking lot to let him in her vehicle. The woman drove the suspect to the intersection of Emery Highway and Jeffersonville Road. The suspect got out of the vehicle at that point and ran in a northerly direction across Jeffersonville Road toward Shurling Drive.

Minutes later, while Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies searched the area, a second victim reported that the suspect got into his vehicle on Hawkinsville Avenue and forced him to drive to Walnut Creek Road off Shurling Drive. The suspect got out of the vehicle on Walnut Creek Road and was not seen again. No one was injured during any of the incidents.

The suspect is described as a light skinned black male in his late teens to early 20’s. He was wearing gloves, a black mask, gray hooded sweat shirt, black jeans and black & white tennis shoes.

Anyone with information pertaining to this case is asked to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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November 13, 2008

Armed Robbery Marathon Thomaston Rd

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery that occurred at 11:52 this morning. A black male approximately 6’00 tall entered the Marathon Convenience store at 6199 Thomaston Road, pointed a hand gun at the clerk and demanded cash. The suspect was given an undisclosed amount of cash and left the store on foot running toward Price Road. No one was injured during the robbery.

Sheriff’s Patrolmen searched the area but the suspect was not found. The suspect was wearing a “Rocawear” brand hooded jacket with the number 99 on the sleeve near the cuff and “Rocawear” in large letters across the back. There is a large “R” on the front left chest of the jacket. He was also wearing black cargo pants.

Anyone with information pertaining to this case is asked to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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November 8, 2008

Fatal Traffic Accident

A Lizella resident was fataly injured in a traffic accident on Friday November 7 at approximately 5 PM. Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies responded to 911 calls and found 23 year old Derek Chant Justice ejected from an overturned 1999 Chevrolet Malibu in the 5600 block of Hartley Bridge Road. Witnesses stated that Justice had passed several vehicles at a high rate of speed just prior to the accident while he was west bound on Hartley Bridge Road. No other vehicles were involved in the accident and Justice was the only occupant of the vehicle.

Justice was transported to the Medical Center of Central Georgia where he was pronounced dead at 6:28 PM.

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November 6, 2008

Armed Robbery

An armed robbery occurred at the Marathon convenience store 5013 Harrison Road at approximately 5:30 this morning. As the store manager was opening the store, a black male approached her with a large knife demanding cash. The victim complied by giving the supect cash from the register. The victim was not injured. The suspect fled on foot toward Harrison Road.

The suspect is described as a black male between 30 and 35 years old and 5’-06” to 5’-08” tall. He wore a blue jacket, dark jeans, a white halloween mask and white gloves.

Those with information on this or any case being investigated by the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office are urged to phone the Sheriff’s Office at 746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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November 5, 2008

Child Attacked by Dog

Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a reported dog attack on Crimson Drive in South Bibb County yesterday at 4:25 PM. Upon arrival Deputies found an 11 year old boy with multiple bite wounds to the arms, legs and head.

According to statements, a 12 year old friend of the victim had been walking a 2 year old pit bull terrier through the victim’s neighborhood. The two boys are acquaintances and when the victim approached, the dog apparently broke away from the 12 year old and attacked without provocation. A neighborhood resident stopped the attack by striking the dog with a shovel.

The dog is owned by Stewart Ellington of 4441 Jones Road. The child’s injuries were substantial but not life threatening. He was transported via ambulance for medical treatment. Bibb County Sheriff’s Animal Control Officers took the dog into custody for a 10 day quarantine. Charges are under consideration pending investigation.

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November 3, 2008

Media Release

Three black male suspects made forced entry to a home located at 3747 Kings Park Circle in East Bibb just after 3:30 PM today. One of the suspects brandished a handgun while the three demanded cash. The lone female resident was not injured during the incident.

The homeowner dialed 911 immediately after the suspects fled giving descriptions of the suspect and an identity of one she recognized by voice. Members of the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and Vice Unit were working a case nearby and minutes later found 18 year old Coby Durham hiding behind a house on East Royal Court nearby.

Durham is currently in custody and investigators are working on leads to possible identities of the other two suspects. Durham has been booked on charges of Armed Robbery and Burglary.

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November 3, 2008

Armed Robbery

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery that occurred at the XMart 2025 Emery Highway on Sunday morning. At approximately 5:40 AM a tall, thin black male wearing a ski mask and gloves entered the store brandished a handgun demanded money.

After receiving an undisclosed amount of cash, the suspect ordered the clerk to the rear of the store then fled in an unknown vehicle which was last seen on Emery Highway heading into the City of Macon. No one was injured during the incident.

Those with information on this or any other crime being investigated by the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office are urged to contact either the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestopperst at 1-877-68CRIME.

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October 31^st, 2008

Armed Robbery

At 9:55 PM on Thursday October 30, the Bibb Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call from the Country Corners convenience store 6620 Columbus road reporting that an armed robbery had just occurred.

The victims told responding Patrolmen and Investigators that three black males dressed in dark clothing approached the store while the owner was outside. One of the suspects held the owner at gunpoint outside the store while the other two entered the store. A second suspect held the clerk at gunpoint while the third emptied the cash registers. All three suspects’ faces were covered. Two of the suspects wore all black clothing and one of those two used a red bandana to cover his face.

The suspects left the store on foot with an undisclosed amount of cash. No vehicle was seen by the victims. Bibb Sheriff’s Crime Scene Investigators processed the scene and the case remains under investigation. Those with information on this case are urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME

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October 30, 2008

Traffic Accident I-75 South

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen responded to a reported traffic accident with injuries at approximately 12:30 this afternoon. Brett Lee, age 55, of Boca Raton, Florida was south bound near the Hartley Bridge Road overpass when he attempted to change lanes and struck a tractor trailer in the adjacent lane. The tractor trailer was driven by 55 year old Ronald Fitch of Morristown, Florida who was not injured.

After striking the semi, Lee’s Isuzu pickup spun out in front of it then made contact with the semi a second time on its opposite side before overturning and striking the left shoulder retaining wall. Fortunately Mr. Lee was wearing his seat belt and was not injured in the accident as callers assumed.

No citations were issued in the accident although investigating officers state that initial findings indicate Mr. Lee made an improper lane change. Deputies maintained one open lane during investigation and recovery activities and traffic was returned to normal operation at approximately 1:10 PM.

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October 28, 2008

Kidnapping & Rape Suspect Arrested

Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the Holliday Hotel 3590 Riverside Drive at 12:14 this morning in reference to a sexual assault. A 36 year old Macon woman stated that 31 year old Richard Jason Schmitt had beaten her, refused to let her leave his hotel room and then sexually assaulted her. After managing to escape, the victim went to front desk where management called for assistance.

Deputies went to the room and discovered that Schmitt had barricaded himself inside and was refusing to come out. After repeated attempts to reason with him failed, the Bibb Sheriff’s S.W.A.T. team was called to the scene. The victim was transported and treated for non life threatening injuries while S.W.A.T. team members assembled at the scene and prepared to make forced entry to the room.

S.W.A.T. team members made entry and took Schmitt into custody at approximately 2:40 AM. Schmitt was found in a highly agitated mental state. Indications are that he was under the influence of an as yet unidentified drug.

Richard Jason Schmitt was transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex where he was booked on charges of Kidnapping, Battery and Rape. Schmitt had established a temporary residence at the hotel but has ties to Nebraska and Texas.

Bibb Sheriff’s Corrections Deputies have been unable to obtain a booking photo of Schmitt as of the time of this release due to his uncooperative state. A booking photo will be provided as soon as it becomes available.

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October 26, 2007

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolman Ends Multi-County Armed Robber Pursuit

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrol Deputy Anthony Vadini was notified of a multi-county pursuit approaching Bibb County at 9:53 PM on Saturday, October 25^th. Vadini, who is a member of the Bibb Sheriff’s H.E.A.T. (Highway Enforcement of Aggressive Traffic) team, responded to Interstate 16 at mile post 7 west where he used Stop Sticks to flatten the suspect’s tires at approximately 10 PM. The suspect was taken into custody without incident at the Coliseum Drive exit where money from the robbery and a weapon were recovered his vehicle.

The lone white male driver had committed an armed robbery in Emanuel County and fled the scene in a black Toyota Tundra pickup. Emanuel county authorities began pursuing the suspect and the pursuit was joined by other jurisdictions as it continued through Laurens and Twiggs Counties. Members of the Georgia State Patrol were also involved in the pursuit which reached speeds above 100 mph.

Emanuel County authorities have not positively identified the suspect. The suspect claims to be Brandon Eugene Ingram, age 34, of Alabama. Steps are being taken to verify this information. Laurens County authorities transported Ingram back to Emanuel County since authorities from that county had abandoned the pursuit when it left their jurisdiction.

Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies have ended several pursuits using Stop Sticks. The availability of this equipment saves lives, property and tax money since the criminal’s vehicle is disabled without having to risk dangerous contact with it.

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October 22, 2008

Bibb Sheriff Preparing for National Stockpile Exercise

Bibb County Sheriff Jerry Modena conducts monthly meetings for the Homeland Security Task Force. The next meeting is scheduled for Friday, October 24, 2008 at 1:00pm at the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Training Range located at 110 Confederate Way, Macon, Georgia.

The October meeting will be attended by nearly 30 representatives from various emergency response organizations across Middle Georgia. The North Central Public Health District Office of Emergency Preparedness will present a course designed to familiarize task force members with the Strategic National Stockpile and plans for the mass distribution of vital supplies to the public in the event of a man made disaster.

October’s meeting will prepare task force members for the November meeting which will consist of a table top exercise on such a distribution effort.

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October 14, 2008

Update on Kidnapping Case

Bibb County Sheriff’s investigators are working with investigators from the Clayton County Police Department in reference to a kidnapping, robbery and attempted murder which took place on October 8^th. The victim, Calvin Creamer age 25, has told investigators that he was kidnapped by two suspects in Marietta, Georgia on October 8^th and transported to Bibb County in his own car by the two suspects.

The suspects drove Creamer to a remote location near Lakeside Park in East Bibb County where they cut the victim’s throat and left him for dead. Creamer’s car was later found abandoned and burned in Clayton County. Creamer was able to reach help and was transported to the Medical Center of Central Georgia where he has since been treated and released.

Investigators with the Marietta Police Department have identified the two suspects in the case as 21 year old Troy Donald Harvey and 30 year old Naeem Omar Milligan both of the Metro area. Harvey was arrested on October 11^th by Marietta investigators and is currently in custody in Cobb County charged with Battery, Kidnapping, False Imprisonment and Robbery. Warrants have been obtained for Milligan on similar charges. Milligan is believed to be at large in the Cobb County area. Bibb Sheriff’s investigators have obtained Attempted Murder and Aggravated Assault warrants for Harvey and Milligan.

Sheriff Modena wishes to acknowledge the invaluable assistance of the Marietta Police Department in capturing Harvey.

Below is a copy of a media release issued by the Marietta Police Department.

INCIDENT: Kidnapping/Aggravated Assault

LOCATION: Franklin Road, Marietta GA. 30067

SUSPECTS: Troy Donald Harvey, B/M, 21 yoa, of Marietta- IN CUSTODY

Naeem Omar Milligan, B/M, 30 yoa, - AT LARGE

CHARGES: Battery (M), Kidnapping (F), False Imprisonment (F), Charges pending in other jurisdictions.

The Marietta Police Department has arrested Troy Donald Harvey and has taken state warrants on Naeem Omar Milligan for the kidnapping, battery, and false imprisonment of Calvin Creamer. Milligan led Creamer to an unknown apartment on Franklin Road where he beat him and bound him with duct tape. Creamer was then placed in the trunk of his own car. Milligan met up with Harvey and drove around Marietta for several hours with the victim in the trunk before taking him to Bibb County.

Once in Bibb County, Creamer was taken to a vacant lot where he was removed from the trunk and dragged to a wooded area where the suspects cut his throat. Milligan and Harvey left Creamer for dead and fled the area in Creamer’s vehicle. Creamer was able to flag down a passing motorist and received medical assistance. Harvey and Milligan later abandoned the vehicle in Clayton County and set it on fire.

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office and Clayton County Police are investigating the activity that took place in their jurisdictions and charges are pending against Milligan and Harvey there. The Marietta Police Department has arrested Harvey on the listed charges. A state warrant has been taken on Naeem Omar Milligan by Marietta Police Detective Chris Lindsey. Milligan is not in custody. Anyone with information about Naeem Omar Milligan’s whereabouts should call 911.

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October 13, 2008

West Bibb Traffic Fatality

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal traffic accident that occurred at the intersection of Eisenhower Parkway and Holley Road in West Bibb County today at approximately 4:35 this afternoon.

Sixty two year old Linda Bennett of Thomaston, Georgia was driving a 2008 Honda Civic east on Eisenhower Parkway when investigators state that 57 year old J.C. Lawson of Upson County failed to yield right of way while turning left onto Eisenhower Parkway from Holley Road. Lawson’s 2000 Ford Contour struck Bennett’s vehicle in the passenger side causing it to leave the roadway and strike a tree. Ms. Bennett’s vehicle was entrapped by trees in a culvert requiring rescue efforts by the Macon Bibb County Fire Department.

Linda Bennett was transported to the Medical Center of Central Georgia where she succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced dead at 5:55 PM according to Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones.

The accident remains under investigation and any possible charges resulting from the investigation will be announced at a later time.

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October 2, 2008

Marijuana Trafficking Bust

A joint operation conducted by the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and Vice Unit, The Georgia Bureau of Investigation, The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, and the Butts County Sheriff’s Office led to the arrests of 27 year old Tevis Kesean Poole and 34 year old Billy Meyaski Poole on Friday September 26^th.

Information shared between the agencies led investigators to arrest Tevis and Billy Poole in the parking lot of Kroger on Zebulon Road. Investigators found over 80 pounds of marijuana in the suspects’ vehicle. The marijuana has a street value of over $200,000. Both suspects are being held in the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex without bond pending a Superior Court hearing.

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October 2, 2008

Methamphetamine Distribution Arrests

On Wednesday October 1^st, members of the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and Vice Unit arrested Daniel Clayton Hobbs age 37, Charles Robert Kirkland age 39 and Amanda Jean Wallace age 25 at 8082 Phelps Drive in West Bibb County for Possession of Methamphetamine with Intent to Distribute. The suspects were found in possession of approximately ¼ ounce of Methamphetamine with a street value of approximately $400.

In addition to distribution charges, Daniel Hobbs was charged with Trafficking Methamphetamine. The results of a related investigation indicate that Hobbs had been producing methamphetamine at a separate nearby location, 8088 Knoxville Road. A small amount of finished product was found in the trailer Hobbs was living in at that address.

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October 2, 2008

Motorist Collides With Bibb Sheriff’s Patrol Vehicle

At approximately 9:25 PM on Wednesday October 1^st, Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolman Sgt. Chris Dunn was parked in a cordoned off area of the I-75 south construction zone north of Hartley Bridge Road with his emergency lights activated when his patrol vehicle was struck from behind by a 2003 Kia Sedona minivan. The Kia was operated by 70 year old Diana Stanton of Tennessee.

Other motorists witnessing the accident told Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies that Stanton was apparently attempting to pass several vehicles before having to merge as directed by construction barrels and lighted signs. Instead of merging, Stanton struck several of the orange barrels, entered the marked off zone where Deputy Dunn was parked and struck Dunn’s vehicle from behind.

Ms. Stanton was transported to the Medical Center of Central Georgia where she was treated for non life threatening injuries and released Thursday morning. Sgt. Chris Dunn suffered minor injuries which did not require hospitalization. No citations were issued although accident investigators noted in the report that Ms. Stanton was traveling too fast for conditions.

On January 24 of this year, a construction worker was struck and killed very near this location when 55 year old Dennis Berry of Old Town Florida drove into a cordoned off area of the construction zone. Berry remains in custody at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex awaiting trial for First Degree Vehicular Homicide, DUI and Driving on a Suspended License.

Sheriff Modena strongly urges all motorists to exercise extra caution in construction zones and obey traffic laws. The reduced speed limits and construction warning devices are in place for the safety of both motorists and construction workers.

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September 28, 2008

Motorist Drives into East Bibb Home

Larry Scott Hill, age 48 of Big Oak Road in Twiggs County, lost control of his 2008 Nissan Frontier pickup truck just after 1 PM today and collided with a house located a 3634 Jeffersonville Road in East Bibb County. Bibb Sheriff’s deputies believe an unknown medical problem caused Hill to lose consciousness just prior to the accident.

Fifty year old Sharon Marlin was home at the time of the collision and was slightly injured. Hill also sustained non-life threatening injuries. Both were transported to the Medical Center of Central Georgia from the scene. The accident remains under investigation.

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September 27, 2008

Armed Robbery

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a personal armed robbery that occurred in the parking lot of the Days Inn West 6000 Harrison Road just after 3 o’clock this morning. Elizabeth Walker of Macon had just gotten out of her vehicle when a black male approached, pointed a hand gun at her and demanded her purse. Mrs. Walker complied and the suspect was last seen running toward Chambers Road. No one was injured during the incident.

The suspect is described as a young black male approximately 5’-04” to 5’-06” tall. He was wearing a black jacket and blue jeans. Anyone with information pertaining to this case is asked to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 746-9441. Those providing information leading to the arrest of the suspect may receive rewards by contacting Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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September 27, 2008

Aggravated Assault

Two victims were shot by unknown assailants in front of 122 Bobby Jones Lane just after 11 PM last night. Eighteen year old Bruce Gail Jr.of Jadan Place in Macon was standing near the roadway when three unidentified armed black males approached. For reasons unknown, the three suspects attempted to drag Gail into a wooded area behind the residence. Gail struggled with them, broke away and was running toward the street when he was shot four times. He suffered gun shot wounds to his shoulder and both upper legs. The second victim was Gail’s sister; 24 year old Canestia Cohen of Bobby Jones Lane. She heard the disturbance and walked outside to the front of her residence. Cohen then turned to run back inside while dialing 911 and was shot once in the hip by the suspects.

The suspects ran from the area toward Chambers Road. They are described as light skinned black males; one is tall and wore a red bandana over his face. The other two suspects are shorter; approximately 5’ 07” tall and wore black t-shirts over their faces and light colored shorts. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

September 19, 2008

Burglary Suspect Captured in South Bibb

A resident in the 6400 block of Chriswood Drive surprised a suspect who was apparently attempting to steal a generator from her garage just before 9 AM today in South Bibb County. The homeowner obtained a vehicle description and tag number from the vehicle as the suspect sped away. The information was immediately broadcasted by Bibb Sheriff’s dispatchers.

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen spotted the suspect’s green 4-door Ford Focus minutes afterward on Pionono Avenue in Macon near the Interstate 75 interchange. Deputies identified the suspect as 43 year old Timothy Lee Rivers of Kent Drive in Macon.

Rivers was transported from the arrest scene to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex where he was booked on charges of Driving without a License. Rivers is in custody with a bond of $1,395.

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SEPTEMBER 19^TH, 2008

VEHICULAR HOMICIDE ARREST PRESS CONFERENCE

Bibb County Sheriff’s Dispatchers received a call from the 911 center at 4:39 AM on April 27^th, 2008 reporting that 19 year old Edgar Zaldua of Warner Robins had arrived at Coliseum Medical Center with serious injuries.

Zaldua told hospital personnel that he had been in a wreck on Interstate 475 south bound between Thomaston Road and Eisenhower Parkway. Zaldua was soon transferred to the Medical Center of Central Georgia for treatment due to the extent of his injuries.

Bibb Sheriff’s Deputy Thomas Sullivan arrived at the accident scene at 4:41 AM and discovered a red 1991 Honda Accord approximately 30 feet off the road in a wooded area and the body of 19 year old Kelly Hill of Bonaire near the vehicle. Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones declared Ms. Hill dead at the scene.

Zaldua told a Bibb Sheriff’s Deputy that Kelly Hill had been driving the vehicle. Investigators later discovered that Zaldua called a friend, Stacy Bryant of Monroe County, from the accident scene with a cell phone and that the friend picked him up on Interstate 475 and took him to the Coliseum Medical Center. At that time it was unclear to investigators why Zaldua failed to report the accident immediately and obtain assistance for Ms. Hill.

Accident scene evidence indicated that the Honda Accord occupied by Hill and Zaldua was south bound on Interstate 475 south when the vehicle left the roadway and struck several trees on the right shoulder of the road; ejecting both occupants.

Bibb Sheriff’s Accident Investigators immediately had reason to believe that alcohol use may have been a contributing factor in the accident due to on scene evidence and statements from witnesses.

The results of an in depth investigation performed by the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Fatal Accident Investigation Team and Bibb Sheriff’s Crime scene investigators has lead them to arrest 19 year old Edgar Zaldua for 1^st Degree Vehicular Homicide.

Evidence retrieved from the vehicle and injuries sustained by Zaldua have lead investigators to the conclusion that Zaldua was in fact the driver of the vehicle; not Ms. Hill as he originally claimed.

Legal blood sample results obtained from Zaldua indicate that he was under the presence of alcohol at the time of the accident.

This is clearly a case in which dedication to duty, the availability of highly technical training and the latest investigative equipment has allowed law enforcement to speak for and pursue justice for those victims who are no longer here to speak for and defend themselves.

This is the 3^rd Vehicular Homicide arrest made this week by the Fatal Accident Investigation Team. Below is a media release from September 16^th which covers the two previous arrests.

September 16, 2008

Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies Arrest Two Vehicular Homicide Suspects

On Monday September 15, members of the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Fatal Accident Investigation Team served 1^st Degree Vehicular Homicide warrants on drivers in two separate fatal traffic accidents. Investigators had conducted in depth investigations in both cases and had been awaiting results from legal blood taken from both drivers.

Ian Nichols age 23 was taken into custody at his Goodall Mill Road residence in South Bibb County. Michael Lewis Clark age 51 was arrested at his Cherry Street apartment in Macon. Both suspects are presently in custody at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex charged with 1^st degree vehicular homicide.

Narratives of the incidents are below.

May 18, 2008

South Bibb Traffic Fatality

At approximately 9:30 PM Saturday May 17, 23 year old Ian Nichols of South Bibb County driving a 1997 Chevrolet Lumina and 21 year old Brittany Higdon of Lake Wildwood driving a 1996 Honda Accord were involved in a head-on collision on Hartley Bridge Road near the School Road intersection. Nichols was driving west bound and Higdon east.

Both drivers were transported to the Medical Center of Central Georgia with serious injuries. Nichols has since been released. Brittany Higdon succumbed to her injuries and died shortly after 11 PM Saturday May 17th.

Investigators with the Bibb Sheriff’s Fatal Accident Investigation Team, headed by Lt. Michael Scarbary, state that all evidence indicates that Nichols crossed the center line and struck Higdon’s vehicle. Results of Nichols’ blood tests indicated the presence of both alcohol and marijuana.

September 30, 2007

South Bibb Traffic Fatality

On September 30 of 2007 Michael Lewis Clark age 51 of Cherry Street in Macon was driving north bound on I-75 near mile post 157 when he lost control of his vehicle. Clark’s female passenger was ejected from the vehicle and died from injuries sustained in the accident.

Clark’s blood test results indicated the presence of cocaine.

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September 18, 2008

Motorcycle Fatality in West Bibb

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal traffic accident involving a motorcycle. The accident occurred in the 2400 block of Pineworth Road at approximately 10 AM today.

Evidence and witness testimony indicate that Spencer Chad Tomlin, age 30 of Bibb County was south bound on Pineworth Road when he lost control of his 2004 Suzuki Katana 750 in a curve. Tomlin crossed over the center line and struck a north bound 2008 Toyota Tundra pickup driven by 51 year old Idilia Williams of Alabama. Williams swerved onto the shoulder of the road in an attempt to avoid Tomlin but was unsuccessful.

Spencer Chad Tomlin was transported from the scene to the Medical Center of Central Georgia where he was pronounced dead by Bibb Coroner Leon Jones at 10:43 AM. No charges have been filed. The Bibb Sheriff’s Office Fatal Accident Investigation Team, headed by Lt. Michael Scarbary, has charge of the investigation.

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September 16, 2008

Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies Arrest Two Vehicular Homicide Suspects

Narratives of the incidents are below.

South Bibb Traffic Fatality

On September 30 of 2007 Michael Lewis Clark age 51 of Cherry Street in Macon was driving north bound on I-75 near mile post 157 when he lost control of his vehicle. Clark’s female passenger was ejected from the vehicle and died from injuries sustained in the accident.

Clark’s blood test results indicated the presence of cocaine.

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September 10^th, 2008

Bibb Sheriff’s Office 9-11 Ceremony

On Thursday September 11^th 2008, beginning at 10:00 a.m. in front of the Ray Wilkes Administration Building 668 Oglethorpe Street, Sheriff Jerry Modena will host a ceremony in remembrance of an event which touched the lives of Americans and in honor of those who gave their all on September 11, 2001.

