Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Friday, April 10, 2026:
April is Pet First Aid Awareness Month, and the American Red Cross is encouraging pet owners to take advantage of free tools that can help them respond quickly when a dog or cat faces an emergency.
Rome Police are investigating after a 6-year-old child was shot Wednesday afternoon, April 8, 2026, near the intersection of East 13th Street and Crane Street in the John Graham Homes area.
According to Rome Police, officers responded shortly after 3:08 p.m. to reports of shots fired. When they arrived, they found a 6-year-old boy suffering from a gunshot wound to the right leg. The child was transported to a local hospital and is currently listed in stable condition.
Investigators say preliminary information indicates the child was not the intended target. Police believe the shots were fired from a moving vehicle.
The case remains an active and ongoing investigation. Rome Police are asking anyone with information, video footage, or who may have witnessed anything in the area to call 9-1-1 immediately, noting that even the smallest detail could be critical.
Additional information will be released as it becomes available.
A Summerville man was arrested and jailed in Rome following a traffic stop at the intersection of Georgia 140 and Floyd Springs Road, according to reports from law enforcement.
Authorities identified the man as Jason Matthew Reece, 31, of Summerville. Officers said the stop was initiated after they observed Reece failing to maintain his lane of travel, prompting them to pull the vehicle over.
During the investigation, officers determined that Reece was allegedly driving under the influence of methadone and alcohol.
As a result of the stop, Reece was taken into custody and charged with DUI, reckless driving, and failure to maintain lane.
In recognition of Financial Literacy Month, The Auto Club Group Foundation says it has already awarded $50,000 in financial literacy grants in 2026, continuing its investment in programs that help individuals and families build stronger money-management skills.
Floyd County leaders have approved a contract to begin stabilizing the Historic Floyd County Courthouse after the March 23 fire, marking a major step toward eventually reopening parts of downtown Rome, including Fifth Avenue.
Low-flying aircraft will be seen across Northwest Georgia, including Chattooga County, as the U.S. Department of Agriculture begins distributing oral rabies vaccine baits to help prevent the spread of raccoon rabies. The baiting effort is scheduled to take place from April 7 through April 15 as part of a larger cooperative program involving USDA Wildlife Services, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Georgia Department of Public Health, and other agencies.
Walker State Prison in Rock Spring recently hosted a family open house event designed to give offenders an opportunity to spend meaningful time with their loved ones while also highlighting the programs and services available at the facility. The event gave family members a closer look at the prison’s rehabilitation efforts and its broader mission of encouraging accountability, personal growth, and stronger family ties.
Georgia lawmakers have passed a controversial bill that could allow property owners to take legal action against local governments over homeless encampments and immigration enforcement policies.
A last-minute bill passed by Georgia lawmakers could bring major changes to how school zone speed cameras operate across the state.