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According to Floyd County Jail records, 34-year-old Kevante Lamar Baldwin of Turner Street in Summerville was taken into custody Saturday following a traffic stop in the area of North Second Avenue and West Third Street in Rome.

Arrest reports indicate Baldwin was charged with DUI after authorities determined he was over the legal limit for alcohol.

Baldwin was later released from custody after posting bond.

May 24, 2026

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Arrest Report – Sunday – March 24, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Sunday, March 24, 2026:

May 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Bethlehem, Georgia Man Arrested In Rome On Obscene Internet Contact Charges

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A 54-year-old Bethlehem, Georgia man was arrested in Rome after investigators say he sent obscene photos and messages to an undercover officer posing as a 14-year-old female.

According to reports, Kenneth Stephens Ray allegedly communicated with the undercover officer by text message on April 28 and April 29, 2026, believing he was speaking with a minor. Authorities say the messages included obscene images and sexually explicit comments.

Ray is charged with two counts of furnishing obscene materials to a minor and one count of obscene internet contact with a minor.

May 23, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Saturday – May 23, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, May 23, 2026:

May 22, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Friday – May 22, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Friday, May 22, 2026:

May 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Thursday – May 21, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Thursday, May 21, 2026:

May 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Traffic Stop In Gore Leads To Drug Arrest

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A traffic stop near Gore earlier this month resulted in a drug arrest, according to the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office.

Deputies say 41-year-old Gary Lee Parker was arrested on May 14th and charged with possession of Schedule I drugs following a stop on Highway 27 near the Gore Fire Hall Road area.

According to the incident report, a deputy observed a vehicle traveling erratically and initiated a traffic stop after the vehicle crossed the center line multiple times. During the stop, authorities reported that Parker appeared extremely nervous and showed signs of possible impairment.

A subsequent search of the vehicle allegedly uncovered suspected THC wax, suspected marijuana, THC vape cartridges, and drug paraphernalia.

Parker was transported to the Chattooga County Jail without further incident.

May 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Man Arrested Following Shoplifting Incident

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A Summerville man was arrested earlier this month following a reported shoplifting incident at a local convenience store, according to the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office.

Deputies say 36-year-old Cody Lee Vickers was charged with theft by shoplifting after allegedly taking several items from a store on Highway 27 without paying.

According to the incident report, a deputy responded after receiving a complaint about a male suspect matching Vickers’ description leaving the store with merchandise. Authorities say the suspect was later located walking nearby and was taken into custody without further incident.

The report states the stolen items included cigarettes, Mountain Dew, and several other products allegedly concealed inside a jacket pocket.

Vickers was transported to the Chattooga County Jail following the arrest.