In case of inclement weather, the event will be moved indoors to the 2^nd Floor Training Room.

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September 9, 2008

Accident with Injury

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen were dispatched to an accident scene in the 5700 block of Rivoli Drive at approximately 1:45 this afternoon. Clarence Lucas, age 62 of Macon, was driving south on Rivoli Drive near Luck Debonair Drive when he apparently lost control of his vehicle. His 1988 Mercury Sable left the roadway striking a culvert and a utility pole then overturned. Lucas was ejected a short distance from the vehicle.

Mr. Lucas was alone in the vehicle. He was transported to the Medical Center of Central Georgia with what appeared at first to be non life threatening injuries. He was later listed in serious condition due to internal injuries.

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September 2, 2008

Metal Theft Suspects Captured after Ramming Homeowner’s Fence

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen responded to a theft-in-progress call on Joan Drive in South Bibb County just before 4 PM today. A neighbor saw a red Ford pickup run over his neighbor’s fence. Two suspects got of the truck and began to load scrap copper from the yard. The neighbor approached the suspects while calling 911.

The suspects fled from the scene only to be captured within minutes on Hawkinsville Road near the Allen Road intersection. Sheriff’s Patrolmen began a coordinated search effort from different directions when given a vehicle description and direction of travel by the complainant. Lt. Richard Crooms spotted the suspects while they were stuck in traffic and took both suspects into custody.

Christopher O. Miller, white male age 30 of White Road in Byron and Joshua Allen Miller, age 20, also of Byron were transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex where they were each charged with Criminal Damage (felony) and Theft by Taking.

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August 28, 2008

Bibb Sheriff’s Office Hosting Unexploded Ordinance Seminar

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office will host a free seminar to take place on Friday August 29^th at 9 AM. The Army Corps of Engineers and U.S.A. Environmental Inc. will present a seminar at the Bibb County Sheriff’s Training Range located on Confederate Way in East Bibb just off Exit 6 from I-16.

The seminar will cover a brief history of Camp Wheeler and provide information on what a person discovering unexploded ordinance should do. This seminar is free to the public.

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August 21, 2008

Hummer Used in Attempted Burglary

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an apparent attempted burglary which took place at 1:53 AM this morning at the 74 Package Store located at 5451 Thomaston Road in West Bibb County. An unidentified suspect drove a Hummer SUV into the front of the business causing major structural damage. Nothing was stolen.

The vehicle has since been recovered off Romeizer Road after being reported stolen from the Beaumont Heights area to the Macon Police Department this morning.

Anyone with information regarding this case is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68 CRIME.

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8-20-08 Bibb County Sheriff Jerry Modena is New President of Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Homes

Bibb County Sheriff Jerry Modena was sworn in as the 2008-2009 President of the Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Homes, Inc. during the annual Georgia Sheriffs’ Association, Inc. Summer Training Conference on July 23 in Valdosta. State Senator Michael Meyer von Bremen presided over the installation ceremony of Youth Homes officers and administered the oath of office to Sheriff Modena and the newly elected officers. The new officers include, Murray County Sheriff Howard Ensley 1^st Vice President; Forsyth County Sheriff Ted Paxton, 2^nd Vice President; and, Sumter County Sheriff Pete Smith, Secretary-Treasurer.

Sheriff Modena has been active in the Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Homes, Inc. since taking office in 2001 and currently serves on the Board of Directors. Modena supports fundraising activities such as clay shoots and prize drawings in the county that raise money to support the children in the Youth Homes. In addition, Sheriff Modena is an active member of the Georgia Sheriffs’ Association, Inc. and currently serves as Region Five Vice President for the Association.

There are five youth campuses sponsored by the sheriffs through the Georgia Sheriffs’

Association, Inc. The Boys’ Ranch in Hahira provides full-time residential care facility for over 50 boys and girls. Cherokee Estate in Dalton is a residential and emergency care home for up to

48 girls.

Pineland is an emergency care facility for 24 boys located in LaGrange. Herrington Homestead is home to 36 boys and girls located in Emanuel County. The newest campus, MountainView, is located in Murray County, home to 12 boys.

Founded in 1956, the Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Homes, Inc. is a private non-profit

children’s charity sponsored by the Georgia Sheriffs’ Association, Inc. During the past year, more than 200 children were served in the four full-time residential care campuses. The Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Homes, Inc., sponsored by the Georgia Sheriffs’ Association, Inc., provides safe and wholesome residential care for dependent, neglected and abused children of Georgia.

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August 20, 2008

South Bibb Shooting

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that occurred at approximately 11:40 PM Tuesday August 19^th. Five people were in a Rutland Corners Apartment at 5577 Houston Road when someone knocked on the door. According to victim’s statements, Latisha Taylor, 19, opened the door with the chain latch still attached and closed the door when she saw an unidentified black male that had knocked on the door less than an hour before then walked away without saying anything.

This time Taylor stated that the unidentified suspect began trying to force the door open at which time she ran down the hall of the apartment. The report states that the suspect forced the door open and shot Taylor once in the lower back and once in the leg. Investigators discovered two apparent bullet holes in the front door of the apartment.

The suspect then, according to statements, shot through the locked door of one of the bedrooms striking 34 year old Violetta Hudson in the right hand. The suspect was described by victims as a dark skinned black male approximately 5’09” tall with an average build wearing a white t-shirt and black hat.

Also present in the apartment were 29 year old Trevor Hudson, a 16 year old male and a one year old child. The three additional uninjured occupants were in a bedroom of the apartment during the incident. The suspect’s method of escape is unknown. The victims were unable to provide a motive for the shooting.

Both victims were transported to the Medical Center of Central Georgia and had been released by Wednesday.

Anyone with information pertaining to this crime is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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August 19, 2008

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrol Reacts Swiftly to Gas Leak

A safety valve malfunction at a natural gas compressor station on Arkwright Road caused an unintentional release today shortly after noon. Bibb Sheriff’s Lt. Chip Wagner was off duty when he heard the initial release and recognized the sound as an open high pressure gas line.

Lt. Wagner immediately notified the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office and within minutes patrolmen had closed off Arkwright Road and began evacuations of a nearby apartment complex. Evacuations of two buildings were underway when automatic safety equipment at the plant detected the release and initiated procedures to close the line. The release lasted for less than ten minutes. There were no injuries and no property damage.

Sheriff Modena was very pleased with the outcome of this incident and equally satisfied with the combined results of emergency response training and experience exhibited by the Patrol Division.

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August 15, 2008

Off Duty Deputy Captures Possible Multi-State Theft Suspects

At approximately 8:30 PM Thursday August 14^th, Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolman Phillip Minchew was off duty in his Patrol vehicle when an alert citizen reported a burglary in progress at a vacant house on Raley Road in Southwestern Bibb County. Deputy Minchew was within a half mile of the call and spotted the suspects’ burgundy F-150 on Eisenhower Parkway pulling a trailer containing a tractor.

Occupying the F-150 were driver Shane Edward Smith age 36 of Jones County, Russell Wayne Yeomans age 40 of Lizella and Mandy Melissa Bryant age 29 of Macon. Shane Smith was found to have an outstanding warrant from Twiggs County for traffic related charges and was driving on a suspended license at the time of the traffic stop. Deputies Thomas Sullivan, Adam Grant and Jermaine Hill arrived as backup and assisted in the preliminary investigation.

A model 290 Stihl chainsaw found in the truck was registered as stolen out of Jones County Mississippi and Bradenton PD Florida. The chainsaw had evidently been stolen, sold, and then stolen from the second purchaser. Multiple tools and various types of power equipment were found in the truck. Furniture from the Raley Road residence was also recovered from the vehicle. The suspects were in possession of a laptop that was traced to a Federal Government facility Kentucky. Federal authorities are attempting to determine whether the laptop is stolen or is one that has been auctioned as surplus. The Ford 2000 series tractor which was on the suspects’ trailer was later determined to have been stolen from the Raley Road property.

All three suspects were arrested at the scene and transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex. Shane Smith was charged with Felony Theft by Receiving and Driving on a Suspended License. He has since been released on a $1,395 bond. Mandy Bryant was charged with Theft by Receiving. She posted a $1,200 bond and was released. Russell Yeomans was charged with Felony Theft by Receiving, posted a $1,200 bond and was transferred to the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office on outstanding warrants.

All three suspects may face additional charges, including burglary, involving recovered items as the investigation progresses.

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August 7, 2008

Bibb Sheriff’s Office Investigating Homicide

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is continuing an intensive investigation into what appears to be a murder. We are being assisted by the GBI, Bibb County Coroner’s Office, The District Attorney’s Office and the GBI. The lead investigators are Captain Mike Smallwood and Investigator Frank Thomas.

Just after 6 AM today, a witness noticed what was thought to be a small brush fire along the side of Bondsview Road in East Bibb County. The witness then found what was believed to be a body. A 911 call resulted in the response of the Macon Bibb Fire Department, EMS and the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office.

The body has been determined to be that of a black female with the following identifying tattoos:

In the middle of her back is a tattoo of a set of wings attached to a tombstone with the initials R.I.P. and the words “Finally Free”.

On the left shoulder the tattoo of the word “Juicy”.

The victim’s right ankle has a tattoo of a rose and the initials “MP”.

The victim wore a dice earing in her left ear.

As of the time of this release, the specific cause of death has not been determined.

Those with information on the victim or perpetrators are urged to call the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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August 7^th, 2008

Armed Robbery

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a personal armed robbery that occurred on Hillbrooke Court in North Bibb at approximately 12:40 AM today. Mohammed Iqbal was on his way home when he stopped to assist unknown suspects who were pretending to need mechanical assistance on Hillbrooke Court.

The suspects, described as 3 black males wearing ski masks, were in a red Ford Explorer. When Iqbal stopped, one of the suspects pointed a firearm at him and pulled him from his vehicle onto the road. Mr. Iqbal received minor injuries during the incident. The suspects stole deposits of an undisclosed amount from Mr. Iqbal’s vehicle. The cash was from his convenience store on Williamson Road.

Investigators believe that the suspects had been planning the robbery and most likely had followed Mr. Iqbal home on a previous occasion.

Sheriff Modena urges all business owners to be alert for suspicious persons and vehicles when closing and to always deposit earnings at their bank at varying times during the day prior to closing. Criminals of this type exploit routines and prey on those who are known to transport large amounts of cash. Business owners should dial 911 and be prepared to provide a location and direction of travel anytime they feel they are being followed after leaving their business.

Those with information on the suspects who committed this crime are urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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August 3, 2008

Home Invasion/Aggravated Assault

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a home invasion that occurred at approximately 2:30 AM this morning. James Dennis, 33, was alone in his Avalon Gardens apartment on Chambers Road when two unidentified black males made forced entry. Dennis was shot once in the abdomen during the incident and was transported for emergency medical treatment.He is currently in critical condition.

The suspects are described as two black males; one is short, light skinned and was wearing a dark shirt and dark jeans. His face was covered with a dark bandanna. The second suspect is tall and slender; dark skinned and was wearing a white t-shirt and dark jeans.

Robbery was apparently the motive for the robbery. The suspects took clothing from the apartment that is believed to have contained money belonging to the victim.

Anyone with information pertaining to this crime is urged to contact Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME or the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441.

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July 30, 2008

Joint Law Enforcement Effort Nets Fugitive

On the evening of Tuesday July 29^th, Deputy Jeremy Johnson of the Twiggs County Sheriff’s Office performed a traffic stop reference defective equipment on Henderson Road in North Twiggs County. The driver of the vehicle, later identified as Rasheen Abdul Forney age 33, began to act suspiciously at which time Deputy Johnson attempted to handcuff him for safety.

Forney then began to physically resist Deputy Johnson by attempting to strike him several times after which Forney fled on foot into a nearby wooded area. Twiggs Deputies who checked Forney’s Twiggs County residence in a search effort found a stolen vehicle on the property that had been taken from Fort Valley, Georgia. It was soon discovered that Forney had an outstanding felony warrant from North Carolina and a driving offense warrant from the City of Fort Valley. Further investigation and tips from various sources lead Twiggs County Investigator Chip Stokes, Chief Deputy Billy Boney, Twiggs Patrol Major James McDaniel, Deputy Johnson, Deputy Tony Watson and several Bibb County Sheriff’s Patrolmen to the Jeffersonville Road area of East Bibb on the morning of Wednesday July 30^th.

Coordinated efforts between Bibb and Twiggs Deputies resulted in a traffic stop of a vehicle in which Forney was a passenger. The stop was made on Joe Tamplin Blvd. near the Ocmulgee East Blvd. intersection. When the vehicle stopped, Forney jumped from the vehicle and fled into a thickly overgrown swamp area adjacent to the roadway. Deputy Brandon Grace of the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Division and Lt. Chip Stokes of the Twiggs County Sheriff’s Office gave chase and captured Forney within minutes.

Rasheen Abdul Forney was arrested at the scene and transported to the Twiggs County Law Enforcement Center where he was booked on charges of Theft by Receiving Stolen Auto, Obstruction, Fleeing and Eluding, Simple Battery on a Peace Officer, and a defective equipment violation.

Sheriff Mitchum commented that that enforcing minor violations such as defective equipment can lead to the discovery of more significant criminal activity and that interagency teamwork pays large dividends. Sheriff Modena added that this incident was yet another example in a recent series of coordinated projects among Middle Georgia law enforcement agencies and that all citizens benefit when dangerous criminals are taken off our streets.

For further information from the Twiggs County Sheriff’s Office, contact Chief Deputy Billy Boney at 478-945-3357.

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July 29, 2008

Woman Arrested After Assaulting Deputy

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolman Philip Minshew was struck in the nose this afternoon by an at-fault female driver who became belligerent after the accident.

Witnesses stated that Angela Ward, 37, of Macon, ran a yield sign at the intersection of Northside and Riverside drives at approximately 3:30 P.M. this afternoon causing a collision between two other vehicles.

Ward left the scene of the accident and was stopped shortly afterward by a Macon Police Officer who returned her to the accident scene.

Ward refused to cooperate and became increasingly belligerent when asked for information required to complete the accident report; insisting that she was not involved in the accident. It eventually became necessary to arrest Ward. While officers were attempting to handcuff her, she punched Deputy Minshew in the nose with a closed fist. Minshew received only minor injuries which required no treatment.

Angela Howard Ward was arrested at the scene and transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex where she was booked on charges of failure to yield, obstruction and battery on a peace officer.

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July 28, 2008

Apparent Staged Robbery Believed to be Collusion

Bibb County Sheriff’s Office dispatchers received an armed robbery report from the Wendy’s restaurant located at 6240 Zebulon Road on Sunday July 27 at approximately 2:40 PM. A description of the suspect’s vehicle was broadcast and within minutes after the call, Jack Cleveland, an off duty Bibb Sheriff’s Investigator had stopped the vehicle on Peake Road. Investigator Cleveland and Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen took 29 year old Precious Monique White of Robin Hood Road into custody. Officers found a red shirt, yellow gloves, a black wig and a cash register drawer in the front seat of White’s vehicle.

The Wendy’s employee that had been working the drive through window, 21 year old Jessica Singleton of Mumford Road, told Sheriff’s Deputies that a suspect driving a dark green or black SUV had pulled up to the drive through window, displayed what appeared to be a gun and demanded money. Singleton described the suspect as a black person who looked like a man wearing a wig. Singleton told deputies she complied by giving the suspect the cash drawer from the register.

Precious White stated that she and Singleton had planned the theft together, that she had ordered food at the drive through and that Singleton then handed her the cash drawer at which time White drove away. No firearm was found in White’s vehicle. Both individuals admit to knowing each other. Other evidence collected by investigators supported White’s story as well.

Precious Monique White was arrested on charges of Theft by Taking Felony and a Superior Court Bench Warrant. She is currently in custody with a bond of $2,300. Jessica Singleton was interviewed by Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators and arrested on charges of Fiduciary Theft on Monday July 28. She is currently in custody at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex with a bond of $2,850.

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July 24, 2008

Bibb Sheriff’s Email Program Nets Arrest

A program that has been in place at the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office since 2002 again has played a crucial part in capturing a wanted suspect today. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Email Update program was started under Sheriff Modena as a supplement to Neighborhood Watch operations and now has nearly 1,400 members in Middle Georgia.

Adam Lloyd McCarey, age 29 of Perry, had outstanding warrants from the Bibb and Monroe County Sheriff’s Office involving 3 incidents of Fleeing and Eluding, Criminal Damage and Driving on a Suspended License. An Email Update member sent in a tip on McCarey’s location today and within 2 hours Deputies from the Houston County Sheriff’s Office had taken McCarey into custody at a residence on Marshallville Road in Perry, Georgia.

Tips from Email Update members have been credited with the identification or capture of multiple felony suspects since its creation. Email Update membership consists of business owners and management, Neighborhood Watch members, residents of Bibb, Jones, Houston and Crawford Counties and representatives of the contiguous law enforcement agencies. On several occasions, contiguous agencies have used information collected and distributed by the program to facilitate the capture of suspects in various crimes. With this program in place, tips and descriptions of suspicious persons and vehicles can be transmitted directly to Bibb County Sheriff’s Patrol units via email. Email Update is a prime example of both interagency team work and communication between law enforcement and the community.

Sheriff Modena pointed out that Email Update is a product of its membership and that its success is a reflection of the character, dedication and determination of the citizens and law enforcement officials in Bibb County and Middle Georgia.

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July 18, 2008

Security Officer Stabbed During Theft Attempt

Harrison Road Wal-Mart Loss Prevention Specialist Musa Porter, age 22 was attempting to apprehend two shoplifting suspects shortly before 1 PM today when one of the suspects stabbed Porter Multiple times. The suspects then fled the store and left in a white 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. Nathan Dawson, a local surgeon was in the store at the time of the assault and is credited with saving Porter’s life by controlling the bleeding from an arterial wound until emergency personnel arrived.

A partial tag and the vehicle’s description allowed Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen to develop a list of suspects using mobile data terminals in their vehicles. The vehicle, registered to 23 year old James Griffin was located by Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolman Thomas Sullivan in less than a half hour at 3560 Flamingo Drive. Griffin was taken into custody at the residence on multiple outstanding felony warrants related to drug charges. After interviewing Griffin, Sheriff’s Investigators charged him with Aggravated Assault and Shoplifting as well. Items stolen from Wal-Mart, including multiple CDs, were found in Griffin’s possession.

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators have identified the stabbing suspect as 21 year old Ashley Markell Booker of Fort Hill Street. Booker currently has outstanding warrants for Aggravated Assault and Shoplifting. He is 5’10” tall and weighs approximately 145 pounds. Anyone with information on Ashley Markell Booker is asked to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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July 21, 2008

Bank Robbery Suspect in Custody

A bank robbery occurred at the Wachovia Bank 150 Tom Hill Sr. Blvd. at approximately 10:15 AM on July 11, 2008. A black male wearing a blue suit and red tie presented a note indicating he was armed with a gun and demanding cash. Witnesses stated the suspect was given an undisclosed amount of cash then ran in a northerly direction from the bank.

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigator Chris Harrell states that Donald Bernard Kelly, age 44 of Ellenwood, Georgia was arrested and charged with robbing the Wachovia Bank at 3535 Wheeler Road in Richmond County on Wednesday, July 16^th. Investigator Harrell worked with authorities in Richmond County as well as FBI representatives when similarities in suspect descriptions became known. On Friday, July 18^th, Investigator Harrell obtained an Armed Robbery warrant for Donald Bernard Kelly in reference to the robbery of the Wachovia Bank located at 150 Tom Hill Sr. Blvd. in Bibb County.

Kelly is currently in custody in Richmond County and will face armed robbery charges in Bibb County following proceedings in Richmond County.

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July 18, 2008

Security Officer Stabbed During Theft Attempt

Harrison Road Wal-Mart Loss Prevention Specialist Musa Porter, age 22 was attempting to apprehend two shoplifting suspects shortly before 1 PM today when one of the suspects, a black male in his late teens, stabbed Porter Multiple times. The suspects then fled the store and left in a white 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. Nathan Dawson, a local surgeon was in the store at the time of the assault and is credited with saving Porter’s life by controlling the bleeding from an arterial wound until emergency personnel arrived.

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators are seeking the suspect that stabbed Musa Porter. He is described as a black male in his late teens. He is approximately 5’06” tall with a slim build and is known by the nick name of “Rush”. Anyone with information on this suspect is asked to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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July 11, 2008

Bank Robbery

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a bank robbery that occurred at the Wachovia Bank 150 Tom Hill Sr. Blvd. at approximately 10:15 AM today. A black male described as being from 35 to 40 years of age wearing a blue suit and red tie presented a note demanding cash. Witnesses stated the suspect was given an undisclosed amount of cash then ran in a northerly direction from the bank and may have left in a silver passenger vehicle.

Anyone with information on this crime is asked to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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July 10, 2008

Bibb Traffic Fatality

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Division is investigating a fatal traffic accident that occurred at approximately 2:45 this afternoon. Witnesses and accident scene evidence indicate that 48 year old Pamela Gail Gay of Lizella crossed over the center line while driving north bound on Houston Road near the Bibb/Houston County line.

Fifty – nine year old Danny J. Maxwell of Barnesville, Georgia was south bound on Houston Road driving a Freightliner dump truck. Maxwell swerved toward the shoulder of the road in an attempt to avoid Gay’s Kia Sorento but was unsuccessful. Pamela Gay died at the accident scene of injuries sustained in the collision. Maxwell was not injured in the accident.

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July 6, 2008

Aggravated Assault

Thirty-one year old Recardo Jackson of Macon was stabbed during an altercation at Polly’s Mirage 3260 Jeffersonville Road at around 1 AM Sunday morning. Bibb Sheriff’s Investigator Lt. Paul Edwards stated that a verbal altercation between Jackson and another patron began inside the establishment then moved into the parking area where the situation deteriorated into a physical confrontation.

Jackson was transported to Coliseum Hospital by another patron immediately after being stabbed in the chest and abdomen. The patron that stabbed Jackson had left the scene prior to officers’ arrival. Jackson was transferred to the Medical Center of Central Georgia where he remains in critical but stable condition.

The incident remains under investigation. The identification of the patron who stabbed Jackson has not been verified.

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July 2, 2008

Traffic Accident at Hampton Inn

At approximately 1:45 PM today, Tarik Cole age 28 of Byron, Georgia driving a 2007 Chevy Tahoe on Wilson Road ran a stop sign, drove through a concrete wall and into the swimming pool located at the Hampton Inn 5010 Eisenhower Parkway.

No injuries occurred during the accident. Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolman Phillip Minshew stated that alcoholic beverages were found in Cole’s vehicle.

Cole was transported to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Law Enforcement complex where he was booked on charges of Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol, Open Container and Disregarding a Stop Sign.

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June 30, 2008

Armed Robbery

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigator Larris Wright is working a robbery that occurred at approximately 11 PM on Sunday, June 29 at the McDonald’s restaurant located on the corner of Harrison Road and Eisenhower Parkway. Witnesses stated that a black male suspect wearing black pants, black shoes, a black hooded jacket with white symbols and a “Scream” mask entered the restaurant brandishing a silver semi-automatic handgun.

The suspect ordered three customers and two employees to the rear of the store where he ordered employees to fill a bag with money from two cash registers and a safe. The suspect then ran from McDonald’s to the Villager Lodge located at 5009 Harrison Road where witnesses stated they saw the suspect get into a late 1990’s green Ford Expedition driven by a white male. The customers were not robbed and no one was harmed during the robbery.

Anyone with information on this crime is asked to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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June 27, 2008

Massage Parlor Arrests

On June 25^th, an undercover officer with the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office went to Four Seasons Sauna at 3975-4 Arkwright Rd. After being propositioned for masturbation at a cost of $40 and sex at a cost of $200, the officer left the business and notified Investigators. Investigators arrested Eun Hee Lee for Prostitution and In Won Kang was charged with Keeping a Place of Prostitution as she was in charge of the establishment.

On June 26th, the Bibb County Sheriff’s Narcotics and Vice Unit sent an undercover officer into the Thailand Spa at 4378 Pio Nono Ave. After being propositioned for masturbation and sex at a cost of $120, the officer left the business and notified Investigators. Investigators arrested Ty Thi Nguyen for Prostitution and Sandy Le Tran was charged with Keeping a Place of Prostitution. All arrestees have posted bond amounts of $650 and have been released from the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex.

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June 27, 2008

ID Theft Suspect Arrested after Victimizing Elderly Woman

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigator Jack Cleveland has arrested 36 year old Carian Valencia Hill of 6752 Knoxville Road Lizella after investigating an identity theft case in which an elderly woman was victimized. Results of the investigation lead to the conclusion that Hill befriended the victim and in February stole her wallet. Hill also managed to have all of the victim’s mail diverted to her address.

Between February of this year and the time of her arrest, Hill used the victim’s identity and credit to purchase over $6,000 in items from Best Buy and made over $4,000 in purchases at Farmer’s Furniture. Hill also used the victim’s identity to establish credit and make purchases at JCPenney, Lowe’s, Macy’s, Wal-Mart and Dish TV.

Carian Valencia Thomas Hill was arrested on June 24 and charged with 2 counts of Identity Fraud (with as many as 5 additional counts pending), 27 counts of deposit account fraud, contempt of Civil Court, a Bench Warrant from Bibb Superior Court and a bail violation. Monroe and Wilkinson County Sheriff’s Offices also have placed holds on Hill in reference to other cases.

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June 26, 2008

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolman Captures Card Fraud Suspect

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolman Thomas Sullivan went the extra mile to capture a fraud suspect on June 25^th. A fraud victim who lives in Bibb County reported that his credit card account was being used to rent a hotel room and purchase pizzas.

Deputy Sullivan made several quick inquiries that lead him to the Howard Johnson Inn on Cavalier Drive. While Deputy Sullivan was interviewing a clerk about the fraudulent charges management alerted him that the suspect was driving out of the hotel parking lot as they spoke.

Deputy Sullivan caught up to the vehicle and performed a traffic stop to find it occupied by 49 year old George “Bucky” Houtz, his wife and three children. Further investigation revealed that Houtz was employed by an auto parts store in North Bibb County where the fraud victim had recently made a purchase.

George W. “Bucky” Houtz III of James Place in Lake Wildwood was arrested at the scene and transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex where he was booked on two counts of financial transaction card fraud.

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June 25, 2008

Bibb Deputy Arrested and Terminated in Theft Case

A recent Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Internal Affairs investigation revealed that Bibb County Sheriff’s Deputy Robert Moran volunteered as Band Booster President for Westside High School on Heath Road at the beginning of the 2007-2008 school year. Testimony indicates that school officials entrusted a sum of money to Moran for use in the program. In January of 2008 school officials began to discover discrepancies in the account. Problems with the account continued until May of 2008 when school officials brought the matter to the attention of Bibb County Sheriff Jerry Modena. Approximately $2,600 in funds was unaccounted for at that time.

Sheriff Modena immediately ordered an internal investigation into the matter. Results of the investigation lead to the arrest and termination of Robert Preston Moran age 41. Moran was arrested on June 23, 2008, charged with Felony Theft by Taking and released on $3,400 bond. A tentative trial date has been set for July.

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JUNE 24, 2008

INTERAGENCY TEAMWORK NETS $150,000 STOLEN GOODS RECOVERY

AT APPROXIMATELY 8:15 AM TODAY, TROOPER EDDIE MOSKALY OF THE GEORGIA STATE PATROL STOPPED A RENTED MOVING VAN FOR SPEEDING (86 MPH IN A 65 ZONE) ON INTERSTATE 475 NORTH IN BIBB COUNTY.

THE DRIVER HAD NO PAPERWORK FOR THE ITEMS BEING TRANSPORTED WAS NOT ABLE TO ANSWER BASIC QUESTIONS REGARDING THE CARGO.

TROOPER MOSKALY CALLED FOR AN INVESTIGATOR FROM THE BIBB SHERIFF’S OFFICE. INVESTIGATOR PAUL OSGOOD DETERMINED THAT THE TRUCK LOAD OF “POLO” BRAND CLOTHING WAS STOLEN FROM A TRACTOR TRAILER RECENTLY IN DASHER, GEORGIA (LOWNDES COUNTY).

INDUSTRY EXPERTS HAVE INITIALLY PLACED THE VALUE OF THE ITEMS AT A CONSERVATIVE ESTIMATE OF OVER $150,000.

THE DRIVER OF THE TRUCK, EDDIE DAVID AGEE, AGE 48 OF ATLANTA IS CURRENTLY IN CUSTODY AT THE BIBB LAW ENFORCEMENT COMPLEX CHARGED WITH THEFT BY RECEIVING STOLEN PROPERTY.

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June 23^rd, 2008

Meth Trafficking Arrest

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and Vice Unit arrested 41 year old James Loyd Fossett Saturday night June 21^st for Trafficking Methamphetamine. Fossett was in the process of making methamphetamine at his 3838 Grand Avenue home in Macon when arrested. Fossett also had approximately $400 worth of methamphetamine on his person packaged for sale. Stacy Barnett, age 20 of Crawford County and her 11 week old baby were also present at the scene. Stacy Barnett and the infant received examinations at a local medical facility and were later released. Charges against Stacy Barnett are pending.

Fossett was arrested at the scene and transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex where he was charged with Trafficking Methamphetamine. Fossett may face additional charges once investigators have obtained warrants. Additional charges pending against him are Possession of a Firearm during Commission of a Felony, and Child Endangerment.

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June 19, 2008

Fatal Motorcycle Accident

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal motorcycle accident that occurred at approximately 9:45 PM on Wednesday June 18^th. James Meeks age 23 of Roberta was riding a Honda CBR 600 and was accompanied by a friend who was riding another motorcycle. Witness testimony indicates that Meeks turned onto Heath Road from Thomaston Road and immediately accelerated to a high rate of speed.

A vehicle left the Heathwood Road intersection and turned onto Heath Road at which time evidence and witness testimony indicates that Meeks swerved into the opposing lane, lost control of his motorcycle and struck the now oncoming vehicle in the opposite lane. Meeks was thrown approximately 200 feet after colliding with the oncoming vehicle and died at the scene from injuries sustained.

The accident remains under investigation by the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Fatal Accident Investigation Team.

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June 18, 2008

Entering Auto Suspects Captured in Stone Edge Subdivison

On Wednesday morning just after 3 AM Bibb County Sheriff’s Patrolmen Thomas Sullivan and Adam Grant were dispatched to Stone Edge Drive in reference to a suspicious vehicle in the area. The Deputies arrived on scene within several minutes and stopped a Ford Crown Victoria occupied by 29 year old Heath Avery and 18 year old Steven Lister. Heath Avery had two outstanding warrants; a State Court bench warrant from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office and a State Court bench warrant from the Monroe County Sheriffs Office. A canvass of the area revealed that several vehicles in the area had been entered and evidence recovered indicates that Avery and Lister were involved. Bibb Sheriff’s Investigator Allie Seckinger is also looking into the suspects’ possible involvement in a similar case that occurred on Wesleyan Woods Drive shortly before the Stone Edge Drive cases.

Both Suspects were arrested at the scene and transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex. Heath Brandon Avery of Brookhaven Road is charged with Violation of Superior and State Court Probations, Bench Warrant State Court and Theft by Receiving Stolen Property. Steven R. Lister of Nisbet Drive is charged with Theft by Receiving Stolen Property.

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JUNE 11, 2008

ARREST OF BIBB DEPUTY

A Bibb County Sheriff’s Deputy assigned to the Corrections Division was arrested by the Macon Police Department early this morning following a traffic stop on Eisenhower Parkway. Jiwana Daquare Green age 30 has been employed with the Sheriff’s Office for 3 years. Green was found by Macon Police officers to be in possession of marijuana after being stopped for traffic violations in his personal vehicle.

Green was arrested at the scene of the stop and transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex where he was booked on several traffic violations and possession of marijuana. Sheriff Modena has suspended Green pending the results on internal investigation.

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June 5, 2008

Bibb Sheriff’s Office Investigating Early Morning Shooting

A resident of the Super 8 Motel at 6007 Harrison Road was awakened by a disturbance and then pleas for help shortly before 4 AM today and found 29 year old Macon resident Gregory Rutherford in the parking lot with a gun shot wound to his abdomen. The resident drove Rutherford to the Medical Center where officials notified the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office.

Rutherford told Bibb Sheriff’s Investigator Jack Cleveland that he had just arrived at the hotel after leaving a night club in East Macon when he was attacked and robbed by several unidentified males. Rutherford stated that after robbing him, one of the unidentified suspects shot him then all of the suspects fled in a green vehicle.

The case remains under investigation and Rutherford was in stable condition at the Medical Center of Central Georgia this morning. Those with information pertaining to this case are asked to call the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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June 4, 2008

BIBB SHERIFF’S NVU ARRESTS

Russell James Odom, age 37 of Metro Way in Macon, remains in custody today at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex following his arrest on the evening Tuesday June 3^rd by members of the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and Vice Unit. Odom was arrested for Possession of Marijuana with intent to distribute and Felony Obstruction. The arrest took place following a brief foot pursuit of Odom in the Anthony Road/ Lilly Avenue area. At the time of his arrest, Russell Odom was out of jail on bond (since March 21) regarding a previous felony arrest by the Bibb County Sheriff’s Narcotics and Vice Unit.

Odom was found to be in possession of 4 pounds of marijuana. This discovery lead to a search warrant being served at a Massey Road residence where 36 year old Marcus Anthony of Mikado Avenue was found to be in possession of 5 additional pounds of marijuana and 13 grams of powder cocaine. Anthony was also out of jail on a felony bond (since March 27^th) at the time of his arrest. Anthony is still in custody at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex and charged with Possession of Marijuana with intent to distribute and Possession of Cocaine with intent to distribute.

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June 2, 2008

Motorcycle Accident on I-16

Motorcyclist John Khin, 44 of Marietta, Georgia was east bound on I-16 at the Macon City Limits at approximately 2 PM when the motorcycle struck a deer. Mr. Khin was riding a 1998 Honda Valkyrie which caught fire after the collision. The east bound lanes were closed for approximately ½ hour due to visibility problems and work area required for emergency services. Mr. Khin was not seriously injured but was transported the Medical Center of Central Georgia.

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May 29, 2008

FBI and U.S. Attorney’s Office Honor 3 BSO Deputies

Three Bibb County Sheriff’s Deputies were honored on Wednesday May 28th by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Deputy Annette Horn, Investigator Lt. Paul Edwards and Lt. Glenn Brickle were presented with awards for their roles in solving a bank robbery case that occurred in November of 2001.

Michael Chambliss age 27, Jermaine Harp age 25 and Eric Thomas age 25 were convicted for the robbery of the Suntrust Bank located on Hartley Bridge Road. The prosecution of all three suspects was completed earlier this month and each received a sentence of 117 months for the robbery.

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May 27, 2008

Sheriff Modena to Receive GBI Award

Georgia Bureau of Investigations Director Vernon Keenan will present his leadership award to Bibb County Sheriff Jerry Modena Wednesday May 28, at 2:30 PM in the 2^nd floor training room of the Ray Wilkes Administration Building 668 Oglethorpe Street.

The Director Vernon Keenan Leadership Award will be given in recognition of the exemplary leadership skills that were used in order to advance the CIT program.

The Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) is the collective effort of organizations that are committed to people suffering from mental illness. The CIT program is sponsored by the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, the Georgia Department of Human Resources Division of Mental Health, Development Disabilities, and Addictive Diseases, Georgia Bureau of Investigation, Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police, Georgia Sheriff's Association and Georgia Public Safety Training Center.

Law enforcement officers who receive CIT training are better equipped to assist individuals with mental illness that they encounter in the line of duty. Sheriff Modena supports and is involved in the administration of several programs which address the plight of mentally ill persons who interact with law enforcement. In November of 2006 Sheriff Modena assigned a team of Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies who are CIT instructors to design and give classes to Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies as well as other law enforcement agencies in the Middle Georgia area. Each class is one week in duration and over 100 officers from agencies throughout Middle Georgia have attended one of the four classes that have been given. A fifth CIT class will be given in July of 2008 at the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Training Facility 110 Confederate Way.

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May 27, 2008

Community Policing Effort Nets Drug Dealer

On May 23, 2008 members of the Middle Georgia Drug Task Force and Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and Vice Unit participating in a community policing event in the Kings Park Neighborhood of East Bibb arrested an area resident on drug charges.

Bibb County Sheriff’s NVU officer Lt. Billy Johnson spotted a black Chevrolet Tahoe speeding through an area on Kings Park Circle where children were playing and alerted Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolman Jarrell Hill who stopped the vehicle on Majestic Court. The driver of the vehicle was identified as 50 year old Cleveland Shinholster of 3530 Windsor Circle.

Bibb Sheriff’s K-9 Brenda alerted to the vehicle during the traffic stop which lead to the discovery of five pieces of crack cocaine and a bag of marijuana hidden in the vehicle. Cleveland Shinholster was arrested at the scene and transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex where he was booked on charges of Superior Court Probation Violation, Misdemeanor Marijuana Possession and Possession of Cocaine with intent to distribute.

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May 25, 2008

Death of Bibb Sheriff’s Deputy Mike Thomas

Deputy Michael Sean Thomas of the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Division died at the Medical Center of Central Georgia at 10:20 AM this morning; succumbing to injuries received in an April 26th traffic accident. At approximately 4:40 PM on April 26, 2008, Bibb Sheriff’s Motorcycle Patrol Officer Mike Thomas was severely injured in a traffic accident at the intersection of Emery Highway and Lakeside Road. Deputy Thomas was traveling west on Emery Highway approaching the Lakeside Road intersection when, according to investigators, 49 year old Macon resident Levi Bonner driving a black 1999 Chevrolet pickup left the parking lot of the Thunderbird Package store, 2585 Emery Highway, and crossed the east and west lanes of the highway in an attempt to enter Lakeside Road.

Deputy Thomas was riding a Bibb Sheriff’s Harley Davidson Patrol motorcycle which struck the passenger side of Bonner’s truck. Deputy Thomas received multiple injuries in the accident. Levi Bonner and his passenger, Lewis Bonner Jr. age 49 of Macon received minor injuries. Bibb Sheriff’s traffic investigators determined that Levi Bonner failed to yield right of way to Deputy Thomas.

Funeral arrangements for Deputy Thomas will be announced on a later date. Deputy Michael Thomas was a very dedicated and professional eight year veteran of the Bibb Sheriff’s Office. He was a member of the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office S.W.A.T. team, a member of the Bibb Sheriff’s Honor Guard, a certified E.M.T. and formerly a fire-fighter with the Macon-Bibb County Fire Department. The personnel of the Bibb Sheriff’s Office deeply appreciate the outpouring of support from the citizens of Middle Georgia that both we and Michael’s family have experienced during Mike’s battle. It is our request that thoughts and prayers continue to be extended as we mourn the loss of both an outstanding, decorated co-worker and a close friend.

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May 23, 2008

MEDIA CONFERENCE

On the afternoon of Wednesday May 21, members of the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and Vice Unit performed a traffic stop on Pansy Avenue and executed a search warrant 1630 Woodrow Place culminating in the arrest of serial armed robbery suspects Michael Gaston and Chastity James.

Lt. Harry Colbert, Lt. Chris Patterson, Investigators Joel Presley, E.J. Jones and Duncan Matthews, all of the Bibb Sheriff’s NVU, stopped a green Mitsubishi Montero on Pansy Avenue which robbery suspect Gaston was believed to be occupying. Evidence from the stop lead the investigators to 1630 Woodrow Place where suspect Chastity James was arrested.

This arrest was the result of the collaborative efforts of the Macon Police Department, the Byron Police Department and the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Investigators from each agency had been comparing similar armed robbery cases for several weeks prior to the arrest. Vehicle descriptions, suspect descriptions and other information were shared between the agencies in order to facilitate the capture of these individuals.

Michael Gaston, age 31 of Woodrow Place in Macon is in custody at the Bibb LEC charged with 2 counts of armed robbery. Chastity James, age 18 of Woodrow Place is also in custody currently charged with 1 count of armed robbery. The investigation continues and may result in further charges against the suspects.

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May 22, 2008

Domestic Call Results in Kidnapping Arrest

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolman Jamey Jones arrested 29 year old Beaver Oaks Drive resident Matthew Lee Kimsey this afternoon following a foot pursuit and brief scuffle with the suspect. Deputy Jones was dispatched to Oxford Road this afternoon reference a domestic problem and arrived to find the female victim’s eighteen year old son holding Kimsey to the ground.

Kimsey had returned to the residence following a previous disturbance and had become violent and belligerent in violation of orders to stay away from the property. When Jones attempted to take Kimsey into custody, Kimsey shoved Deputy Jones and fled on foot. Jones soon caught up to Kimsey who continued to resist arrest until handcuffed.

Deputy Jones was then told by the victim that during the early morning hours Kimsey had beaten her, dragged her by her hair, forced her into his vehicle then drove around for approximately two hours refusing to let her leave the vehicle. Upon inspection, Deputy Jones found that the suspect had caused significant damage to the interior of the victim’s home.

Matthew Lee Kimsey was arrested and transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center where he was booked on charges of Battery Family Violence, Criminal Trespass Family Violence, Kidnapping and Obstruction.

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May 22, 2008

Body of Hit and Run Victim Discovered

The body of 21 year old Stanley Lamar Harris of Thomaston, Georgia was discovered at approximately 8 AM today on the west bound shoulder of the 6000 block of Thomaston Road. A resident in the area discovered Harris’ body near her driveway.

Bibb County Sheriff’s Investigators believe that Harris was struck by an unknown vehicle while walking near the highway sometime between 12:15 AM and 8 AM this morning. Preliminary investigation indicates that Harris was apparently attempting to make his way to Thomaston, Georgia to visit his father.

Investigators are asking that anyone with information on this crime contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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May 18, 2008

South Bibb Traffic Fatality

The details of the accident are still under investigation by the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Fatal Accident Investigation Team. Fault in the accident had not officially been determined as of 6 PM Sunday. Team members continue collection of roadway and vehicle evidence.

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May 12, 2008

Bibb Traffic Fatality

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal traffic accident that occurred shortly after 9 AM this morning on Eisenhower Parkway between Fulton Mill and Knoxville Roads.

Accident scene evidence and witness statements indicate that 47 year old Bennyfrank Harrell of Crawford County was traveling east on Eisenhower Parkway in a 1996 Chevrolet Pickup and attempted to pass a slower vehicle. Michael Marshall, age 33 of Geneva, Georgia was west bound in a 2006 Freightliner box truck when Harrell’s vehicle struck his head on in the west bound lane.

Marshall sustained non life threatening injuries in the accident and was able to escape from his vehicle as it quickly became engulfed in flames. Harrell showed no signs of life when emergency personnel arrived and had to be extricated from the wreckage of his vehicle. Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones officially declared Bennyfrank Harrell dead on the scene at 9:29 AM.

The accident was not related to any storm complications.

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May 11, 2008

Curfew Declared for Unincorporated Bibb

Following a meeting with Chairman Bishop and in accordance with an agreement with the City of Macon and Mayor Robert Reichert, Sheriff Jerry Modena has announced that an emergency curfew for unincorporated Bibb County has been established.

The curfew will go into effect at 8 PM tonight and will expire at 6 AM daily until further notice. Sheriff Modena stated that the curfew will be enforced fairly and with common sense in that those with legitimate, urgent reasons for being out beyond curfew hours may be stopped and questioned but will not be detained if their information is verifiable. However, those who are found near locations such as closed, damaged or unoccupied businesses and other areas such as storm damaged residential districts will face closer scrutiny and risk being detained and arrested in order to protect the interests of business and home owners in Bibb County.

Sheriff Modena urgently requests the public’s patience and cooperation in this time of emergency by asking that residents not travel Bibb County roads unless absolutely necessary. The Sheriff also wishes to express his extreme gratitude to all the emergency crews, volunteers and contiguous law enforcement agencies who are working diligently to maintain order, clear roadways and re-establish utilities for the citizens of Bibb County.

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May 9, 2007

Bibb Sheriff’s NVU Drugs, Weapons and Counterfeit Currency Arrest

On Thursday May 8 at approximately 3 PM the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and Vice Unit served a search warrant at 1343 Carling Avenue in Macon. Seven suspects were arrested.

Investigators seized 3 ½ pounds of marijuana, 33 ecstasy pills and 14 grams of crack cocaine with a combined street value of approximately $10, 500. Also seized were 3 semi automatic handguns, 3 vehicles, over $2,000 in counterfeit currency and $700 cash. Bibb Sheriff’s K-9 Brenda was very instrumental in this case. Disturbingly, a 4 year old child in one of the suspects’ care was present in the home with the drugs.

The suspects listed below were each charged with Possession of Marijuana with intent to Distribute, Possession of Schedule I (Ecstasy) drugs with Intent to Distribute, Possession of Crack Cocaine with Intent to Distribute and Possession of a Firearm during the Commission of a Felony. Corey Middlebrooks faces additional charges; 16 counts of 1^st Degree Forgery involving the counterfeit currency. Kenneth Phelps has an additional charge of Cruelty to Children involving the child being present during the illegal activity.

Bibb County Sheriff Jerry Modena commented, “The sale of various drugs and distribution of counterfeit currency show that these gangs will continue to diversify their criminal activities. The fact that they will engage in these crimes in the presence of child only adds to the reprehensible nature of their actions.”

Suspects arrested and transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex:

Jairon Howard age 29 of 1006 Alma Drive Bibb County

Corey Middlebrooks age 24 of 1343 Carling Avenue Macon

John Brooks age 25 of 447 Table Mountain Drive

Kalvin Adkins age 31 of 1231 Duncan Avenue Macon

Kenneth Phelps age 25 of 4574 Brookhaven Road Bibb County

Tommy Daniel age 26 of 2475 Shea Drive Macon

George Johnson age 24 of 622 Morrow Avenue Macon

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May 7, 2008

Bibb Sheriff’s Counterfeit Recordings Raid

Investigators from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division and the Narcotics and Vice Unit assisted by Investigators with the Recording Industry Association of America arrested nine suspects Saturday May 3 at Smiley’s Flea Market 6717 Hawkinsville Road.

Recording industry experts identified over 4000 discs of illegally recorded music from several booths and tables throughout the flea market. The total estimated value of all the illegal recordings was nearly $68,000.

The following suspects were arrested on charges of Criminal Reproduction and Sale of Recorded Materials.

Zavala Martinez of Macon, Elsa Lemus of Macon, Jacari Hagan of Warner Robins, Bobby Redding of Macon, Boris Alford of Macon, Gabriel Oviedo of Fort Valley, Georgia, Kaoussi Kouame of Jonesboro, Georgia, Pedro Oviedo of Macon and Alhagie Janneh of Atlanta.

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May 6, 2008

Media Invitation: Swearing In Ceremony including K-9 Deputy Brenda

Sheriff Modena will hold a swearing in ceremony for nine deputies and the newest edition to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and Vice Unit, K-9 Deputy Brenda. The ceremony will be held Wednesday May 7^th at 3 PM in the second floor training room of the Ray Wilkes Administration Building 668 Oglethorpe Street. All media representatives are invited to attend.

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May 2, 2008

Sexual Assault in North Bibb

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a sexual assault that occurred yesterday afternoon at a residence on South Haven Drive just before 2:30. The suspect, Rudolph Smith age 42 of 578 Crisp Street in Macon, was arrested by Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies after being found walking on Broadway just before 10 PM.

Reports state that Rudolph Smith was employed by Watkins Cleaning Service of Macon and that Smith was working at another residence on South Haven. According to statements, Smith left the job site and went to the victim’s South Haven location at approximately 2:30 PM asking to use the phone. The victim was baby sitting a child at the residence and recognized Smith as one of the workers who cleaned the home.

Once inside the residence, the report states that Smith attacked the victim. The victim states that Smith struck her repeatedly with closed fists during the attack. Smith also threatened to kill the victim if she reported the assault and uttered threats to the victim against the homeowner. The child ran to another room in the home and was not harmed. After the attack, Smith told the victim to give him a ride home. The victim told Smith that she needed her keys from upstairs then locked herself and the child in a bedroom and dialed 911. Smith stole a handgun from the residence and fled the area on foot. Bibb County Sheriff’s Dispatchers received the 911 call at 2:30.

Rudolph Smith is currently being held in the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex on charges of Burglary, Terroristic Threats, Aggravated Assault, Aggravated Sodomy, Kidnapping and Rape.

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office urges owners of home service businesses to perform background checks on all prospective employees. Home and business owners that hire these services are urged to inquire and insist that the business providing that service perform background checks on employees. Rudolph Valentino Smith has been arrested and placed in custody at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex on 15 separate occasions. Past felony charges against Smith include Aggravated Assault, Possession of Cocaine with Intent to Distribute, Armed Robbery and Voluntary Manslaughter.

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May 1, 2008

Drug Arrest by Bibb NVU and Middle Georgia Drug Task Force

On Wednesday April 30, 2008 the Middle Georgia Drug Task Force assisted by the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and Vice Unit served a search warrant at apartment 66-C of the Tendall Heights Apartment complex located at 985 Plant Street. Officers found an ounce of marijuana and 35 schedule 1 pills with a combined street value of approximately $1,200. A stolen 9 millimeter semi automatic pistol was also found in the apartment. Investigator Kenneth Smith arrested Kirby Viontez Gary, age 19 in the residence. Gary was transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex where he was booked on charges of Possession of Schedule I Drugs with Intent to Distribute, Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Distribute, Theft by Receiving Stolen Property (firearm), Possession of Drugs in a Drug Free Zone and Possession of a Firearm during the Commission of a Felony.

May 1, 2008

Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies Capture Three Armed Robbery Suspects

The Mini Foods convenience store located at 4961 Romeiser Drive was robbed just before 11 PM last night. Four black males approached the store in a white Chevrolet Caprice. Three remained outside the store while one of the suspects entered wearing a hood and brandishing a weapon. The robbery was interrupted and the suspects fled the scene heading eastward on Eisenhower Parkway.

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen responded to the surrounding area to search main and secondary routes for the suspects’ vehicle. Patrolman Jeff Monroe spotted a vehicle of matching description occupied by four black males on Canterbury Road a short time later. Deputy Monroe and an additional unit stopped the vehicle on Canterbury Road at which time a passenger in the vehicle fled on foot and is still being sought. Three other occupants of the vehicle were taken into custody. A hood and stolen firearm were recovered from the vehicle. The other occupants of the vehicle are identified as Melvin Mosley age 32 of Statesboro, Georgia, Alvin Bernard Griggs age 31 of Atwood Drive in Macon and Marcus McCoy age 26 of Twin City, Georgia.

Melvin Mosley and Marcus McCoy were arrested and charged with Armed Robbery. Alvin Bernard Griggs is charged with Armed Robbery and Violation of Superior Court Probation. All three suspects are being held in the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex. The case remains under investigation.

Anyone with information on the case or the remaining suspect is asked to contact Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME or the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441.

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April 30, 2008

Bibb Deputies Capture Multi-State Fraud Suspect

Bibb County Sheriff’s Patrolman Thomas Sullivan was dispatched to Circle Western Wear on Columbus Road Tuesday April 29 in reference to Financial Card Fraud. Information provided by store personnel lead Deputy Sullivan to a Bibb Hotel where the suspect, John Fravel age 43 of Coral Springs, Florida, had rented two rooms.

Suspect Sebastian Woolley, age 18 of Florida, was found in one of the rooms along with a laptop computer, copies of several different driver’s licenses and alcoholic beverages. Woolley told Deputies that Fravel was in the next room. Deputies then discovered that Fravel had outstanding felony warrants from Florida and Texas for similar financial crimes.

Fravel refused to open the door for Deputies and in fact jammed the door when Officers made attempts to use a pass key making forced entry necessary. Fravel was found in possession of a lap top computer, multiple credit cards in various names, a credit card reader, and a wallet belonging to a theft victim from Michigan whose car was stolen in Helen, Georgia.

The theft victim’s name and credit had been used in West Palm Beach, Florida to purchase a Chrysler 300. Investigation revealed that Fravel has been associated with nearly 40 aliases.

Sebastian Woolley was arrested and charged with Possession of Alcohol by a Minor and Financial Transaction Card Fraud. John Fravel was arrested on outstanding warrants from Florida and Texas, Financial Transaction Card Fraud, Identity Theft, Theft by Receiving Stolen Property, Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor, and Felony Obstruction. Both suspects remain in custody at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex.

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April 30, 2008

Armed Robbery

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an Armed Robbery that occurred at the BP convenience store 4471 Ocmulgee East Blvd, just before 10:30 PM last evening. Three black males approached the female clerk who was outside the business. One of the suspects displayed a handgun and the three suspects forced the clerk into the business where they demanded cash. After getting an undisclosed amount of money the males ran toward Ocmulgee East Blvd. No vehicle description was obtained. The clerk was not injured.

Anyone with information on this case is asked to Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME or the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441.

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April 27^th, 2008

Traffic Fatality on I-475

Bibb County Sheriff’s Dispatchers received a call from the 911 center at 4:39 this morning reporting that 19 year old Edgar Zaldua of Warner Robins had arrived at Coliseum Medical Center with serious injuries.

Zaldua told hospital personnel that he had been in a wreck on Interstate 475 south between Thomaston Road and Eisenhower Parkway. . Zaldua was soon transferred to the Medical Center of Central Georgia for treatment due to the extent of injuries.

Zaldua told a Bibb Sheriff’s Deputy that Kelly Hill had been driving the vehicle. Investigators have learned that Zaldua called a friend, Stacy Bryant of Monroe County; from the accident scene with a cell phone and that the friend picked him up on Interstate 475 and took him to the Coliseum Medical Center. It is unclear thus far in the investigation why Zaldua failed to report the accident immediately and obtain assistance for Ms. Hill.

Accident scene evidence indicates that the Honda Accord occupied by Hill and Zaldua was south bound on Interstate 475 south when the vehicle left the roadway and struck several trees on the right shoulder of the road; ejecting both occupants.

Bibb Sheriff’s Accident Investigators believe alcohol use may have been a contributing factor in the accident due to on scene evidence and statements. The case remains under investigation and the possibility of future charges has not been ruled out

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April 26, 2008

Sheriff’s Motor Officer Injured in Traffic Accident

At approximately 4:40 this afternoon, Bibb Sheriff’s Motorcycle Patrol Officer Mike Thomas was severely injured in an on duty traffic accident at the intersection of Emery Highway and Lakeside Road. Deputy Thomas was traveling west on Emery Highway approaching the Lakeside Road intersection when, according to statements, 49 year old Levi Bonner driving a black 1999 Chevrolet pickup left the parking lot of the Thunderbird Package store, 2585 Emery Highway, and crossed the east and west lanes of the highway in an attempt to access Lakeside Road.

Deputy Thomas’ Harley Davidson Patrol motorcycle struck the passenger side of Bonner’s truck. Evidence indicates Deputy Thomas was thrown over Bonner’s truck onto the roadway. Deputy Thomas received multiple injuries in the accident and was transported to the Medical Center of Central Georgia where he is listed in serious condition. Levi Bonner and his passenger, Lewis Bonner Jr. age 49, also of Macon were transported to the Coliseum Medical Center with minor injuries and had not been released as of 8 PM.

Details of the accident are still under investigation. Early indications are that Levi Bonner failed to yield right of way to Deputy Thomas. Additional charges against Bonner are a possibility pending results of the investigation.

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April 24^th, 2008

Accident with Injuries Heath Road

Benjamin Cannon, age twenty-three of Bibb County received minor injuries this morning at 7 AM when his 2001 Honda motorcycle struck the front driver’s side of a 2005 Dodge Intrepid driven by Laquesta Craig age forty-two, also of Bibb County. Cannon was traveling south on Heath Road when Craig exited the parking lot of Westside High School and drove into Cannon’s path.

The impact caused Cannon to be thrown over Craig’s vehicle. Cannon was transported to the Medical Center of Central Georgia and was listed in stable condition. Laquesta Craig was cited for Driving on a Suspended License and Failure to Yield.

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April 17, 2008

Neighborhood Watch Group and Bibb Sheriff’s Office Capture Suspicious Male

Members of the Highlands Subdivision Neighborhood Watch group off Mumford Road in Northwest Bibb County are serious about the security of their neighborhood. Members took photos a suspicious van that had been cruising through their neighborhood. The photos were distributed on the Bibb Sheriff’s Email Update system which currently has more than 1,300 members throughout Middle Georgia.

Approximately one hour after the alert including photos of the suspicious van was issued; Highlands Neighborhood Watch members spotted the van again. Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen Cory Marberry and Dallas Malone responded and stopped it in the subdivision. Other Patrolmen responding recognized the van from email on their mobile computers.

The driver was identified as 44 year old John Thomas Smith III. Smith was arrested at the traffic stop reference outstanding warrants for Child Cruelty and Family Violence. Deputies also found a large amount of copper wiring and pornographic materials in the van. Thomas was still in custody at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex as of this afternoon.

Sheriff Modena was very proud of the efforts of the Highlands group and noted that the same group was instrumental in the capture of a construction materials theft ring in 2007.

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April 14, 2008

Traffic Stop Results in Weapons Arrest

A traffic stop resulted in the arrest of two individuals on April 10 in the Village Green area. Bibb County Sheriff’s Patrolman Thomas Sullivan was responding to a report from a Neighborhood Watch member of shots fired in Village Green. While patrolling the area just after 9PM, Deputy Sullivan noticed a Jeep Cherokee being driven on Mint Green Lane with the headlights off.

After stopping the vehicle, Deputy Sullivan noticed that the driver, 64 year old Thomas Lockett of Ell Street in Macon, was wearing two handguns. Several open containers of alcoholic beverages were also visible in the vehicle. A 12-gauge shotgun was also visible in the seat next to Randy Foreman, a passenger in Lockett’s vehicle. In the floor board between Foreman’s feet were five additional handguns of various brands and calibers. It was soon discovered that Foreman is a convicted felon. A total of nine firearms were found in the vehicle. Lockett claimed to be a “security guard for Village Green”. Jail records show that Lockett has a previous arrest for impersonating a police officer.

Randy Foreman, age 34, also of Ell Street, was arrested and charged with Possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. He was released on April 12 after posting a bond of $3,950. Thomas Lockett was arrested and charged with violation of the open container law. He was released on April 10 after posting a bond of $650.

April 2, 2008

Armed Robbery

A lone black male suspect robbed the Mini Foods located at 4961 Romeiser Drive at gunpoint last evening just before midnight. No injuries occurred during the robbery.

Witnesses described the suspect as a slender black male approximately 6’03” tall wearing blue jeans with red emblems on back of the legs, black tennis shoes, black hooded jacket and a black mask. The suspect displayed a small, silver semi-automatic pistol, demanded cash and fled on foot in a southeasterly direction toward a nearby hotel.

Anyone with information pertaining to this crime or the suspect is asked to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

April 1, 2008

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators Seeking Public’s Assistance

Bibb Sheriff’s investigators are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the theft and credit card fraud suspect pictured in the attachments.

The victim’s cards were stolen from her purse on March 26. By 6 PM on the 26^th, the suspect had purchased over $2,000 in gift cards at CVS and Macy’s in Macon.

The suspect was at Tanger Outlet in Henry County by approximately 8 PM the same day where she bought nearly $9,000 dollars in goods from various stores; at one location attempting to purchase over $20,000 in jewelry.

Anyone with information on the suspect is asked to contact:

Investigator Jack Cleveland

Bibb County Sheriff’s Office: 478-621-5650

Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME

April 1, 2008

AGGRAVATED ASSAULT ARREST

Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies responding to an assault complaint at Wesleyan College on Forsyth Road early this morning arrested a student at the scene. Davida A. Dwyer, aged 21 of Roswell, Georgia was tranported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex shortly after 2 AM this morning where she was charged with Aggravated Assualt. Dwyer was released this afternoon on a bond of $3,400.

Dwyer is accused of attacking 19 year old fellow student Cecelia Batt of Jacksonville, Florida. Statements indicate that Dwyer kicked, choked, beat and stabbed Batt after becoming angry with her. Batt suffered non life threatening knife wounds to the head and left hand. She was treated at Coliseum Northside Hospital and released.

March 31, 2008

Five Burglary Suspects Captured

Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies captured five teens that had entered an unoccupied Lake Wildwood house last week. A possible burglary in progress at 1337 Lancelot Lane was reported by alert neighbors on March 27 just after five o’clock.

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen Shane Howard, Greg Thomas and John Williams responded to find five suspects running from the dwelling. A foot chase resulted in the capture of three juvenile suspects (ages 13, 15 and 16), 18 year old Antwan Deon Perkins of Runnymede Lane and 17 year old Davoris Quintell Guyton of Guinevere Lane.

Guyton and Perkins were taken into custody and transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex where they were both charged with Burglary and Marijuana Possession. The three remaining suspects were issued court dates by the Juvenile Authority.

March 31, 2008

Business Uses Bibb Sheriff’s Email Program to Catch Counterfeiter

Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 22 year old English Avenue resident Kevin James Hogan II Thursday after he passed counterfeit $100 bills at the new River Crossing mall in North Bibb County. Director of Security for River Crossing, Paul Senger, had received a warning about the counterfeit bills complete with serial number via the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Email Update system and passed the information onto the various businesses located there. Mr. Senger had recently become a member of Email Update which distributes crime information and prevention tips to Neighborhood Watch members and businesses throughout the Middle Georgia area.

Deputies recovered two counterfeit $100 bills. According to witnesses, Hogan passed one of the bills at the Smoothie King receiving over $90 in change then was apprehended by security personnel as he attempted to pass another counterfeit bill with the same serial number at Champs, also located at River Crossing. Several counterfeit $100 bills containing the same serial number had been passed in the Zebulon Road area earlier in the week prompting Email Update members to alert the Bibb Sheriff’s Office of the trend. The information was then distributed to numerous other business members.

Kevin Hogan was transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex where he was charged with 2 counts of forgery. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division has charge of the case which remains under investigation.

Email Update is a free service provided by the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Crime Prevention Unit. Business owners interested in Email Update can find more information at www.bibbsheriff.org.

March 21, 2008

Off Duty Deputy Ends Chase With Spike Strips

Off Duty Sheriff’s Deputy Phillip Minchew was instrumental in ending the pursuit of a stolen vehicle when he deployed spike strips to deflate the fleeing suspect’s tires. The pursuit began shortly after 2:14 PM when a management member of the Shell Station located at 3802 Northside Drive reported a gas drive-off and reported the suspect’s vehicle description and direction of travel.

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen Sgt. Chris Kelley spotted the suspect within minutes. When the suspect fled from an attempted traffic stop, Deputies Shane Howard and Donald Bracewell joined the pursuit. Patrolman Phillip Minchew was off duty in his patrol vehicle returning from training and was in a strategic position to deploy “Stop Sticks” near the Arkwright Road/ Wesleyan Drive intersection.

Both of the suspect’s front tires were slowly deflated causing him to stop on Bass Road in front of Atlantic Southern Bank where he was apprehended following a brief foot pursuit. No injuries and no property damage resulted from the pursuit.

Thirty-six year old Curtis Latrelle Francis of Macon was arrested and transported to Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex where he is charged with Theft (Gas Drive Off), Theft by Receiving Stolen Auto, Theft by Receiving (stolen tag from another vehicle that was displayed on the stolen vehicle), Fleeing and Attempt to Elude, Obstruction, Reckless Driving, DUI, Open Container and Driving While License Suspended. Francis also faces charges stemming from outstanding warrants for child support and a separate auto theft case.

Sheriff Modena commented that quick thinking, team work and decisive action on the part of the Deputies combined with the availability and employment of the latest equipment brought a quick and successful conclusion to the pursuit.

March 21, 2008

Traffic Accident With Injuries

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Patrol Division is investigating a traffic accident with minor injuries which slowed traffic on I-475 south bound for approximately 6 hours this morning.

Evidence and witness testimony indicate that 29 year old Meko Lowery of Bibb County lost control of her vehicle at approximately 1:40 this morning while traveling south bound approximately one mile south of Eisenhower Parkway. Lowery’s vehicle struck a guard rail and swerved into adjacent lanes causing 39 year old Marcos Cadezola of Florida to lose control of his tractor trailer. The semi overturned partially blocking the roadway and recovery efforts took several hours due to the offloading of cargo.

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen suspect that alcohol may have been a factor in Lowery’s losing control of her vehicle. Lowery could not be transported to the Bibb County LEC due to minor injuries sustained in the accident but charges of DUI against her relating to the accident are pending. Mr. Cadezola was not injured in the accident.

The accident remains under investigation.

March 13, 2008

Suspect Sentenced in Counterfeiting Case

Thirty-eight year old Peach County resident Brannen Keith Tidwell was sentenced to 60 months in Federal Court today in reference to a 2006 counterfeiting case headed by Bibb Sheriff’s Investigator Lt. Paul Edwards.

In December of 2006, Tidwell was arrested on 61 counts of forgery following an investigation which began when Tidwell’s employers found $2000 worth of counterfeit currency in his company vehicle. Tidwell remains out on bond temporarily until he receives further orders from the court.

March 10, 2008

Suspect Arrested in Metal Theft From Church

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators arrested thirty-eight year old Daniel Leonard Whitley this morning in reference to a theft that took place at the First Evangelical Church on Fulton Mill Road. Church officials had noticed that as many as sixty large outdoor light fixtures that had been donated to the church were missing.

Sheriff’s Investigators acting on anonymous tips found Whitley loading some of the stolen fixtures onto his truck at his Thomaston Road residence this morning. Whitley was arrested at the scene and transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex where he is charged with Felony Theft by Receiving. The fixtures are constructed of aluminum and the suspect’s apparent intent was to sell them to a metal recycler.

Approximately fifty of the fixtures are still missing. Anyone with information on the missing fixtures is asked to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

March 4, 2008

Bibb Sheriff’s NVU Arrests

Members of the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and Vice Unit arrested two suspects recently in separate cases. Ryan Deandre Odom, age 21 of Macon, was arrested on Mercer University Drive for Possession of Schedule I drugs (Ecstacy) with Intent to Distribute. Odom was found possessing 62 hits of Ecstacy (with an approximate street value of nearly $1,000) and $704.00 cash. His vehicle was also seized.

Johanan Bacon, age 22 of Macon, was arrested on Harrison Road for Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Distribute. Bacon was found possessing 441 grams of marijuana (with an approximate street value of nearly $3,200) and $1,231.00 cash.

February28, 2008

Fatal West Bibb Traffic Accident

At approximately 0750 this morning, three vehicles were stopped in the east bound lane of the 6200 block of Thomaston Road for a west bound school bus that was picking up students. 33 year old Bobby Haynes of West Bibb County was driving a Chevrolet Blazer east bound on Thomaston Road when he failed to stop, colliding with the rear of a 2008 Chevrolet pickup driven by David Reise also of West Bibb County.

This collision caused a chain reaction in which a total of four vehicles were damaged. The other two vehicles involved were a Ford Ranger driven by Brad Wilson of Bibb County and a Kia Sportage driven by Terry Stapleton of Bibb County. The only other injury was to Brad Wilson who was slightly injured in the accident. Bobby Haynes suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the Medical Center of Central Georgia at 8:58 AM by Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones.

The accident remains under investigation.

February 26, 2008

Bibb Sheriff’s Office Joining in March Against Crime

Sheriff Modena and Deputies from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office will join with representatives from the NAACP, the Macon Police Department, The Board of Education, The Macon Housing Authority and C.A.P. (Concerned About People) in the Pleasant Hill area this coming Saturday (March 1, 2008) to walk through the neighborhood and distribute crime prevention materials. The event begins at 11:00 am at the Booker T. Washington Center located at 391 Monroe Street and concludes at 12:00 noon.

February 19, 2008

Motorcycle Accident With Injuries

A 36 year old Warner Robins man was injured this morning just after 8:30 when he lost control of his motorcycle on Interstate 75 North approximately ¼ mile south of the Hartley Bridge Road exit. Jeffrey Sohler lost control of his Harley Davidson while changing lanes on I-75 North. Sohler was thrown from his motorcycle and rolled across two lanes of traffic before coming to rest in the left emergency lane. Sohler’s motorcycle traveled nearly 100 yards further north on its own before falling in the right lane.

Ron Papizan of Byron was driving his F-250 pickup in an adjacent lane behind Sohler prior to the accident. Papizan swerved in an attempt to avoid running over Sohler after he was thrown from his motorcycle but was unsuccessful. Papizan’s vehicle then struck the guard rail on the left shoulder of the interstate where it came to rest. Mr. Papizan was not injured. Jeffrey Sohler was transported to the Medical Center of Central Georgia where he was listed in stable condition as of noon today.

No citations have been issued in the accident which remains under investigation.

February18, 2008

Bibb Sheriff’s Office Investigating Two West Bibb Robberies

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators are seeking the public’s assistance in two separate armed robberies that occurred this weekend. On Friday, February 15 just after 6 PM, an elderly couple from Decatur, Georgia was robbed near the Eisenhower Parkway/ Presidential Parkway intersection.

Kenneth and Eugenia Massingale had been conversing with an unidentified white male described as being in his late teens to early 20’s outside the Cracker Barrel restaurant on Eisenhower Parkway. The suspect asked for a ride across the highway citing heavy traffic as a concern since he was on foot. Once in the Massingales’vehicle, the suspect grabbed Mrs. Massingale around the neck and placed what appeared to be a taser to her neck while demanding Mr. Massingale’s wallet. The suspect fled on foot with Mr. Massingale’s wallet containing cash and his driver’s license. He was last seen running toward Harrison Road.

In a separate incident which occurred just before 2 AM this morning, Jay Um of 6001 Thomaston Road was confronted outside his apartment by an unidentified black male suspect who displayed a semi automatic handgun. Mr. Um gave the suspect a bag containing proceeds from his business; Sparks Bar and Grill on Mercer University Drive. The suspect got into a large white 2-door vehicle, possibly a Lincoln Town Car or similar model, which was occupied by second black male suspect.

The armed suspect is described as a black male in his early 20’s weighing approximately 150 pounds and 5’ 09” tall wearing a white hooded sweat shirt, gray pants and a blue bandana. He also wore a shirt with some type of pictures on it. The second suspect was approximately the same age and physical description wearing a dark blue or gray shirt. The suspects’ vehicle was last seen on Price Road.

Those with information on either of these cases are asked to contact one of the following:

Bibb County Sheriff’s Office: 478-746-9441

Macon Regional Crimestoppers: 1-877-68CRIME

Investigator David “Doc” Holliday: 478-621-5549 (Eisenhower Case)

Investigator Allie Seckinger: 478-621-5675 (Thomaston Rd. Case)

February 15, 2008

Deputies Honored by Local Groups

Three Bibb County Sheriff’s Deputies were honored by two local civic organizations Thursday. Deputy Robbie Allen was honored by the Macon Exchange Club at a luncheon where he was named as the Macon Exchange Club’s Officer of the Year for 2007.Deputy Allen’s diligent work as an investigator assigned to the Bibb Sheriff’s Narcotics and Vice Unit has contributed to numerous arrests resulting in a safer Macon and Bibb County. He recently played a major role in an investigation involving marijuana and cocaine distributors ranging from Bibb County to the Atlanta area. The investigation resulted in the seizure of over 60 pounds of marijuana, 2 kilos of cocaine and several thousand ecstacy pills. All of the drugs combined had a street value of approximately $350,000. Also seized in the case were vehicles and other proceeds from illegal drug sales worth over $160,000. Deputy Allen is a 12 year veteran of the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office and is a member of the S.W.A.T. team.

Deputy Phillip Minchew was honored Thursday evening by the Shield Club. Deputy Minchew is assigned to the Patrol Division and was honored for his consistently positive attitude, volunteerism and willingness to go beyond the call of duty. Deputy Minchew was recently instrumental in dismantling an auto theft ring when evidence he collected at a crime scene resulted in the identification of a suspect. Minchew is a 6 year veteran and member of the Bibb Sheriff’s Honor Guard.

Bibb Sheriff’s Lt. Chris C. Patterson was also honored by the Shield Club. Lt. Patterson is an investigator assigned to the Narcotics and Vice Unit. He is an 18 year veteran and member of the S.W.A.T. team. His leadership and experience in that position has been a valuable asset to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office especially pertaining to the training of new investigators. Lt. Patterson was recently successful in solving a conspiracy case involving at least 15 suspects who were forging prescriptions throughout Middle Georgia. His work on the case resulted in multiple indictments.

February 13, 2008

Assistance Request with Missing Person Case

Lonnie Clyde Starr, age 38, has been missing from his home in Ellenboro, North Carolina since February 6^th. His dark red 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix was recovered in Bibb County Tuesday afternoon in the parking lot of Kroger located at 220 Tom Hill Sr. Blvd.

The Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office of North Carolina as well as the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance with this case. Anyone who may have seen the person occupying this vehicle or anyone with information pertaining to the case is asked to contact one of the following:

Bibb County Sheriff's Office: 478-746-9441

Macon Regional Crimestoppers: 1-877-68CRIME

Investigator Chris Harrell: 478-621-5639

Lt. George Meadows: 478-621-6890

gmeadows@co.bibb.ga.us

February6, 2008

Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies Arrest Assault Rifle Wielding Suspect

At approximately 4:30 PM today, two investigators with the Bibb Sheriff’s Narcotics and Vice Unit were in their vehicle on Dove Street when 23 year old Lewis Cheney of Dove Street approached their vehicle. Cheney, who was familiar with one of the Deputies, produced an AK-47 Assault Rifle and pointed it at them.

The investigators were able to drive away and call for additional Sheriff’s units who responded within minutes and captured Cheney near the intersection of Dove and Fletcher Streets. Cheney’s assault rifle was recovered.

Lewis Cheney was arrested and transported to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Law Enforcement Complex where he is charged with aggravated assault on a peace officer and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony.

February 4, 2008

South Bibb Meth Lab Bust

Members of the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and Vice Unit and the Middle Georgia Drug Task Force discovered a working methamphetamine lab shortly after 5 PM this afternoon in South Bibb County.

Officers serving a search warrant at 2649 St. Clara Drive in South Bibb County found the lab in a wooded area behind the house and arrested the following three suspects at the address on charges of Trafficking Schedule II drugs.

Tracy Luker age 38 of 2649 St. Clara Drive

Charles Kirkland age 39 of Irving Avenue in Macon

Jody Dion Sadler age 38 of Hawkinsville Road South Bibb

January 24, 2008

Bibb Pedestrian Traffic Fatality

A road construction worker was fatally injured just before 4 PM this afternoon in the Interstate 75 South construction zone near the Interstate 475 interchange. The deceased, whose name is being withheld pending notification of family, was pronounced dead at the scene by Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones.

55 year old Dennis Berry of Old Town Florida was driving a 1997 Mercury Marquis south bound on Interstate 75 and stated tire failure caused him to lose control of his vehicle and travel into an active area of a marked construction zone. The victim was working in an area of the emergency lane which had been cordoned off when he was struck by Berry’s vehicle.

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Fatal Accident Investigation Team has charge of the case which remains under investigation.

January 24, 2008

Bibb Sheriff’s Narcotics and Vice Unit Drug Arrest

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and Vice Unit arrested 34 year old Roosevelt Cole of Cedar Avenue in Macon today following a brief foot pursuit in the Fletcher Street area. Cole had in his possession nearly a pound of marijuana, scales and bagging. The marijuana has an estimated street value of $3,200. Cole was charged with Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Distribute.

January 24, 2008

Stolen Vehicle Pursuit and Arrest

A vehicle pursuit which began on Thomaston Rd at the Tucker Rd intersection shortly after midnight this morning ended in Jones County. Bibb County Sheriff’s Deputy Tania Greer observed a Ford Taurus operating without headlights. The driver of the Ford Taurus fled when Deputy Greer attempted a traffic stop and a pursuit ensued.

Shortly after the pursuit began, it was learned that the vehicle had been recently reported stolen to the Macon Police Department. The pursuit continued from Tucker Road eventually to Interstates I-75 South and 16 East to Highway 49 approximately five miles inside Jones County when the vehicle ran out of gas. Agencies involved in the pursuit were the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, Jones County Sheriff’s Office, Macon Police Department and the Georgia State Patrol.

Christopher Tucker, age 49 of Milledgeville was transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex where he faces multiple charges including DUI, Theft by Taking Auto, Driving Without Headlights, Speeding, Traffic Control Device Violations, Reckless Driving, Failure to Maintain a Lane, Eluding Police, and Driving on Suspended License. Tucker is also charged with Giving False Information after first identifying himself as Albert Lee Thomas.

There were no injuries and no property damage occurred during the pursuit.

January 18, 2008

Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies End Three County Pursuit

A high speed pursuit which began in Henry County at approximately 5 AM this morning was ended by quick thinking Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen. Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolman Barry Warren deployed “stop sticks” at mile post 169 on Interstate 75 South at approximately 5:20 AM. A Honda Accord driven by Eddie Lee Griffin age 36 of Jackson, Georgia came to a stop within a mile thereafter.

Griffin fled from his vehicle but was captured by Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolman Brannon Grace after a brief foot pursuit. Griffin was turned over to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office at the scene. Griffin faces multiple traffic charges and a charge of obstruction in Monroe County. Griffin was accompanied by a 19 year old passenger who was taken into custody at the scene but later released.

Multiple agencies including Henry County Police, Butts County Sheriff’s Deputies, Monroe County Sheriff’s Deputies and the Georgia State Patrol were involved in the pursuit in various stages. Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen were not in the pursuit but were instrumental in bringing it to a successful conclusion.

January 17, 2008

Sheriff Modena Swears in Eleven New Deputies

Bibb County Sheriff Jerry Modena held a Swearing-In Ceremony this afternoon in the Raymond Wilkes Administration Building of the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex. Eleven new hires were sworn in. Sheriff Modena stated that this is a positive step toward bringing the Sheriff’s Office to full staff however thirty-two Deputy Sheriff positions remain unfilled. A list of the Deputies sworn in today follows.

Koviea Reeves

Gloria Tucker

Brittany Bright-Link

Jason Rigby

Christopher Watson

Sahkera Dennis

Lee Mock

Medrick Dorson

Travis Burns

Andrew Field

Ayesha Thornton

Media Invitation:

Swearing in Ceremony

Sheriff Modena will hold a Swearing-In Ceremony Thursday, January 17, 2008 at 3 PM in the Training Room of the LEC Wilkes Administration Building 668 Oglethorpe Street. Eleven new hires will be sworn in at that time. Please join us as we welcome BSO's newest team members.

January 10, 2008

ATTENTION GATEN MEMBERS:

The attached Move Over Law News Release and Letter to the Editor went out to all statewide news media this evening. Please help us help you with this officer safety problem. Forward a copy to your local media contacts or professional publication. Thanks for all you do to make Georgia’s highways a safer place for everyone..

Georgia’s Move Over Law: “Slow Down.. Change Lanes.. Save Lives”

Jim Shuler, GOHS Public Affair

ATTENTION STATEWIDE NEWS EDITORS: We have an urgent mission. The preliminary figures from the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF) show a sharp rise in law enforcement fatalities in 2007.. We think most news desks don’t realize an officer is being killed on average every day in America.. It’s due in part to a record number of fatal traffic incidents that lead overall to one of the deadliest years for law enforcement officers in more than a decade.

Nationwide, 81 officers were killed in those traffic-related incidents.. That’s the highest figure ever recorded for this category. Across the country, sixty officers died in car crashes, six died in motorcycle crashes, and fifteen were hit by cars in 2007

Which brings us to Georgia’s MOVE OVER LAW: You’ve heard of it.. It’s the law that requires motorists to Move Over one lane when they see an emergency vehicle of any kind working on the side of the road with its emergency lights flashing. It’s common sense and it saves the lives of motorists and first responders alike.

The problem is, a recent survey by Mason Dixon Polling & Research shows 71% of Americans never heard of any Move Over Law. And although you’ve helped us spread the word before, we’re asking you to increase your efforts to raise awareness about this lifesaving statute in Georgia

Because chances are, officers’ lives have been saved or lost where you live, depending on drivers’ familiarity with the Move Over Law. We know the public supports this law once they know about it, because the survey shows 86% of Americans support enacting Move Over laws in all 50 states.. And 90% acknowledge traffic stops and roadside emergencies are dangerous for law enforcement and first responders.

We need your help now. Please see the Move Over Law News Release attached with the updated fatality figures for 2007. Contact your local law enforcement agency to ask how the threat of Move Over crashes has affected their officer safety. Email us if you need assistance setting up your future stories. We may have helpful contacts

I have also included a Letter to the Editor version from GOHS Director Bob Dallas in a long and short form for print media public comment sections. Thanks for all you do in partnership with our lifesaving mission!

January 9, 2008

Sheriff’s Deputies Reprimanded for Policy & Procedure Violations

An internal affairs investigation ordered by Bibb County Sheriff Jerry Modena resulted in reprimands for five deputies. The deputies involved were assigned to the Bibb Sheriff’s Corrections Division at the time of the infractions.

The results of the investigation indicate that Sergeant Charlease Barkley claimed overtime for hours she did not work and improperly documented other overtime hours. Sergeant Barkley also violated policy and procedure by processing inmate grievances; a task specifically designated to Jail Captains.

Reprimands issued by Sheriff Modena to Deputy Barkley were: 15 days unpaid suspension, loss of one month of incentive pay, loss of Administrative Sergeant rank, one year of probation during which she will not be eligible for promotion and reassignment to a position in which she will receive more direct supervision.

Members of the Corrections Division Command Staff were also reprimanded by Sheriff Modena for allowing a subordinate (Sergeant Barkley) to violate jail Policy and Procedure and failure to give good and clear directions to subordinate personnel.

Major Mickey Pearce received loss of division command and immediate reassignment, loss of merit raise, one year of intensive supervision and loss of county vehicle and driving privileges.

Captain Don Waller received loss of seven months incentive pay, twelve months probation and loss promotion eligibility during that period, loss of county vehicle driving privileges and a letter of reprimand.

Captain Wayne Ennis received loss of merit raise for three months, loss of three months incentive pay, loss of county vehicle driving privileges and a letter of reprimand.

Senior Lieutenant Billy Boatwright received loss of three months incentive pay, one year of probation and loss of promotion eligibility during that period, reassignment and a letter of reprimand.

The investigation into these allegations remains open as Sheriff Modena has asked the Georgia Bureau of Investigation to review the case and determine whether any criminal intent was present in the violations.

January 2, 2008

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrol Captures Five Robbery Suspects

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen were dispatched to 5666 Fulton Mill Road just after 6:30 PM on January 1^st in reference to a robbery in progress. Minutes later, five suspects were in custody after Sgt. Steve Watruba of the Bibb Sheriff’s Patrol Division spotted the suspects’ blue 1975 Oldsmobile Regency and stopped them at the intersection of Fulton Mill Road and Eisenhower Parkway.

30 year old Christopher Payne was at his 5666 Fulton Mill Road residence when he answered a knock at his door and was met by two armed suspects who forced their way into the home holding Payne at gunpoint. Also in the home were 24 year old Dana Mckenzie and 32 year old Traci Mullis.

When the suspects entered the home, Payne’s Pit Bull dog charged them. The victims took advantage of the distraction and ran to a neighbor’s home for help. The five suspects, 3 of whom remained outside the residence during the crime, fled the scene at that time.

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolman Greg Thomas arrived within minutes of the 911 call. He immediately issued a description of the suspects’ vehicle and direction of travel. Sgt. Watruba spotted the suspects a short time later and detained them until additional responding units arrived.

The case remains under investigation. There were no injuries received during the incident.

Arrested at the traffic stop were:

Dennis Andre Searcy (black male) age 21 of 1745 Rocky Creek Road, Macon

Conspiracy to Commit A Crime

Brandon Garrett (white male) age 19 of 2414 Emerson Circle, Macon

Criminal Attempt to Commit Armed Robbery

Joey Tidewell (white male) age 18 of 1700 Forrest Hill Road, Macon

Conspiracy to Commit a Crime

Eric Lamar Jackson (black male) age 19 of 5345 Nisbet Road, Macon

Armed Robbery

False Imprisonment

Possession of a Weapon during the commission of a felony

Probation Violation

Juvenile (black male) age 16

Transported to RYDC

False Imprisonment

Pointing a Pistol at Another

Criminal Attempt to Commit Armed Robbery

January 1, 2008

Bibb Traffic Fatality

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen responded to Rainey Road in West Bibb County just after 2 AM this morning to a traffic fatality involving one vehicle which was driven by 21 year old Wade Jarriel of Bibb County.

Evidence and witness testimony indicate that Jarriel was traveling north bound on Rainey Road when he lost control of his Honda Accord while rounding a curve. The vehicle traveled onto the right shoulder, struck a concrete culvert and overturned. Wade Jarrell died from injuries sustained in the accident. 20 year old Christoper Marshall of Bibb County was a passenger in the vehicle. Marshall sustained serious injuries and was transported to the Medical Center of Central Georgia where he was listed in stable condition at the time of this release.

December 14, 2007

Off Duty Sheriff’s Deputy Makes Drug Arrest

Bibb County Sheriff’s Patrolman Mike Thomas was off duty when he noticed 29 year old Jimmy Fitzpatrick Jr. in the Subway restaurant on Ocmulgee East Blvd. just before 7 PM Thursday evening.

Fitzpatrick recognized Deputy Thomas and greeted him as such. Deputy Thomas informed Fitzpatrick that he was under arrest for an outstanding warrant and Fitzpatrick immediately became combative. A brief struggle ensued ending with Fitzpatrick under arrest on charges of felony obstruction and an outstanding contempt warrant. While resisting Deputy Thomas’ arrest efforts, Fitzpatrick tossed cash to an unidentified female who fled the scene.

Things became worse for Fitzpatrick when Deputies discovered a pill bottle in his possession containing 86 pieces of suspected crack cocaine with an estimated street value of over $1,700. Jimmy Fitzpatrick Jr. is currently being held at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex on charges of Felony Obstruction, Possession of Cocaine with Intent to distribute and Superior Court Probation Violation.

December 13, 2007

Bibb Sheriff’s Narcotics and Vice Unit Arrests

Deputies assigned to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and Vice Unit arrested 31 year old Ohara Drive North resident Terinco Laquaria Person on December 5 during a traffic stop on Napier Avenue. Person was found in possession of 115 grams of crack cocaine (4.75 cookies) with a street value of approximately $11,500.00. He is currently being held at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex on charges of cocaine trafficking, felony marijuana possession and outstanding bench warrants.

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office NVU is seeking the public’s help in locating a wanted subject from a separate investigation at 2182 Adams Avenue in Macon where Gardner was found in possession of 40 pieces of crack cocaine with a street value of over $1,000. Investigators have outstanding warrants for the arrest of 34 year old Tony Yeaonardo Gardner. Gardner is wanted for possession of cocaine with intent to distribute and possession of drugs within 1000 feet of a school zone. Anyone with information on Gardner can contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

December 10, 2007

Personal Armed Robbery

Two unidentified suspects robbed a Macon woman at gunpoint shortly after 10 AM this morning in the Wachovia Bank parking lot located at 150 Tom Hill Sr. Blvd. Sharon Phelps had just gotten out her car when the two suspects approached her and robbed her of her purse.

The suspects, described as two black males wearing black ski masks, left the scene in a gold two-door Honda Accord. The vehicle was found by Bibb Sheriff’s Investigator Anthony Moran a short time after the robbery. It had been abandoned behind the shopping center near Wachovia Bank. Sharon Phelps’ purse was found in the vehicle. Missing from the purse was a deposit bag containing an undisclosed amount of money from the convenience store where Ms. Phelps works.

The vehicle used by the suspects had been reported stolen Sunday to the Macon Police Department. It was transported to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Special Operations Center for processing by Bibb Sheriff’s Crime Scene Investigators.

Those with information pertaining to this case are asked to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441, Investigator Larris Wright at 478-621-5637 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68 CRIME.

November 26, 2007

Suspects Arrested Following Attempted Burglary

On Sunday, November 25^th shortly after noon, the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call from an Ashford Chase Court home owner reporting a burglary in progress. When the suspects smashed a window attempting to gain entry, the home owner fired a shot from his pistol at the window, causing the suspects to flee.

Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies Mark Schultz and Robbie Carr who had been patrolling the Zebulon Road area on motorcycle and ATV arrived moments after the call. Descriptions of the suspects were distributed immediately and a search of the area began.

Evidence left at the scene by the suspects lead Patrolmen and Bibb Sheriff’s Investigator Brooks Peterson to a local fast food restaurant where video of the suspects was recovered. Upon viewing the video, the two suspects were identified by Investigator Peterson as 19 year old Daunte Franklin and 22 year old Kerrence Thomas who were suspects in previous cases.

Shortly after 2 PM Patrolman Greg Thomas along with Deputies Schultz and Carr of the Motor Unit found Duante Franklin of 121 Park Lane Place in Lake Wildwood and Kerrence Thomas of 171 Forest Avenue hiding in a van in a Zebulon Road retail area parking lot. The two suspects were taken into custody and transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex where they were charged with burglary

November 19, 2007

Bank Robbery

A bank robbery occurred today at the Capitol City Bank located at 1601 Bass Road at approximately 3:40 PM. Witnesses stated that a lone white male in his early to mid 50’s approached a teller and demanded money. No weapon was displayed. The suspect was wearing a tan colored fishing hat, sun glasses, denim shirt and light colored jeans. He left the bank with an undisclosed amount of money in a tan colored Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck. His direction of travel is unknown.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

November 2, 2007

School Zone/Drugs and Weapons Arrests by Bibb Sheriff’s Narcotics and Vice Unit

Deputies assigned to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and Vice Unit arrested four suspects in three separate drug investigations Thursday.

1) Investigator Duncan Matthews arrested 27 year old Leonard Spivey and 46 year old Ellen Sandifer at 1082 Tripple Hill Drive. Recovered at the address were two semi-automatic pistols, a sawed off shotgun and an AK-47 assault rifle. Crack cocaine, ecstasy and prescription pain pills were also recovered. Sandifer and Spivey are currently being held at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex on the following charges:

LEONARD SPIVEY

2 COUNTS POSSESSION OF CRACK COCAINE W/INTENT TO DISTRIBUTE

POSSESSION OF SCHEDULE III DRUGS WITH INTENT TO DISTRIBUTE

POSSESSION OF A FIREARM BY A CONVICTED FELON

POSSESSION OF DRUGS WITHIN 1000’ OF A SCHOOL ZONE

ELLEN SANDIFER

POSSESSION OF SCHEDULE I DRUGS

POSSESSION OF DRUGS WITHIN 1000’ OF A SCHOOL ZONE

2) Investigator Joel Presley arrested 42 year old Chadwick Jordan at 1851 Coleman Avenue on charges of possession of crack cocaine with intent to distribute. Crack cocaine with an approximate street value of $3,700 was recovered.

3) Investigator E.J. Jones arrested 31 year old female Towon Harris at 895 Plant Street. Along with a semi-automatic pistol; cocaine, marijuana and schedule III pain pills with a combined street value of approximately $1,000 were recovered. Harris is being held at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex on the following charges:

POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DISTRIBUTE COCAINE,

POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DISTRIBUTE MARIJUANA

POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DISTRIBUTE SCHEDULE III DRUGS

POSSESSION OF SCHEDULE II DRUGSPAIN PILLS

POSSESSION FIREARM DURING COMMISSION OF FELONY

POSSESSION OF DRUGS IN A HOUSING PROJECT

November 2, 2007

Bibb Sheriff’s Office Investigating Bank Robbery

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a bank robbery that occurred at approximately 1:15 PM today. The Colonial Bank located at 5590 Thomaston Road was robbed by a suspect that witnesses described as a white male in his late 50’s to early 60’s approximately 5’09” tall weighing around 230 pounds. He had a white mustache, stubble and short white sideburns. The suspects clothing consisted of a “floppy” camouflage fishing hat, denim shirt (over a white t-shirt) and blue jeans.

The suspect entered the bank and verbally demanded cash. No weapon was displayed. After receiving the money; the suspect left the bank on foot carrying a black zipper bag containing the cash and was last seen heading east toward the I-475 area. The black zipper bag containing the cash and exploded red dye-packs was recovered a short distance east of the bank in an adjacent parking area.

Investigators state that the suspect may have been injured by the dye packs or may possibly have red stains on the arm, torso area or both. Those with information regarding this crime are asked to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

October 30, 2007

Robbery Suspect Arrested

Bibb County Sheriff’s Investigators have charged 23 year old Zerick Usry of Braswell Lane in Macon with robbery by sudden snatching in connection with a purse snatching which occurred in the Wal-Mart parking lot on Harrison Road Sunday morning October 28. Other charges may follow as the investigation of two similar crimes in the Tom Hill Sr. Blvd. shopping area Monday continues.

Usry was taken into custody this afternoon at approximately 4:30 PM after Bibb Sheriff’s Patrol Captain Charles Gunnels spotted the silver 2004 Jeep Cherokee described in recent lookouts. A brief vehicle pursuit beginning on Madden Avenue ended when Usry surrendered in a parking lot at the corner of Stadium Street and Mercer University Drive where Deputy Gunnels arrested Usry.

October 29, 2007

Bibb Sheriff’s Narcotics and Vice Unit Arrests

Deputies assigned to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and Vice Unit, assisted by the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office S.W.A.T. team, arrested one suspect Wednesday on felony drug charges and another on an outstanding city charge while serving a search warrant. Javares Simmons, age 27, of Forest Avenue, and Lorenzo Simmons, age 26, of Log Cabin Drive were taken into custody at 1397 Ernest St.

Seized at the location were cocaine and marijuana with a combined street value of approximately $3,500 and nearly $1,200 in cash.

Javares Simmons was charged with possession of cocaine with intent to distribute, and possession of marijuana with intent to distribute. Lorenzo Simmons was arrested on an outstanding contempt warrant from the City of Macon.

October 29, 2007

Mid Georgia Drug Task Force Arrest

Officers assigned to the Middle Georgia Drug Task Force, assisted by the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office S.W.A.T. team, arrested a suspect Wednesday on felony drug and firearms charges while serving a search warrant. Galen Antonio Butler, age 34, was taken into custody at 3775 Houston Avenue; Colonial Terrace Apartments.

Butler was charged with possession of cocaine with intent to distribute, possession of marijuana with intent to distribute, possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony and possession of drugs within 1000 feet of a school. Evidence recovered at the scene consisted of marijuana, cocaine, crack cocaine, a .380 cal handgun, scales and small baggies that are used for selling illegal drugs.

October 29, 2007

Bibb Sheriff’s Office Searching for Purse Snatchers

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying and capturing a purse snatching team who investigators believe have struck at shopping areas on Harrison Road Sunday just before noon and Tom Hill Sr. Blvd. today at approximately 10:40 AM.

According to witnesses, the team consists of a black male in his 20’s described as approximately 5’ 08” tall and weighing around 140 pounds. He was last seen today wearing a black hooded sweat shirt and dark gray or black jeans. His accomplice is of unknown description and drives a late model Jeep Cherokee which is described as light gray with dark gray features. It also has a sunroof and luggage rack. The tag is mounted on the front of the vehicle and a possible partial tag number is “DV9”.

The two suspects appear to be targeting elderly females by approaching them in parking lots, distracting them with questions and snatching the purse from the shopping cart. Sheriff Modena advises women (especially during the holiday shopping season) to place their purses securely in the trunks of their vehicles prior to leaving home. Ladies should use a wallet or clutch purse containing their picture ID, credit card, blank check and cash that can be placed in a coat, pants or vest pocket. This will eliminate the target that predators are seeking; the purse.

Those with information on these crimes or suspects are urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

For more information on holiday safety tips go to the Bibb Sheriff’s Office website at www.bibbsheriff.org and click on the Crime Prevention Section link.

http://www.bibbsheriff.org/HolidayCPT.htm

October 19, 2007

Traffic Accident and Road Closure 475 South

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Division is investigating a single vehicle traffic accident which occurred at approximately 5:15 AM this morning on Interstate 475 South at mile post one.

Azem Jakupaj of St. Petersburg, Florida stated that he lost control of his 2002 Freightliner when an unknown driver in a passenger car swerved into his lane. The semi overturned and all lanes of the interstate, including the emergency lanes, were blocked during the recovery effort. Jakupaj was not injured.

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen assisted by R.E.A.C.T. of Middle Georgia closed off I -475 South between Eisenhower Parkway and the I-75 merger near Hartley Bridge Road. Traffic was re-routed east and west on Eisenhower Parkway until approximately 10:00 AM when the interstate we re-opened. The Macon-Bibb County Fire Department HAZMAT team removed diesel fuel from the roadway which spilled from the fuel tanks on the semi. The tractor trailer was hauling non hazardous canned goods. Archer Western Contractors with the interstate construction project also assisted in the clean-up.

October 18, 2007

Student Injured in Pedestrian Accident

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Patrol Division is investigating a pedestrian accident involving a 14 year old Howard Middle School student. At approximately 6:45 AM the student was crossing Bass Road near the St. Croix subdivision to board a Bibb County School bus when she was struck by a Chevrolet Impala driven by 40 year old Kimberly Wynes of Macon.

The student was transported to the Medical Center of Central Georgia by Mid Georgia Ambulance. The injuries are not believed to be serious or life threatening. Kimberly Wynes was cited at the scene for failure to stop for a school bus. The accident remains under investigation.

October 16, 2007

Bibb Sheriff’s Office Investigating Auto Theft Ring

Bibb County Sheriff’s investigators are working a case involving the recovery of a stolen vehicle which has developed into the discovery of possibly eight others. Bibb Sheriff’s patrolmen were summoned to T&W Auto Sales located at 5150 Houston Road on the evening of Monday October 15. An auto theft victim had discovered his vehicle on the lot of the business.

The owner of the business, Donald Wade, identified three hispanic males that had sold the vehicle to him. Further investigation revealed that eight other vehicles on the lot that the same three had brought there were also possibly stolen. Bibb Sheriff’s investigators impounded a total of 9 vehicles from the lot and a wrecker which evidence indicates may have been used to steal the vehicles.

Thus far investigators have arrested Daniel Gonzales age 36, David Garcia age 28 and Raynaldo Garcia age 26 on charges of theft by taking auto. All three suspects are from Warner Robins. The case remains under investigation.

October 15, 2007

Bank Robbery Suspect Arrested

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a bank robbery that occurred at approximately 11:12 AM on Saturday October 13^th. The Wachovia Bank at 150 Tom Hill Sr Blvd was robbed by a suspect that witnesses described as a black male wearing a blue shirt, blue jeans and a blue cap. The suspect entered the bank and handed a teller a note demanding $1000.00. No weapon was displayed. After receiving the money, the suspect fled the scene in a white 2006 Saturn ION, registered to a Douglasville, Georgia address.

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigator Paul Osgood used evidence gathered at the scene and witness testimony to obtain an arrest warrant for 30 year old Quintin Jarrod Nichols of Villa Rica, Georgia. Agents with the Mid Georgia Fugitive Task Force arrested Nichols in Villa Rica today at approximately 2 PM.

Nichols will be held at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex and charged with robbery by intimidation.

October 11, 2007

Traffic Accident with Injuries

Patrolmen from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office were summoned to an accident which occurred shortly before 1 PM this afternoon on Hawkinsville Road in South Bibb County between Walden and Feagin Roads.

Whitley Holloway, age 26 of Atlanta, was south bound on Hawkinsville Road when she lost control of her white 2008 Pontiac G-6. The vehicle traveled through the grass median which divides the north and south bound lanes then overturned several times coming to rest on the right hand shoulder of the north bound lanes. No other vehicles were involved in the accident. Traffic in the north bound lanes was reduced to one lane for approximately 30 minutes.

Ms. Holloway was wearing her seat belt and received minor injuries in the crash. She was transported to the Medical Center of Central Georgia from the scene.

October 3, 2007

Bibb Traffic Fatality

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Patrol Division is investigating a traffic fatality which occurred shortly before 1:30 this afternoon on Emery Road in East Bibb County near its intersection with Emery Highway.

Evidence and witness testimony indicate that Sanchez Robinson, age 20, of Macon was driving west bound on Emery Highway when he lost control of his GMC Yukon and slid through a grass divider onto Emery Road where his vehicle struck a north bound Suzuki Vitara driven by 79 year old Annie Peterson of Macon. The collision caused the Vitara to overturn.

A passenger in the Suzuki Vitara, Elizabeth Ryder age 40 of East Bibb County, was transported from the scene to the Medical Center of Central Georgia where she succumbed to serious injuries. Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones pronounced Elizabeth Ryder dead at 4:40 PM this afternoon.

Wendell Hill of East Bibb, also a passenger in the Suzuki Vitara, was transported from the scene with non life threatening injuries as was the driver of the Yukon; Sanchez Robinson.

Details of the accident remain under investigation.

September 30, 2007

School Bus Incident / Suspect Wanted by Bibb Sheriff’s Office

On 9-28-07 at approximately 3 pm on Live Oak Lane in Lake Wildwood a black male identified as 19 year old James Preston Browne of Table Mountain Drive in Lake Wildwood illegally boarded a Bibb County School bus that was dropping off students. According to witnesses, Browne threatened the bus driver who had ordered him to leave the bus then proceeded to violently threaten and approach a female student on board. Students on board the bus reportedly had to physically restrain Browne. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office has previous outstanding warrants for Browne. The warrant is in reference to a September 21^st incident that occurred at Caliente Burrito Shop on Zebulon Road in which Browne reportedly fired a hand gun in the restaurant during an argument with his employers.

Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched after a 911 call and Browne fled the area. Bibb Sheriff’s Officers arrived and were attempting to interview the female approached by Browne when she became extremely belligerent toward deputies and reportedly the bus driver; refusing to cooperate or provide information on Browne. Deputies stated that the female also gave false information as to her name and age and Browne’s identification when interviewed originally. Deputies arrested the female (who had stated she was 17 years old) and she was transported to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Law Enforcement Complex where she was charged with obstruction. It was later discovered that the female was actually 16. The juvenile was released to the custody of her mother upon discovery of her true age.

Deputies were unable to locate James Browne. He may face additional charges in reference to this incident. Brown is currently wanted by the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office for Aggravated Assault.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of James Preston Brown, age 19, of Table Mountain Drive is asked to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

September 28, 2007

Bibb Sheriff’s Office Investigating Missing Person Case

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a missing person case.

Barbara Osterman, age 63, of West Bibb County was last seen in the Arlington Place area of Macon, Ga. on 9-26-07 at around 2PM. She was wearing a green striped shirt, dark green Capri type pants and brown shoes. Mrs.Osterman was driving a maroon 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis bearing Ga. tag 6360AAR.

Anyone with information on Mrs. Osterman or her vehicle is asked to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-746-9441.

September 25, 2007

Robbery by Force in West Bibb

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a robbery that took place Monday September 24 at approximately 9:15 PM.

Lori Harrell of Crawford County was in her stalled vehicle on Eisenhower Parkway near Raley Road when an unidentified black male stopped and appeared to be offering assistance. Instead the suspect grabbed Ms. Harrell’s purse, shoved her and fled the scene.

The suspect is described as a black male in his mid 40’s approximately 6’-01” tall weighing around 230 pounds. He has slightly graying hair and was wearing overalls tied at the waist with a red flannel striped shirt. The suspect fled the scene in an early 80’s model white Chevrolet pickup truck. The rear of the truck contained yard tools such as rakes and shovels.

Anyone with information on this crime is asked to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME / (742-2330).

September 25, 2007

Shooting at Rock-a-Billy’s

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division is investigating a shooting which occurred during the early morning hours of Sunday September 23^rd. Witness testimony indicates that around 2 AM (closing time) at Rock-a-Billy’s, located at 4821 Sheraton Drive in North Bibb County, a fight occurred between several patrons in the parking lot.

Javon Towns age 27, a security guard employed by Rock-a-Billy’s, became involved in the disturbance. At some point during the incident, Towns produced a hand gun and shot 25 year old Jamel Rozier of Dublin once in the shoulder. Rozier was driven from the scene by an acquaintance to Coliseum Hospital where Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies were summoned reference a shooting victim.

Rozier was later transported to the Medical Center of Central Georgia where he was treated and released. Witnesses did not immediately know the name of the suspect but Bibb Investigators were able to identify and arrest 27 year old Javon Towns of Fort Valley on Monday September 24 for aggravated assault. Towns was released today on a bond of $5,600.

September 21, 2007

Bibb & Monroe Sheriffs to Host Fundraiser for Youth Homes

Bibb County Sheriff Jerry Modena and Monroe County Sheriff John Cary Bittick have joined forces to raise money for the Georgia Sheriff’s Association Youth Homes. Proceeds from a sporting clay shoot competition will go toward supporting the Georgia Sheriff’s Youth Homes (www.georgiasheriffsyouth.org).

The Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Homes, Inc. is a private, non-profit child care agency sponsored by the Georgia Sheriffs’ Association. The Youth Homes provide a better future for needy children in Georgia by giving them love, guidance, discipline and other advantages they otherwise might not receive and that many of us take for granted.

The event is scheduled for Saturday, October 13 at the Meadows National Gun Club 1064 Rumble Road in Forsyth, Georgia.

FOR INFORMATION ON THIS EVENT: CONTACT CINDY GRESHAM AT 478-621-5601

September 18, 2007

Bibb Sheriff’s Office Investigating West Bibb Shooting

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division is investigating a shooting which occurred shortly after 1:30 PM today at 5998 Huddersfield Road in West Bibb County.

Deputies were originally dispatched to the scene in reference to a burglary in progress and shooting. Upon arrival, officers discovered that the incident was actually a domestic dispute which had resulted in a female resident being shot in the abdomen by her boyfriend. The suspect had fled the scene and lookouts were posted shortly after officers’ arrival for the victim’s boyfriend, Jae Jin Joo, age 45 who is also a resident.

At approximately 2:15 PM, Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones spotted the suspect’s white Lexus SUV in a parking lot in the Tom Hill Sr. Blvd. shopping area. Coroner Jones immediately notified Sheriff’s Deputies who were able to take the suspect into custody in minutes without incident.

As of 4:30 PM the female victim was in surgery at the Medical Center of Central Georgia. The suspect, Jae Jin Joo, is in custody at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex and charges against him are pending.

September 17, 2007

Bibb Sheriff’s Narcotics and Vice Unit Arrests

Deputies assigned to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and Vice Unit arrested three suspects Thursday on felony drug charges. Jermaine Bronner, age 22, of Pansey Avenue, Mario Parker, age 30, of Dewey Street and Reshaud Maxwell, age 20, of Charlotte Street were taken into custody at 4236 Pinson Street.

Seized at the location were 12 pieces of crack cocaine with an estimated street value of $200 and over $2,600 in cash.

Jermaine Bronner and Mario Parker were both charged with cocaine with intent to distribute and Superior Court probation violation. Parker has an additional charge of marijuana possession. Reshaud Maxwell was charged with cocaine with intent to distribute.

September 13, 2007

Drug Arrests by Bibb Sheriff’s Narcotics and Vice Unit

On Sept. 11, 2007 officers of the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and Vice Unit arrested George Ray III, age 31, for possession of marijuana with intent to distribute, possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony and cultivation of marijuana. Discovered at Ray’s residence, 3556 Sawyer Street in Macon, were one pound of marijuana, two marijuana plants with an estimated street value of over $5,000 and a .45 caliber hand gun.

In a separate case, also on September 11, Karey Harris age 29, of Hortman Avenue in Macon was arrested for possession of marijuana with intent to distribute. Harris was in possession of 13 bags of marijuana worth approximately $200.00 street value.

On September 12, the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and Vice Unit arrested Ricky Harold Herring Jr, age 18, of Putnam Street when he was found with 15 small bags (packaged for sale) of marijuana with a total street value of nearly $200.00.

September 11, 2007

Traffic Accident I-75 North @ Sardis Church Overpass

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a traffic accident which occurred on I-75 North between Sardis Church Road and Hartley Bridge Road. Just before 1 PM, two tractor trailers traveling in adjacent north bound lanes collided. The collision caused the vehicle traveling in the right lane driven by Kevin Alexander, age 40, of Lithonia, Georgia to ride up on to a concrete retaining wall where the vehicle came to rest. The second tractor trailer driven by Bobby Treece, age 67, of Knoxville, Georgia veered to the left across two lanes, jack-knifed, overturned and came to rest on the guardrail dividing the north and south bound lanes. Mr. Treece received minor superficial injuries and neither driver required hospitalization. No other vehicles were involved in the accident.

The north bound lanes of I-75 were closed until approximately 3:45 PM due to recovery operations. Both tractor trailers were box-type cargo trailers and no hazardous materials were released other than minor fuel leakage from Mr. Treece’s overturned tractor. Details of the accident remain under investigation.

September 10, 2007

Bibb Sheriff’s H.E.A.T. Traffic Stop Results in Drug/Weapons Arrest

A traffic stop initiated by a Bibb County Sheriff’s Office H.E.A.T. (Highway Enforcement of Aggressive Traffic) Officer resulted in drug and weapons charges early Saturday morning. Lt. Chip Wagner stopped a 1999 Mitsubishi Mirage on Northside Drive just after 1 AM Saturday September 8.

The driver’s inability to produce a valid license and a strong smell of suspected marijuana coming from the vehicle prompted further investigation by Bibb Sheriff’s deputies. The rear seat passenger, 20 year old Anthony Enos of Macon, was found to be in possession of 18 bags of suspected marijuana with a street value of approximately $200 and a loaded .38 caliber revolver.

The vehicle and over $200 cash were seized by Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies. Anthony Tarae Enos was transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex where he was charged with possession of a weapon during the commission of a felony and possession of marijuana with intent to distribute. Enos is currently in custody with a bond of $3,720.

Sept 4, 2007

Drug Arrest

Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and Vice Unit Investigators arrested Charles Marsh, age 65, and Ted Davis, age 57, at 4990 Riggins Mill Rd. on Friday August 31, 2007. Numerous prescription pills and marijuana were found at the location and over $2,700.00 in cash was seized during a search warrant executed at the time of their arrest. Both Marsh and Davis had outstanding warrants at the time of the arrest. The pills and marijuana have a street value of approximately $600.00.

Charles Marsh and Ted Davis are both currently being held in the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex. Marsh is charged with two counts of schedule 2 drug possession with intent to distribute and three counts of possession of a weapon during the commission of a felony. Ted Davis is charged with schedule 2 drug possession with intent to distribute, bench warrant state court and probation violation.

August 31, 2007

Bibb sheriff's investigators arrest Texas man, seize drugs, cash, car

Bibb County sheriff's investigators from the narcotics and vice unit arrested a Texas man Thursday, seizing about six pounds of marijuana in the process, officials said.

David Paul Kennedy of Garland, Texas, was arrested by Bibb County sheriff's officers and members of the Middle Georgia Drug Task Force and charged with intent to distribute and possession of Schedule II drugs, said Lt. George Meadows of the Bibb County Sheriff's Office.

Investigators seized the marijuana, worth about $19,200, methamphetamine, $850 and a 1997 Ford Explorer. The arrest took place at La Quinta Inn and Suites at 3944 River Place Drive.

August 31, 2007

BSO/MPD Teamwork Nets Three Suspects

A burglary occurred at the Hartley Woods Health and Rehab Center 3051 Whiteside Road in South Bibb County on August 1, 2007. A traffic stop by the Macon Police Department not long after the burglary resulted in the arrest of Phillip Vernard Williams, age 44 of Macon. During the traffic stop, Williams was found to be in possession of prescription drugs stolen during the Hartley Woods burglary. Williams was arrested at the traffic stop and charged with schedule 3 drug possession with intent to distribute, probation violation and traffic charges. He has since been charged with burglary in connection to the Hartley Woods case.

Further research by Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators resulted in the arrest of Phillip Exavia Crichton, age 22 and his wife, Porsha Shenika Crichton, age 24, both of Macon. These arrests occurred on August 22^nd when Porsha Crichton, a former Hartley Woods employee, had arrived at the rehabilitation center accompanied by Phillip Crichton to pick up a pay check. Phillip Crighton was arrested immediately by Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators on outstanding warrants. A search of the vehicle the two had arrived in turned up prescription drugs including hydrocodone tablets and morphine tablets. Also found in the vehicle was a loaded .380 caliber semi auto pistol and two Jamaican passports belonging to Phillip Crichton. Phillip Crichton was arrested at the scene and charged with probation violation, possession of a weapon during the commission of a felony, schedule 2 drug possession with intent to distribute, schedule 3 drug possession with intent to distribute, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and an outstanding bench warrant.

Porsha Crichton was also arrested at the scene and charged with burglary, possession of a weapon during the commission of a felony, schedule 2 drug possession with intent to distribute and schedule 3 drug possession with intent to distribute.

August 13, 2007

Series of Bibb Drug Raids Nets 15 Suspects

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and Vice Unit assisted by the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office SWAT Team served search warrants at four locations Wednesday, August 8^th. Eleven suspects were arrested.

Seized at these four locations were; 80 grams of crack cocaine with an additional 75 “rocks” of crack cocaine having a combined street value of nearly $10, 000 dollars, over a pound of marijuana with a street value of over $2,500, nearly $4,000 cash and a handgun.

The warrants were served at the following locations:

3645 Mercer University Drive

Arrested:

1) Andrew Johnson age 19

Cultivation of Marijuana, possession of Marijuana with intent to distribute, possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony

2) Antonio Rouse age 26

Possession of marijuana with intent to distribute

3) Clarence Jackson age 22

Possession of marijuana with intent to distribute

931-D Magnolia Drive

Arrested:

1) Cornelius Abram Jr. age 23

Trafficking cocaine, possession of marijuana with intent to distribute, crossing guard lines with drugs

2) Antonio Anthony age 22

Trafficking cocaine

3) Walter Hollingshed age 27

Trafficking cocaine

4) Kelicia Anthony age 19

Trafficking cocaine

4991 Harrison Road

Arrested:

1) Deiadre Antwon Jackson age 26

Possession of cocaine with intent to distribute, possession of marijuana with intent to distribute

2) Richard King age 28

Possession of cocaine with intent to distribute, possession of marijuana with intent to distribute

2869 Barrett Avenue

Arrested:

1) Belinda White age 49

Possession of marijuana with intent to distribute

2) Corey Thomas age 29

Possession of marijuana with intent to distribute

The Middle Georgia Drug Task Force, assisted by members of the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and Vice Unit, served search warrants at two additional locations on Thursday August 9; netting 4 additional arrests.

The warrants were served at the following locations:

2724 West Green Street

Arrested:

1) Roderick Gibson age 24

Possession of crack cocaine

2) Melvin Parham Smith age 33

Possession of crack cocaine

3) Marcus Milligan age 30

Possession of crack cocaine, possession of marijuana

3771 Kings Park Circle

Arrested:

Ikiea Martin age 20

Possession of crack cocaine

August 12, 2007

Bibb Sheriff’s Chief Deputy Interrupts Burglary in Progress/ Captures Suspect

Bibb Sheriff’s Chief Deputy, Russell Nelson, was driving through the 600 block of Woolfolk Street Friday morning around 9AM when he saw two suspects attempting to enter a home via a ladder. The two suspects apparently noticed they had drawn Chief Nelson’s attention and fled on foot through the Fort Hill area. Chief Nelson, having grown up in the Fort Hill area, drove around the block and intercepted one of the fleeing suspects, holding him until backup officers arrived.

Albert Childs, age 19, of Macon was arrested on charges of Criminal Attempt to Commit Burglary. He is currently being held at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex on a $5,600 bond.

August 8, 2007

Accident with Injuries Involving Auto Theft and Burglary Suspect

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen were the first to arrive just after midnight this morning on the scene of an accident with injuries at the intersection of Log Cabin Drive and Eisenhower Parkway. The patrolmen were responding to an assistance request from Monroe County Sheriff’s investigators performing surveillance on an auto theft and burglary suspect at Terrace Park Apartments on Williamson Road. The suspect, driving a stolen white 2001 Dodge pickup, left the apartment complex unexpectedly at a high rate of speed before striking an eastbound Cadillac at the intersection of Log Cabin Drive and Eisenhower Parkway.

The suspect, Daniel Curt Littlejohn, age 39 of Log Cabin Drive in Macon, told Bibb Deputies that he was fleeing from an unknown suspect who had shot at him in the Terrace Park Apartments area.

The driver of the 2000 Cadillac Deville, 21 year old Marie Ballew of Milledgeville was ejected from her vehicle. Ballew and her three passengers from Macon were transported the Medical Center of Central Georgia where they were treated and released. Littlejohn was also ejected and transported with serious non-life threatening injuries. Upon release from the Medical Center, Littlejohn faces possible charges of auto theft, burglary and traffic violations.

August 5, 2007

Bibb Kidnapping Suspect Arrested in Wilkes County

Alexis Dewayne Haywood, age 44, of Macon was arrested during the early morning hours of Sunday August 5^th following a pursuit which began when a Washington Police officer attempted to stop Haywood for speeding. The pursuit ended when Haywood lost control of the white 2004 Chevrolet Trail Blazer and it overturned several times.

After approaching the vehicle, officers discovered two other occupants; the mother of Haywood’s 3 year old child, 41 year old South Bibb resident Stacey Daniely, was bound in the rear of the vehicle and had been beaten. The second passenger, an associate of Haywood’s, was a black male identified only as Kendall Hodges. Haywood was not injured, was arrested at the scene and transported to the Wilkes County Jail. Hodges was reportedly treated and released. Stacey Daniely was transported for treatment in Augusta. Her injuries included a broken jaw which was not related to the accident.

Evidence and testimony indicate that Haywood attacked and bound Daniely at her home around 4 PM on Saturday, August 4^th. Haywood left his pickup truck hidden behind Daniely’s home, stole Daniely’s Chevrolet Trailblazer and left with Daniely bound in the rear of the vehicle. At some point following the kidnapping, Haywood picked up Hodges. Hodges stated to investigators that when he discovered Daniely in the vehicle, he attempted to leave but was forced by Haywood to accompany him and potentially to help dispose of Daniely’s body.

Family members discovered evidence of a struggle at Daniely’s home around 11 PM Saturday and notified the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. Investigators were working the case and Patrolmen following up on lookouts when Washington Police notified them of the developments.

At the time of this release, Alexis Dewayne Haywood was being held in the Wilkes County Jail on two counts of kidnapping, auto theft, aggravated battery family violence, terroristic threats, and driving under the influence.

August 3, 2007

Semi Tanker Accident in East Bibb County

Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies responded to an overturned semi just after noon today. George Shearman, age 57, of Macon was negotiating a curve on Chestney Road in East Bibb near the Apple Valley Road intersection when patrolmen believe the load of clay slurry in the tanker shifted causing the vehicle to overturn. No other vehicles were involved in the accident.

Mr. Shearman received slight superficial injuries in the accident. The roadway was clear within an hour. There was a slight leakage of the clay mixture which was removed by the Macon-Bibb County Fire Department.

August 1, 2007

Traffic Accident with Injuries on I-75

A three-vehicle accident occurred shortly before 9:30 AM this morning on I-75 North just south of Hartley Bridge Road. Merisa Clay, age 23, of Warner Robins was driving a Ford Taurus very slowly in the right lane due to mechanical difficulties when her vehicle was struck by a Honda CRV driven by Judy Ellis of Perry.

The impact forced Perry’s CRV into the adjacent lane where it was struck by a Plymouth Voyager minivan driven by Deborah Manuella of New York. There were 5 occupants in the Plymouth Voyager which overturned; ejecting 1 of the passengers.

Clay was transported from the scene to Coliseum Medical Center with non life-threatening injuries. All 5 occupants of the Plymouth Voyager were transported to the Medical Center of Central Georgia with non life-threatening injuries.

The north bound lanes of I-75 were closed for approximately 45 minutes following the accident.

July 31, 2007

Armed Robbery

The Quality Inn at 4630 Chambers Road was robbed shortly before 4 AM this morning. Witnesses stated that a black male suspect entered the business and brandished a handgun and demanded money while a black female accomplice collected an undisclosed amount of cash from the clerk.

No one was injured during the robbery. The suspects left the area in an older model white Buick Century with a sun roof. Investigators stated that the male suspect is described as middle-aged, tall and thin. The female suspect is younger, short and wore an Atlanta Braves baseball cap.

Anyone with information on this crime is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 746-9441 or Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

July 30, 2007

Middle Georgia Traffic Enforcement Network (MGTEN) Event Successful

Bibb County Sheriff Jerry Modena hosted a Middle Georgia Traffic Enforcement Network (MGTEN) road check Friday evening July 27th. Over seventy law enforcement officers from twelve Middle Georgia agencies participated.

Membership in the MGTEN provides the Bibb County Sheriff’s Patrol Division with another resource which helps them keep our roads safe.

The operation was staged on Hawkinsville Road in South Bibb County where a total of 86 citations and 16 warning citations were written and netted the following results:

3 Outstanding warrants served

8 Uninsured vehicles

9 DUI arrests (Driving Under the Influence)

10 Vehicle registration violations

10 Safety belt violations

16 Driving on Suspended License Violations

28 Vehicles impounded

July 23, 2007

Bibb Traffic Fatality

A Warner Robins resident was fatally injured in a traffic accident shortly before 7:45 AM this morning on Hawkinsville Road at mile post one.

Furney Mishoe Sr., age 78, was north bound on Hawkinsville Road when his 1986 Chevrolet El Camino struck the rear of a garbage collection truck driven by 35 year old Jerry Curry of Dry Branch, Ga. Mr. Mishoe was transported by ambulance to the Medical Center of Central Georgia with serious injuries and was pronounced dead by Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones at 9:13 AM.

None of the occupants of the garbage truck were injured and no charges have been filed in the case at this time.

The accident remains under investigation by the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Division.

July 16, 2007

Honorary Consul to Present Credentials to Sheriff Modena

The first honorary consul in the world for the Principality of Liechtenstein - Macon native Dr. Bruce Allen was named during a luncheon recently. He is the second honorary consul for the country that sits between Switzerland and Austria. There are two types of consuls who have similar duties. A career consul is a citizen of the sending country, and an honorary consul is a citizen of the receiving country.

Dr. Allen will formally present his credentials to the Chief Law Enforcement Officer of Bibb County, Sheriff Jerry Modena, in a ceremony to be held in the Ray Wilkes Administration Building of the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex on Tuesday, July 17 at 10:00 AM. The media is invited to attend the ceremony which will be in the training room located on the second floor.

One of Allen's duties will be to help build business relationships between Liechtenstein and the southeastern United States.

July 2, 2007

Male/Female Armed Robbery Team Arrested

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen arrested a male/female armed robbery team shortly after 11 PM on Thursday June 28. Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen had increased surveillance of North Bibb hotel parking lots in response to an attempted armed robbery perpetrated by two suspects during the prior weekend and reported sightings of the suspects’ silver Honda Civic in other parking lots.

The suspects struck again at the Macon Hotel (formerly the Holiday Inn) 3590 Riverside Drive just after 11 PM on Thursday June 28 where they robbed a hotel guest at gunpoint in the parking lot. The increased patrols paid off when Deputy Sean Defoe spotted the suspects’ vehicle less than a mile away on Northside Drive just after the robbery.

The driver of the vehicle, 20 year old Pamela Burney of 1665 Wesleyan Drive in Macon and her passenger, 21 year old Marcus Allen Lamar of 1665 Wesleyan Drive in Macon were both arrested on armed robbery charges following a traffic stop. Two handguns, a .380 caliber pistol and a 9mm pistol were found in the vehicle during a search.

June 28, 2007

Traffic Fatality in East Bibb

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a traffic fatality which occurred shortly after 4 AM this morning in the 5000 block of Riggins Mill Road.

37 year old Gabriel Brown of Spradley Drive in Jones County was driving a 2002 Ford pickup truck when the vehicle left the roadway and struck a tree. Spradley became entrapped in the vehicle which immediately caught fire and became completely involved in flames. Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones pronounced Mr. Brown dead at the scene at 4:45 AM.

June 27, 2007

Home Invasion in North Bibb County

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a home invasion which occurred just before 9 AM this morning at a Bass Road residence. Chandler Amerson and his step mother Janice Amerson were at the residence when a black male suspect armed with a pistol made forced entry to the home.

The suspect ordered Mrs. Amerson to go to the bank and withdraw an undisclosed amount of cash then bring it back while he held her stepson hostage. Mrs. Amerson used her cell phone to dial 911 once safely away from the home. Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies quickly located Mrs. Amerson’s vehicle and observed from a distance to make sure she was not followed.

Once it was apparent Mrs. Amerson was not followed, officers approached Mrs. Amerson and removed her to safety. Simultaneously, Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies were surrounding the home. At approximately 9:19 AM Chandler Amerson fled from the home toward Sheriff’s Deputies and was escorted to safety. By 9:24 AM, Sheriff’s Deputies had 37 year old Darius Leon Sullivan in custody after Sullivan attempted to flee through a window in the rear of the home.

Sullivan stated to investigators that prior to the crime; he had parked his vehicle in a Zebulon Road parking lot and had begun walking toward the residence. He continued by saying he was given a ride by an unknown motorist after telling the driver he was walking to a work site. Bibb Sheriff’s investigators are interested in interviewing the motorist who Sullivan states he rode with. This person is being sought for his value as a witness only. Sheriff’s investigators ask that the unidentified motorist contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 746-9441.

Darius Leon Sullivan, of 431 Bob White Road Bibb County, is currently in custody at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex and charged with 2 counts of kidnapping, criminal attempt to commit armed robbery, burglary, theft by extortion and 2 counts of terroristic threats.

Anyone with additional information on this crime is asked to contact the Bibb Sheriff’s Office at 746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

June 27, 2007

Sheriff Modena Announces Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for New Jail Facility

Bibb County Sheriff Jerry Modena announces that on Friday (June 29) at 11:00 a.m. a ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held for the new Law Enforcement Complex jail expansion. Sheriff Modena, Bibb Count Commission Chairman Charles Bishop and others involved with the project will be speaking.

The event will be held in the shade of the new sally-port (east side of the new facility), and seating will be provided. After the ribbon is cut, tours will be conducted.

For Friday's ceremony, please enter the new sally-port via the driveways which go up the hill at the corner of Second Street and Hawthorne Street. Vans will be available to provide transportation around the block from the Oglethorpe Street parking lot.

June 26, 2007

Identity Theft Suspect May have Additional Victims

Bibb County Sheriff’s Investigator Allie Seckinger arrested 28 year old Courtney Brooke Childre on June 19. Childre is charged with 12 counts of forgery, 6 counts of burglary and 5 counts of identity theft.

The results of the investigation suggest that Childre scheduled tours of homes for sale and while inside; an as yet unidentified partner would distract the real estate agent while Childre stole check books, tax records, property records, social security cards, pass ports, medicines, and keys.

Childre is suspected of writing numerous checks on various victims’ accounts. Most of the victims have moved and cannot be located because their properties have since been sold.

Investigator Seckinger is seeking assistance in locating, identifying and contacting any victims that may exist. Anyone who has experienced similar thefts and subsequent fraud while their homes were up for sale is asked to contact investigator Seckinger. These thefts could date back as far as 2003.

Investigator Seckinger can be reached at (478)-621-5675. Anyone with additional information on this case can also contact Mid Georgia Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME or 742-2330.

June 22, 2007

Bibb Sheriff’s Office Investigating Armed Robbery

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery that occurred last night at the Mini Foods located at 4961 Romeiser Drive.

A black male wearing a black ski mask and gloves, entered the store and demanded money while brandishing a small silver handgun.

The gunman fled from the scene on foot. The suspect was described as a black male approximately 6 feet tall and weighing 130 pounds wearing a gray shirt and blue jeans.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Bibb County Sheriff's Office at 746-9441 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

June 15, 2007

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen Capture Armed Robbery Suspects

Shortly after 1 AM this morning, Matthew Johnson Jr. of Payne City was robbed at gunpoint by two white male suspects on Brigham Street. Deputy Phillip Minchew was patrolling in the area and arrived almost immediately to gather suspect descriptions while other Patrolmen searched the area.

Deputies Minchew and Brandon Grace quickly spotted one of the suspects and arrested him following a brief foot pursuit. Lt. Mark Franks located and arrested the second suspect nearby as well. A BB gun believed to have been used in the robbery was recovered.

Eric Vinson Braswell, age 17 was arrested on charges of armed robbery, aggravated assault, possession of a weapon during the commission of a felony and pointing a pistol at another. Robert Eugene Howard, age 18 was arrested on charges of armed robbery and probation violation.

Sheriff Modena commented that quick response and team work were the key elements in the arrest.

June 8, 2007

Mid Georgia Drug Task Force News Release

On June 6, 2007 members from the Middle Georgia Drug Task Force assisted by the Bibb County Narcotics and Vice Unit and Peach County Sheriff’s Office served a search warrant at 523 Cliett Street, Fort Valley Georgia. Investigator Cornelius Flowers with the MGDTF arrested black female India Renata Gibson of Fort Valley.

Gibson was charged with trafficking crack cocaine, trafficking powder cocaine, and possession of marijuana with the intent to distribute. A large quantity of marijuana, crack and powder cocaine was seized from the home with a street value of $11,000 dollars. Investigators Flowers also seized $2,359 cash from proceeds of drug sales.

June 7, 2007

Bibb Traffic Fatality

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Patrol Division is investigating a traffic fatality which occurred shortly before 3:30 this afternoon on U.S 80(Eisenhower Parkway) approximately ½ mile west of Fulton Mill Road.

According to witness statements, at least two and possibly as many as four vehicles were traveling east bound on Eisenhower Parkway at a high rate of speed when one of the vehicles, a 1997 Honda Accord driven by a 16 year old Warner Robins resident crossed into the west bound lane and struck a pickup truck head on. The driver of the Honda Accord, 17 year old Xavier Gregory James of Warner Robins, was pronounced dead at the scene at 4:30 PM by Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones.

Passing motorists stopped and removed the driver of the pickup truck just as the vehicle caught fire. The truck eventually became completely engulfed in flames. The driver of the truck, Bruce King, age 46, of Bibb County was transported to the Medical Center of Central Georgia with serious injuries. A passenger in the Honda Accord also received serious injuries and was transported to the Medical Center.

The accident and incidents prior to the accident are under investigation. The possibility of charges against drivers of the other vehicles has not been ruled out.

June 4, 2007

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators Seeking Public’s Assistance in Missing Person Case

According to her family members; Lisa Pelt Livingston Lang, age 42, has not been in contact with them since mid march of this year. Mrs. Lang is 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighs approximately 170 pounds. Her last known residence is 747 Anderson Street in Macon. Mrs. Lang suffers from drug addiction according to family members and may be in danger.

Anyone with information on Lisa Lang is asked to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at:

477-746-9441

Crimestoppers: 1-877-68CRIME

June 2, 2007

Victim’s Son Arrested in North Bibb Homicide

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a homicide which occurred at a Rivoli Drive residence.

The body of Louie Ellis Forehand, age 71, was discovered by a family member shortly before 7 AM this morning at his residence (5498 Rivoli Drive). Mr. Forehand had sustained several gunshot wounds to the chest area.

Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators have arrested Kelly Alan Forehand, age 40, and charged him with malice murder in the death of his father, Louie Forehand. Investigators have determined that the homicide occurred on Friday June 1, 2007 and was the result of a domestic dispute between the two. Kelly Forehand lived with his father at 5498 Rivoli Drive. Captain Mike Smallwood of the Bibb County Sheriff’s Investigations Division added that there had been a history of violence between the suspect and victim.

The case remains under investigation.

June 2, 2007

Homicide in North Bibb County

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a homicide which occurred at a Rivoli Drive residence.

The body of Louie Ellie Forehand, age 71, was discovered by a family member shortly before 7 AM this morning at his residence (5498 Rivoli Drive). Mr. Forehand had sustained several gunshot wounds to the chest area.

The case is still under investigation. Additional information will be released as it becomes available.

May 21, 2007

Bibb Sheriff’s Office to Host Media Conference Wednesday May 23, 2007

Bibb County Sheriff Jerry Modena will host a news conference announcing the Middle Georgia kick-off of OPERATION CLICK IT OR TICKET on Wednesday May 23 at 3 PM. The event will be held at the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office training range located at 110 Confederate Way. Confederate Way is directly adjacent to and runs parallel to the exit ramp of I-16 East at exit 6.

The events described below will be on the agenda as part of the Click it or Ticket kick-off. Please see the accompanying attachments for an event agenda and map.

H.E.A.T. UNIT ROLL-OUT

News Media is invited to join Sheriff Jerry Modena as he welcomes Director Bob Dallas from the Governor's Office of Highway Safety (GOHS) for the official holiday roll-out of Bibb County’s H.E.A.T. Unit. This new traffic law enforcement unit is funded through a $237,800.00 GOHS grant to put three deputies and three H.E.A.T. cruisers patrolling Bibb County highways for drunk and dangerous drivers in time for the Memorial Day travel period.

“BAT”-TRAILER RIBBON CUTTING

Officers from the Middle Georgia Traffic Enforcement Network (MGTEN) will also be on hand for the unveiling of a new “Bat”-Trailer to help step-up high-visibility DUI enforcement at sobriety checkpoints across Bibb County during busy holiday travel periods. The custom-built Blood Alcohol Testing (“BAT”)-Trailer is a fully-equipped field unit with a reporting station, Intoxilyzer, light-kit, generator, and holding cell.

ENFORCEMENT ACTIVITY RECOGNIZED

MGTEN represents Traffic Enforcement Officers from Peach, Macon, Houston, Dooly, Pulaski, Crisp, Wilcox, Twiggs, Bibb and Turner counties in the middle Georgia area. “GOHS is pleased to recognize members of the MGTEN Traffic Enforcement Network with this life-saving equipment,” says GOHS Director Bob Dallas. “This Bat-Trailer says thanks for protecting Georgians from impaired drivers and equips MGTEN to safeguard citizens during future H.E.A.T. and Click It or Ticket enforcement operations.”

SUMMER H.E.A.T. BACK IN THE FORECAST!

The month of May also marks the start of Georgia’s high visibility One Hundred Days Of Summer H.E.A.T. enforcement campaign coordinated by GOHS to reduce deadly speed and impaired driving crashes on our highways. This year officers conducting nighttime H.E.A.T. roadchecks will concentrate on the growing number of motorists who refuse to buckle-up when the sun goes down. H.E.A.T. stands for Highway Enforcement of Aggressive Traffic. The One Hundred Days of Summer H.E.A.T. is a multi-jurisdictional traffic safety enforcement campaign designed to protect the lives of law-abiding motorists during the major summer travel period from Memorial Day through the Fourth of July and past the Labor Day holiday. For more information on H.E.A.T. and Click It Or Ticket, visit our website at www.gahighwaysafety,org .. DAY OR NIGHT.

May 8, 2007

Bibb County Pursuit of Stolen Vehicle ends in Byron

A Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolman attempted to stop a stolen 1997 Mercedes Benz at 8 PM this evening on Houston Road in South Bibb County. The driver of the stolen vehicle, Michael Bass, age 22, of Macon fled south on Houston Road continuing into Byron where other agencies joined the pursuit.

Bass ran a traffic light at an intersection near Giant Foods on Highway 49 at 8:15 PM and struck a minivan with four passengers. Bass was entrapped in the stolen vehicle and had to be extricated. Two adults and two children in the minivan were transported from the scene to the Medical Center of Central Georgia with non life threatening injuries. Michael Bass’ condition was not immediately available.

The Georgia State Patrol has charge of the accident investigation. Upon release from the Medical Center, Bass faces charges possibly including but not limited to; Theft by Receiving Stolen Vehicle, Felony Eluding, Serious Injury by Vehicle and DUI.

May 8, 2007

Traffic Accident Involving Bibb Sheriff’s Patrol Unit

Shortly before 3 PM this afternoon Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolman Jimmy Vastakis observed a large piece of tire causing a traffic hazard in the right lane of I-16 west near the city limits of Macon.

Deputy Vastakis activated his emergency lighting and stopped in the right lane to remove the obstruction. Chinita Webb, age 29 of Lizella, Georgia stopped her 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe behind Deputy Vastakis’ Patol unit. Deputy Vastakis had removed the debris from the roadway and had gotten back into his patrol vehicle when a tractor trailer traveling in the right lane and driven by Willie Lewis, age 58 of Decatur struck Ms. Webb’s vehicle, Deputy Vastakis’ patrol vehicle and an F-150 driven by Jeffery Folsom, age 29, of Griffin, Ga. Mr. Folsom had been traveling in the left lane of I-16 West.

Deputy Vastakis and Chinita Webb were transported from the scene to the Medical Center of Central Georgia with complaints but no apparent serious injuries. Neither Mr. Willis nor Mr. Folsom was injured.

The accident is still under investigation by the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Division.

May 8, 2007

Bibb County Sheriff’s Office to Host 6^th Annual Fun in the Sun Safety Fest

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office will host its 6^th Annual Fun in the Sun Safety Fest on Saturday May 12, 2007. The venue will be Lake Tobesofkee’s Sandy Beach Park on Moseley Dixon Road. The event will begin at 11 AM and end at 3 PM.

Entry to Sandy Beach Park will be free during the event. Lunch is free also. Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies and members of Middle Georgia REACT will be serving hamburgers and hotdogs fresh-off-the-grill as long as supplies last.

Kids can enjoy the free slip-n-slide. Emergency vehicles and equipment from all over Middle Georgia will be on display. Among those agencies present at the event will be: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Division (H.E.A.T Unit and Motor Division), Bibb County C.E.R.T, Tobesofkee Rangers, Macon Police Department, Macon-Bibb County Fire Department, Medical Center of Central Georgia Ambulance, Crawford County Sheriff’s Office, Houston County Sheriff’s Office, Perry Police Department, Warner Robins Police Department and The Twiggs County Sheriff’s Office. The Georgia State Patrol Aviation Division will be landing a helicopter during the event. The Tobesofkee Rangers will be giving free pontoon boat rides on Lake Tobesofkee for a limited time during the event. Several Bibb County businesses will have booths with free crime prevention tips and safety information.

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office organized its first Safety Fest in 2002. The event has grown larger each year with over 1,000 Middle Georgia residents attending in 2006. The Fun in the Sun Safety Fest is an opportunity for children and adults alike to enjoy the outdoors while getting to know law enforcement and other emergency personnel who serve them.

For more information on this event, contact:

Deputy Annette Horne

Event Organizer

Bibb County Sheriff’s Office

478-621-6446

Or:

Lt. George Meadows

Public Information Officer

Bibb County Sheriff’s Office

Special Operations Section

704 Hawthorne Street

Macon, Ga. 31201

Office: (478) 621-6890

Fax: (478) 621-6894

JERRY MODENA SHERIFF

Bibb County Chief Deputies Receive Specialized Training

The Georgia Sheriffs’ Association, Inc. provides advanced and specialized training for

Deputy Sheriff’s and jail officers as one of its many functions. Three days of intensive training was held in Chatham County on April 18-20 for the upper-level command staff of sheriffs’ offices from throughout the state. More than 145 officers - including sheriffs, chief deputies, and top-level command officers - participated in this training conference. Bibb County Sheriff’s Chief Deputies Russell Nelson and David Davis attended, and received valuable training and information during the three-day event.

This conference emphasized highway safety initiatives and included specialized training on issues relevant to the responsibilities of Georgia’s Office of Sheriff. The Governor’s Office of Highway Safety provided technical assistance, support and funding to ensure that all officers were given the opportunity to attend this one of a kind specialized training.

“I appreciate the opportunity to meet with the sheriffs’ command staff to discuss the importance of traffic enforcement in saving lives. In all but seven counties in 2005, the number of Georgians killed in crashes greatly exceeded the number of murders. We know at least 1,717 Georgians have died in crashes while approximately 500 to 600 Georgians are murdered in an average year,” stated Bob Dallas, Director of the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety.

“The traffic enforcement safety tools learned at this seminar can save lives when deployed fairly and consistently. Equally important is the voting public now understands the need for traffic enforcement as they demand that our roads must be made safer,” continued Dallas.

The Georgia Sheriffs’ Association, Inc. is a professional organization that represents Georgia’s 159 elected sheriffs. The Association relies on the support of more than 70,000 Honorary Members throughout the state who recognize and value the services provided by the Constitutional Office of the Sheriff. In addition to the valuable services that the Association offers to statewide law enforcement initiatives, GSA also sponsors the Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Homes, Inc. which provides full-time residential care for Georgia’s abused, abandoned and neglected children.

Bibb Sheriff Jerry Modena said, “The contacts my chief deputies made and the information they received at this training conference will be of great use to our office as we continue to fulfill our commitment to keep this community safe.”

May 4, 2007

Suspects Arrested in Church Burglary case

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a burglary that occurred during the early morning hours of Thursday May 3, 2007. Evidence indicates that the Life Center Building of Lawrence Drive Baptist Church located at 5774 School Road was burglarized by suspects who hid in the building on the evening of May 2^nd. Two 42 inch TV’s and 2 Playstation 3 games were among items stolen.

On the morning of May 3, evidence from a prior burglary in the Glenn Echo subdivision of West Bibb County and witness testimony from the Lawrence Drive burglary led Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies to a Barcelona Drive address in South Bibb where a vehicle of interest in the cases was found.

James Daniel Hinson and Christopher Michael Summerford, both age 18, were arrested at the Barcelona Drive location on warrants obtained by Bibb Sheriff’s investigators. Items stolen from Lawrence Drive Baptist Church were recovered during the arrests. James Daniel Hinson was charged with two counts of burglary and one count of obstruction. Christopher Michael Summerford was charged with two counts of burglary.

May 3, 2007

Bibb Sheriff’s Motor Unit Turns Traffic Stop into Drug Bust

Deputies Mark Schultz and Mike Thomas, motorcycle officers assigned to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Motor unit, initiated a traffic stop at the intersection of Mercer University Drive and Log Cabin Drive on Tuesday April 29 just after noon.

As the traffic stop progressed the deputies observed that the two occupants, Timothy Chastain age 24 of Crawford County and Ronald Day age 28 of West Bibb County, had very nervous demeanors. The deputies’ soon discovered that the two were illegally in possession of OxyContin pills and prescription Tizanadine (muscle relaxer). The combined street value of the pills is over $2,000.

Both suspects were arrested at the scene. Timothy Chastain was charged with driving on a suspended license, schedule II drug possession with intent to distribute and schedule II drug possession. Ronald Day was charged with schedule II drug possession with intent to distribute and schedule II drug possession.

April 25, 2007

East Bibb Convenience Store Burglary

Shortly before 4 AM this morning, unknown suspects attempted to burglarize the Citgo convenience store located at the intersection of highways 57 and 80 in east Bibb County. The suspects backed a Uhaul moving van through the front of the store causing major damage to the front of the structure.

A motorist driving by the location saw the activity and dialed 911. The suspects then left without taking anything from the store. Investigators believe the target was an ATM machine located inside the business.

Bibb County Sheriff’s Investigators are in charge of the on-going investigation. Anyone with information on this case is asked to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at (478)-746-9441 or Crimestoppers at 1-877-68-CRIME.

April 19, 2007

Press Conference

Multi-Agency Drug Trafficking Bust

Bibb County Sheriff’s Investigators, for the past several months, have been participating in a major investigation involving a large middle Georgia marijuana, cocaine and Ecstasy trafficking organization. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, Middle Georgia Drug Task Force, Monroe County Sheriff’s Office and Twiggs County Sheriff’s Office all participated in the investigation. Interagency teamwork and cooperation was the key to its success.

This investigation targeted a large middle Georgia marijuana, cocaine and Ecstasy trafficking organization and lasted several months. The main target and several of the primary co-conspirators have already been identified and arrested. This investigation has totaled eight arrests so far with many indictments to follow. The criminal activity of this organization involved trafficking cocaine, Ecstasy, marijuana, and possessing counterfeit money.

This investigation has totaled eight arrests so far with many indictments to follow. Those arrested so far are Russell James Odom, Michael Levi Crook, Mark Antonio Williams, Darrell Marcus Gordon, Juan Calvillo-Perez, Pedro Gonzalez, Xavier Reshad Harvard, and William Stanley, Jr. There have been three others arrested on outstanding warrants not related to this investigation.

Odom, Crook, Gordon, Calvillo-Perez, and Gonzalez were arrested for Trafficking Cocaine. Williams was arrested for Trafficking Marijuana. Harvard and Stanley were arrested for Possession of Ecstasy (Schedule I) with Intent to Distribute.

The total seizures for this investigation:

2 kilos of cocaine (street value worth @ $233,420.00)

Approximately 660 hits of “Ecstasy” (street value worth @ $19,800.00)

Approximately 20 pounds of marijuana (street value worth $ 64,000.00)

11 vehicles (worth @ $150,000.00)

Approximately $156,000.00 cash

Case Agents: Inv. Robbie Allen

Lt. Chris Patterson

April 16, 2007

Armed Robbery Harrison Road

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public’s assistance reference an armed robbery which occurred on the evening of Monday. April 16, 2007.

Shortly after 10 PM a black male brandishing a firearm and wearing a stocking over his head robbed the Raceway convenience store located at 6001 Harrison Road. The clerk was outside the store when the suspect confronted him at gunpoint. The suspect forced the clerk back into the store then made him open the cash register. The suspect took an undisclosed amount of cash and left the store on foot walking in the direction of Chambers Road where it is believed that the suspect got into a red compact car parked near the Super 8 Motel on Harrison Road driven by a black female. No one was injured during the incident.

The suspect is described as a slender black male in his late 20’s approximately 5’09” tall with a beard and wearing a dark colored long sleeve shirt.

Anyone with information about the robbery is asked to call the Bibb County Sheriff's Office at (478) 746-9441 or Middle Georgia Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68-CRIME

April 5, 2007

Meth Lab Discovery and Arrests

Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen serving an arrest warrant discovered a working methamphetamine laboratory this morning just before 5 AM. Patrolmen Lt. Richard Crooms and Deputy Terry Grant were at 5975 Columbus Road attempting to serve an arrest warrant on Mark Colston, age 45, at the address when they discovered the meth lab outside the residence. Bibb Sheriff’s Drug Investigators had discovered possibly two other labs on the property in various stages of operation before 9 AM this morning.

Arrested at the scene were: Mark Colston, age 45, Sarah Black, age 46, Billy Pfaff, age 40 and Jessie Parham, age 31. Colston, Black and Pfaff are charged with trafficking methamphetamine. Mark Colston has additional charges reference a pre-existing outstanding bench warrant and a hold for the Twiggs County Sheriff’s Office. Jessie Parham was arrested on outstanding Bibb County warrants.

Emergency personnel with the Macon-Bibb County Fire Department performed initial decontamination procedures at the scene. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Drug Unit has charge of the on-going investigation.

April 5, 2007

Bibb Sheriff’s Drug Unit Arrests 3 in Cocaine Bust

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Drug Unit arrested three suspects and recovered cash, cocaine and a handgun Tuesday when an investigation culminated in a search warrant.

Drug unit investigators served a search warrant at a duplex located at 478 Forest Avenue in Macon just before noon on Tuesday, April 3^rd. Deputies confiscated over $2,400 in cash, ecstasy pills with a street value of nearly $900, 2 ounces of crack cocaine with a street value of nearly $6,000, 4 ounces of powder-cocaine with a street value of nearly $10,000, electronic scales and a 357 magnum revolver.

Arrested in conjunction with the investigation were: Javares Simmons, age 27 of Macon, Antonio Davis, age 29 of Macon and Raphell Smith, age 27 of Macon. Simmons is charged with possession of crack cocaine. Davis is charged with trafficking cocaine and possession of schedule 1 drugs with intent to distribute. Smith is charged with trafficking cocaine and possession of schedule 1 drugs with intent to distribute.

April 3, 2007

East Bibb Pedestrian Fatality

A 3 year old child was killed this evening on Recreation Road. According to accident investigators with the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, 3 year old Derydre Tufts ran into the roadway in front of his home at 2585 Recreation Road just before 7 PM this evening and was struck by a 1997 Toyota 4-Runner driven by 78 year old Mattie Middlebrooks of Gray, Georgia.

No charges have been filed in the accident which remains under investigation

MEDIA RELEASE

Bibb County Superior Court

Judge S. Phillip Brown

March 27, 2007

Judge Brown to Host Media Conference Introducing Mental Health Court

Bibb County Superior Court Judge S. Phillip Brown will host a media conference to introduce Bibb County Superior Court’s new Mental Health Court. The conference will be Wednesday April 4, 2007 at 3 PM in Superior Court Room D, third floor of the Bibb County Court House.

The Chief Justices of all 50 states are promoting mental health courts within their states. Chief Justice Leah Ward Sears of the Georgia Supreme Court is heading the Georgia effort. Due to Justice Sears’ efforts, the Georgia Mental Health Court is being touted as among the top 23 programs in the nation.

Approximately 15% of the nation’s jail population has a diagnosed mental illness which is a contributing factor to their involvement with the courts. Judge Brown’s goal as head of the Bibb County program is to deal with those in the system that have a mental illness which can be treated and stabilized. Stabilizing these individuals will help insure that they are not a danger to the public when released. Experience shows that treatment drastically reduces recidivism. The treatments combined with release from incarceration are designed to improve the mental state of these arrestees and should serve to keep both the patient and the public safer. The program may also positively impact jail overcrowding in Bibb County. This, in turn, will bring a substantial savings in tax dollars annually.

Speakers at the event will be: Chief Justice Leah Ward Sears of the Georgia Supreme Court, Chief Superior Court Judge Bryant Culpepper, Bibb County Superior Court Judge Phillip Brown, and Bibb County Sheriff Jerry Modena.

An informal reception will follow.

For further information regarding this event or about the Bibb County Mental Health Court please contact the office of Judge S. Phillip Brown at (478) 621-6328.

March 23, 2007

Bibb Traffic Fatality

Bibb County Sheriff’s Patrolmen responded to a pedestrian fatality at 12:22 AM this morning on Hawkinsville Road in the seven bridges area near Tobesofkee Creek.

Thirty-one year old Elizabeth Tanner of 5405 Houston Road was fatally injured when she was struck by a 1986 Volvo driven by Gregory Wilson of Warner Robins. According to witness testimony and accident investigators, Tanner was walking in the middle of the highway in an unlighted area of the north bound lanes when she was struck. Wilson was not injured.

Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones pronounced Tanner dead at the scene.

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Fatal Accident Investigation Team has charge of the case. No charges have been filed against the driver thus far.

March 21, 2007

Armed Robbery Brookhaven Road

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance reference an armed robbery which occurred on the evening of Tuesday, March 20.

A black male brandishing a firearm and wearing all black clothing including a black jacket, cap and baggy pants robbed the Fortune Garden at approximately 9:55 PM. The Fortune Garden is located south of Eisenhower Parkway at 5033 Brookhaven Road. No one was injured during the incident. Articles of the suspect’s clothing were found near the restaurant. The suspect was last seen running east toward Massey Road and could have fled toward the Presidential Parkway area or Chambers Road from that point.

Anyone with information about the robbery is asked to call the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at (478) 746-9441 or Middle Georgia Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68-CRIME.

March 18, 2007

Temporary Road Closure: Tanker Truck Overturned in South Bibb

A Tyner Transport tanker truck loaded with fuel overturned at approximately 7:15 AM this morning on Houston Road near the Walden Road intersection in South Bibb County when the driver swerved to avoid a deer and lost control. The driver, 66 year old Robert Dowell of Lizella, Georgia, was trapped in the vehicle for approximately an hour as emergency personnel worked to extricate him. Mr. Dowell received no life threatening injuries and was able to communicate with emergency personnel during the ordeal. As of the time of this release there has been only slight leakage from the tank. Bibb County Sheriff’s Patrolmen are going to close off the area between the Walden Road / Houston Road intersection and the South Walden Road / Houston Road intersection until the vehicle is removed.

Please advise motorists to avoid this area. An updated release will be issued when the road is opened.

As of 11 AM today, emergency crews are predicting that this area of Houston Road will be closed until at least 2 PM. This is due to the necessity of transferring the remaining fuel from the damaged tanker prior to righting it.

March 16, 2007

Medical Staff Member Assaulted at Bibb Law Enforcement Complex

A member of the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex medical staff was assaulted by an inmate just before 10:00 AM today in the infirmary.

Inmate Anthony Lee Holt Jr, age 26, was in the infirmary for a scheduled medication visit when he asked to use the infirmary phone. Bibb Sheriff’s Office Corrections policy forbids inmates from using this phone. When the staff member informed Holt he was not allowed to use the phone, he picked up the phone in spite of instructions. When the staff member told Holt to put the receiver down, he attacked her without warning, hitting her first several times about the head area with his fists then the phone receiver. Holt stopped the attack after another female staff member told him several times to do so.

The victim was transported to the Medical Center of Central Georgia via ambulance where she was treated for contusions about the head and face then released.

Holt also attacked Bibb Sheriff’s Correctional Officers who responded. Holt received a minor head injury resulting from a close quarters struggle with Deputies who were attempting to place him in his cell. Holt was transported to the Medical Center of Central Georgia, treated then returned to incarceration.

Anthony Lee Holt of Macon was arrested by the Macon Police Department January 18, 2007 on charges of felony obstruction, simple battery and disorderly conduct. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office will file additional charges of aggravated assault and obstruction in reference to the attack.

March 16, 2007

GBI issues Toxicology Results for Drowning Victims

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation’s Division of Forensic Sciences has completed the examination of fluid samples taken from the bodies of Eduardo Dorantes Landaverde, Daniel Dorantes Landaverde and Jose Luis Dorantes Landaverde.

The bodies of the three Landaverde brothers were recovered from Rocky Creek near the Interstate 75 Bridge January 15 and 16 of this year. The vehicle they had been traveling in was found wrecked in late December a short distance from the interstate off Rocky Creek Road.

The GBI report states that there was ethyl alcohol present in the bodies of each of the three victims. The toxicology report for Eduardo Dorantes Landaverde shows an alcohol content of 0.264 grams per 100 ml. The report for Daniel Dorantes Landaverde shows an alcohol content of 0.241 grams per 100 ml. The report for Jose Luis Dorantes Landaverde shows an alcohol content of 0.304 grams per 100 ml.

March 15, 2007

Burglary Suspect Apprehended in East Bibb

Bibb Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a burglary in progress call Wednesday at 2:05 PM at 3169 Ocmulgee East Blvd, a vacant residence.

The owner of 3169, 71 year old Joyce Flewelleyn, who lives next door, noticed a young black male in the front yard at around 2 PM yesterday. Thinking someone was interested in the property, the 71 year old resident walked next door to check. She discovered that the front door had been forced open and saw a young black male inside the house. Mrs. Flewelleyn yelled for her husband to dial 911 and report the burglary. As she was returning to her home she found a bicycle hidden in the bushes by the porch. When she picked up the bicycle a suspect exited the house and confronted her claiming that he was visiting someone at the residence. The homeowner told the suspect she knew this was not true. At that point the suspect grabbed his bicycle and fled.

Sheriff’s deputies were given a description of the suspect and his bicycle and immediately began a search of the area. Lt. Mark Franks of the Bibb County Sheriff’s Patrol Division soon found the suspect in the 3100 block of Riggins Mill Road. Ronald Trayvon Willis, age 17, of 3534 Sawyer Street was identified by the homeowner and arrested.

Ronald Trayvon Willis was transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex where he is being held and charged with burglary.

March 14, 2007

Bibb Deputies Capture Suspect in attempted Carjacking

The rapid response of Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolmen resulted in the capture and arrest of a suspect who attempted to steal a car from a Macon woman at around 1:15 PM this afternoon.

Vicki Harmon of Macon stepped out of her vehicle momentarily at Walthall Chevron located on the corner of Riverside Drive and Tom Hill Sr. Blvd. while leaving the keys inside. She returned to her vehicle in time to see a stranger behind the wheel about to drive away. Harmon approached the suspect at which time the suspect pushed Harmon away. Customers and employees heard Harmon’s screams for help and rushed to her aid.

The suspect then abandoned the vehicle and fled on foot. Sheriff’s deputies responding to the 911 call captured the suspect a short distance from the crime scene hiding behind a hotel.

Deputies Robert Scarborough, Allen Kendrick and Patrol Captain Charles Gunnells surrounded and apprehended Mark Alexander Ray, age 21 of Stratford Oaks Drive in Macon. Ray was transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex where he is being held and charged with robbery by force.

March 13, 2007

Bibb Sheriff’s CID Investigating Homicide

Bibb County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to 1039 McCall Circle at 1:23 PM Monday in reference to a shooting. The Macon Police Department had originally responded to the scene and discovered that the address was just outside the city limits.

Upon arrival, Sheriff’s patrolmen discovered that 57 year old James Taylor of New York had received a gun shot wound to the chest. He was transported to the Medical Center of Central Georgia via ambulance. James Taylor died while undergoing surgery at approximately 2:30 PM.

Taylor’s mother, Eunice Burton, was present during an altercation that occurred between Taylor and his 30 year old nephew, Rondu Burton who lives at the residence. Taylor was reportedly in Macon to visit his mother. Rondu Burton had left the residence prior to the arrival of law enforcement and was taken into custody just before 2 PM by Bibb County Sheriff’s Deputies while seeking treatment for a head wound at Coliseum Northside Hospital in Macon.

Witness testimony is that victim James Taylor was upstairs in the home cooking when Rondu Burton began a verbal altercation with Taylor and attacked Taylor with a baseball bat. Taylor was able to get the bat away from Burton. Burton then produced a hand gun as the physical struggle continued. Taylor attempted to defend himself at this point by striking Burton in the head with the bat. Burton shot Taylor once in the chest and left the residence.

Burton was treated for non life threatening injuries and transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex where he will be held and charged with murder.

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division is in charge of the on-going investigation

SUPPLEMENTAL

Denise Pearl Dunn, age 27, of 1039 McCall Circle was arrested by Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators Monday evening and charged with making false statements.

Dunn is the girlfriend of murder suspect Rondu Burton. Dunn originally stated to Bibb investigators during an interview that she was not present at 1039 McCall Circle during the altercation and shooting. Investigative efforts revealed that she was indeed at the residence during the incident and that she in fact drove Burton to Macon Northside Hospital immediately after the shooting and prior to the arrival of authorities.

March 12, 2007

Bibb Sheriff’s CID Investigating Homicide

Bibb County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to 1039 McCall Circle at 1:23 PM this afternoon in reference to a shooting. The Macon Police Department had originally responded to the scene and discovered that the address was just outside the city limits.

Burton was treated for non life threatening injuries and transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex where he will be held and charged with murder.

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division is in charge of the on-going investigation.

March 12, 2007

Cause of Death Determined in Inmate’s Death

An inmate in the custody of the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex died at the Medical Center of Central Georgia Sunday after complaining of shortness of breath.

At approximately noon Sunday, Roderick Cornell Smith, age 31, complained of shortness of breath while in his cell. Medical personnel at the jail treated Smith until he was transported by ambulance to the Medical Center of Central Georgia. Roderick Smith was pronounced dead by the Bibb County Coroner’s Office at 12:57 PM.

Roderick Smith was placed in the custody of the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex on March 5, 2007 by the Macon Police Department. Smith was arrested on charges of aggravated stalking, battery, felony obstruction and criminal trespass family violence.

Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones announced today that Roderick Smith’s cause of death was a pulmonary embolism (blockage of the pulmonary artery). Coroner Jones states that in this case the blockage was caused by a blood clot.

March 11, 2007

Inmate Death at Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex

An inmate in the custody of the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex died at the Medical Center of Central Georgia today after complaining of shortness of breath.

At approximately noon today, Roderick Cornell Smith, age 31, complained of shortness of breath while in his cell. Medical personnel at the jail treated Smith until he was transported by ambulance to the Medical Center of Central Georgia. Roderick Smith was pronounced dead by the Bibb County Coroner’s Office at 12:57 PM. Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones stated that an autopsy will be scheduled for later to determine a cause of death.

Bibb deputies continue to look into the circumstances surrounding Smith’s death.

March 7, 2007

Bibb Sheriff’s Office Investigating South Macon area Shooting

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting which occurred at approximately 1 AM this morning in the area between Druid Place and Echols Place in South Macon. Carlton Smith age 43 of Druid Place told Bibb Sheriff’s Investigators that he confronted an unidentified black male in front of his home after noticing the suspect acting suspiciously. Smith stated that the unidentified suspect produced a handgun at which time Smith fled from the suspect on foot toward Echols Place. Smith states the unidentified suspect chased him, shot him in the leg then fled the area.

Carlton Smith was transported to the Medical Center of Central Georgia where he was treated for a single bullet wound to his right leg. He was listed in stable condition.

No detailed description of the suspect was immediately available.

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division has charge of the case. Anyone with information pertaining to this crime is asked to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at (478) 746-9441 or Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68-CRIME.

March 7, 2007

Bibb Sheriff’s CID Investigating Domestic/Homicide

Bibb County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to 116 Comer Terrace in Payne City at 12:27 AM this morning in reference to a domestic dispute. Upon arrival, Patrol Division Sgt. Chris Patterson discovered that 48 year old Teri Elizabeth Ogilvie had received fatal stab wounds during the dispute. The husband of the victim, Brian David Ogilvie age 54, was taken into custody at the residence and transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex where he is currently being held and is charged with murder. Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones pronounced Teri Ogilvie dead at the scene.

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division has charge of the case.

March 6, 2007

Bibb Traffic Fatality

An eighteen year old Bibb County woman was fatally injured this morning when her 1996 Nissan Altima left Bass Road, struck a power pole and overturned. Bibb County Sheriff’s dispatchers received the 911 call this morning at 7:41 AM.

Witnesses report that Brandi Lynch was east bound in the 700 block of Bass Road when her vehicle veered to the left and traveled along a steep shoulder before striking a driveway embankment and becoming airborne. The vehicle then struck a power pole located on the opposite side of the driveway and overturned. Ms. Lynch was pronounced dead at the scene by Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones.

The cause of the accident is still under investigation. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office
Fatal Accident Investigation Team (F.A.I.T.) has charge of the case.

March 5, 2007

Speed Zone Change for I-75 and I-475 Construction area

As of March 1, 2007, the Georgia Department of Transportation has changed the speed limit to 55 MPH in the entire construction zone of the I-75/ I-475 interchange project in Bibb County. The speed limit is posted at the beginning and ending of the construction zone and throughout its entirety. In order to protect the contractors working on this project, the Bibb County Sheriff’s Patrol Division will vigorously enforce the construction zone speed limit. It is our hope that this advanced notification will supplement our efforts to protect the lives of these workers as well as the motoring public. The project will not be completed until late 2010. Note that speeding violation convictions in construction zones are subject to increased fines as per Georgia Code Section O.C.G.A. § 40-6-188 (2006).

March 5, 2007

Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Offering Training for Teen Drivers and Parents

Is your teen’s life worth two hours of your time?

That’s the question Frankie Jones is asking of Bibb County parents who are preparing their 14, 15 and 16 year olds to drive. Jones, with the Georgia Traffic Injury Prevention Institute (GTIPI), is working with H.E.A.T. (Highway Enforcement of Aggressive Traffic) Unit of the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office to offer a two hour seminar for parents and teens called, “Georgia Teens Ride with P.R.I.D.E.” (Parents Reducing Incidents of Driver Error). GTIPI is a University of Georgia program funded by a grant from the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety.

A January 1, 2007 change in teen driving laws puts parents squarely in the passenger’s seat. It requires that teens applying for a permanent driver’s license must have a parent, legal guardian or responsible adult sign a verification form affirming that the candidate has completed either 40 hours of supervised driving experience or twenty hours if the candidate has successfully completed an approved driver education course.

“No parents surveyed reported that they felt adequately prepared to teach their teenager to drive. This course is designed to help fill this void. It will help parents and their new teen drivers learn what they need to do during those 40 hours of driving time,” says Frankie Jones, head of GTIPI’S Parent/Youth Program. “Our ultimate goal is to reduce the risk of youth related car crashes.”

The Georgia Teens Ride with P.R.I.D.E. classes are designed to accomplish the following tasks:

*Compliment the Bibb County driver education program

*Help parents and guardians become more aware of their own driving behaviors

*Teach parents and guardians how to help their teens become safe drivers

*Demonstrate to parents, guardians and teens how to get the most out of supervised practice driving time

*Develop positive attitudes and driving behaviors in novice teen drivers.

An evening seminar will be offered the second Wednesday of each month at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex located at 668 Oglethorpe Street in Macon. At least one parent or guardian must register for and attend classes with each teen student. For registration information contact Bibb County Sheriff’s Lt. Chip Wagner at (478) 621-5609 or by email at cwagner@co.bibb.ga.us. Applicants can also stop by the Sheriff’s Office Patrol Division and pick up a form. The Patrol Division is located in the Ray Wilkes Administration Building of the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex 668 Oglethorpe Street.

The Bibb County program is a part of a standardized course that is being offered statewide.

Bibb County Sheriff Jerry Modena said, “Bibb County is a suburban area which offers unique driving situations and problems for first time drivers. We are also pleased to be partnering with both GEICO and Georgia Farm Bureau insurance companies who have been very supportive of this project.”

January 20, 2007

Suspect Arrested in Family Violence Incident

Bibb County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to Smiley’s Flea Market 6717 Hawkinsville Road today at approximately 2:30 PM in reference to a male suspect attacking a woman.

Witnesses stated that Warwick Ammons, age 26, of Macon, attacked his ex-girlfriend while she held an infant. This occurred in front of the victim’s other child who is 8 years old. The victim reportedly fell to the ground during the attack while holding the infant. Neither child was injured. The victim declined medical treatment for apparent superficial injuries sustained during the attack.

Ammons left the scene prior to deputies’ arrival. However, after a lookout was issued and

his Cadillac Fleetwood was spotted by an off-duty Bibb Sheriff’s Patrolman on Interstate 16 shortly before 3 PM. Ammons did not immediately pull over for Sheriff’s Deputies when the traffic stop was initiated but did not attempt to elude them. Ammons was taken into custody when he stopped his vehicle on Spring Street shortly after 3 PM.

Warwick Ammons was transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex where he was booked on charges of simple battery family violence and child cruelty.

January 18, 2007

Burglary Suspects Arrested After Pursuit and Search

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office received a call today at 10:23 AM from a woman babysitting in a home located in the 6700 block of Thomaston Road near Rainey Road.

Two suspicious white males driving a white Ford Explorer had approached the home and knocked on different doors of the home. The woman did not respond to the knocks and instead dialed 911 when the two males retrieved a sledge hammer from their vehicle and again approached the house. The suspects dropped the sledge hammer and fled in their vehicle apparently after hearing the child inside the home.

Bibb County Sheriff’s Patrolmen arrived within minutes and were searching the area when the vehicle was spotted pulling into a side road near by. The suspects abandoned the vehicle and fled on foot into a wooded area. Evidence found in the abandoned Ford Explorer, which had been stolen from Perry earlier in the day, lead investigators to discover a second burglary which had occurred in the immediate area.

Within minutes of starting a search, Benjamin Tyler Tipton, Age 17 of Lake Street in Macon, was found hiding near a home and taken into custody. Approximately two hours later, James David Miller age 24, who has lived in both Macon and Cochran, was apprehended by Deputy Mike Thomas in a wooded area near the 1600 block of Rainey Road. Both suspects were transported to the Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex. Benjamin Tipton is charged with two counts of burglary. James Miller, in addition to facing burglary charges, is being held and will be charged with 5 outstanding Bibb County warrants including theft by receiving stolen auto, traffic charges and false information. Miller also has outstanding felony warrants in other jurisdictions.

January 5, 2007

Aggravated Assault

Bibb Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to the 100 block of Bobby Jones Blvd on Thursday, January 4^th at approximately 9:50 PM reference a disturbance. Upon arrival, deputies discovered that 19 year old Jeremy Ashley of Macon had been shot in the chest area during an altercation there and was transported to the Medical Center of Central Georgia in a private vehicle.

Mr. Ashley underwent surgery shortly after 10 PM on Thursday. His condition was described as critical as of 9 AM on Friday January 5^th.

According to witnesses, persons of interest in the shooting left the scene in a 1996 black Ford Expedition with silver stripes on the side. The vehicle was occupied by two black males at the time. One of the occupants was wearing military type fatigues. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division has charge of the case.

Harford County Sheriff’s Office

Office of Media and Public Relations

NEWS RELEASE Murder Suspect, Kyvelle Martin Apprehended in Georgia

Charged with Drug and Handgun Possessions

(Bel Air, MD – December 29, 2006) - - The Harford County Sheriff’s Office received word from the Bibb County, (Georgia) Sheriff’s Office late Thursday evening that they had arrested Kyvelle Jamaas Martin on local drug and handgun charges.

Martin, 22, who managed to elude capture for five months, was wanted for the first degree murder of Kevin Harold Rowlette, age 20 of Edgewood. Rowlette was shot in the face on July 12, 2006 following an alleged dispute between Martin and the victim in the 1800 block of Brookside Drive Edgewood, MD.

Narcotics investigators from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office acting on a drug tip approached Martin while on the street in the city limits of North Macon, Georgia. A scuffle ensued and Martin was able to get free. After a lengthy foot chase through a business district and apartment complex Martin was captured. Found on Martin’s person at the time of his arrest was an ounce of marijuana, approximately 100 ecstasy pills, an ounce of cocaine and over $1000 in cash. A search warrant was executed at Martin’s apartment that recovered a revolver and a semi-automatic handgun.

Martin was charged with possession with intent to distribute marijuana, cocaine trafficking, felony obstruction, and possession of drugs within 100 feet of a drug free zone. He currently being held at the Bibb County Jail without bond on local charges and awaiting extradition procedures to determine when he will be returned to Maryland.

Email: sdefoe@co.bibb.ga.us

September 30, 2007

On September 30 of 2007 Michael Lewis Clark age 51 of Cherry Street in Macon was driving north bound on I-75 near mile post 157 when he lost control of his vehicle. Clark’s female passenger was ejected from the vehicle and died from injuries sustained in the accident.

On September 30 of 2007 Michael Lewis Clark age 51 of Cherry Street in Macon was driving north bound on I-75 near mile post 157 when he lost control of his vehicle. Clark’s female passenger was ejected from the vehicle and died from injuries sustained in the accident.

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April 27th, 2008

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April 14, 2008

Traffic Stop Results in Weapons Arrest

January 24, 2008

Bibb Sheriff’s Narcotics and Vice Unit Drug Arrest

October 18, 2007

Student Injured in Pedestrian Accident

The student was transported to the Medical Center of Central Georgia by Mid Georgia Ambulance. The injuries are not believed to be serious or life threatening. Kimberly Wynes was cited at the scene for failure to stop for a school bus. The accident remains under investigation.

October 11, 2007

Traffic Accident with Injuries

Patrolmen from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office were summoned to an accident which occurred shortly before 1 PM this afternoon on Hawkinsville Road in South Bibb County between Walden and Feagin Roads.

Ms. Holloway was wearing her seat belt and received minor injuries in the crash. She was transported to the Medical Center of Central Georgia from the scene.

September 17, 2007

H.E.A.T. UNIT ROLL-OUT

“BAT”-TRAILER RIBBON CUTTING

April 5, 2007

Temporary Road Closure: Tanker Truck Overturned in South Bibb

Medical Staff Member Assaulted at Bibb Law Enforcement Complex

GBI issues Toxicology Results for Drowning Victims

Burglary Suspect Apprehended in East Bibb

Bibb Deputies Capture Suspect in attempted Carjacking

Bibb Sheriff’s CID Investigating Homicide

SUPPLEMENTAL

Bibb Sheriff’s CID Investigating Homicide

Cause of Death Determined in Inmate’s Death

Inmate Death at Bibb County Law Enforcement Complex

Bibb Sheriff’s Office Investigating South Macon area Shooting

Bibb Sheriff’s CID Investigating Domestic/Homicide

Bibb Traffic Fatality

Speed Zone Change for I-75 and I-475 Construction area

Is your teen’s life worth two hours of your time?

Suspect Arrested in Family Violence Incident

Burglary Suspects Arrested After Pursuit and Search

Aggravated Assault

Office of Media and Public Relations

NEWS RELEASE Murder Suspect, Kyvelle Martin Apprehended in Georgia

Charged with Drug and Handgun Possessions

April 27^th, 2008