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July 16, 2026

Woman Cited for Public Intoxication After Report of Looking Into Vehicles in Summerville

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A Summerville woman was cited for public intoxication after police responded to reports of suspicious behavior near the intersection of Kirby Street and Bellah Avenue.

According to a citation issued by the Summerville Police Department, officers encountered Adrianna Nicole Jones, 30, of Summerville, at approximately 2:20 a.m. on July 14.

The citation states officers observed Jones in the area of Kirby Street and Bellah Avenue after reports that she had been looking into and through the windows of vehicles. A witness reportedly told police Jones was staggering and “didn’t appear normal.”

According to the officer’s narrative, Jones admitted she had consumed approximately half a bottle of wine. The report further states that officers detected the odor of an alcoholic beverage on her person and observed that she was unsteady on her feet.

Jones was issued a citation for Public Intoxication under Summerville City Ordinance 38-140. She is scheduled to appear in Summerville Municipal Court on Sept. 15 at 5:00 p.m.

As with all criminal charges and citations, the allegations contained in the citation are accusations, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.

July 16, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Woman Arrested After Allegedly Driving on Suspended License and Fleeing Traffic Stop in Menlo

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A Menlo woman is facing multiple charges after deputies say she drove away from a traffic stop despite being told she was under arrest.

July 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Wednesday – July 15, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Wednesday, July 15, 2026:

July 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Traffic Stop Leads to Methamphetamine Arrest in Summerville

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A routine traffic stop in Summerville resulted in the arrest of a Chattooga County man on methamphetamine charges after deputies reportedly discovered suspected drugs and drug paraphernalia inside his vehicle.

July 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Man Arrested After Deputy Recognizes Suspended Driver’s License During Menlo Traffic Stop

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A Chattooga County man was arrested July 8 after a sheriff’s deputy recognized him during a traffic stop and determined he was driving with a suspended license.

According to an incident report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office, Chase David Slater, 20, was charged with Driving While License Suspended or Revoked (Misdemeanor).

The report states Deputy Justin Claxton was patrolling the area of Highway 48 near the Menlo Ballfields at approximately 4:18 p.m. on July 8 when he observed a white Dodge Durango with a cracked windshield. The deputy reported recognizing the driver from previous encounters and knew Slater’s Georgia driver’s license had been suspended.

After initiating a traffic stop, the deputy made contact with Slater, who reportedly acknowledged that he knew his license was suspended.

Based on that admission and the deputy’s prior knowledge, Slater was taken into custody without incident. He was transported to the Chattooga County Jail, and the vehicle was released to its registered owner, according to the report.

July 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Nearly 30 DUI Cases Dismissed Following Georgia State Patrol ‘PIT for Pay’ Investigation

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Nearly 30 drunken driving cases in coastal Georgia have been dismissed after four former Georgia State Patrol troopers failed to appear in court following their termination in an investigation into what has become known as the “PIT for Pay” scandal.

July 14, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Tuesday – July 14, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Tuesday, July 14, 2026:

July 14, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Resident Reports Vehicle Keyed While Away From Home

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A Summerville man reported that his vehicle was intentionally damaged while it was parked outside his apartment, according to a report from the Summerville Police Department.

Police responded to 50 Saratoga Way, Apartment A20, at approximately 8:19 p.m. on June 29 after Garry Lovingood, 63, requested to file a report about his vehicle being keyed.

According to the incident report, Lovingood told Officer J. Pledger he discovered the damage after returning from out of town and believes it occurred while his 2011 white Nissan Murano was parked in the apartment complex parking lot. He said he did not know who may have been responsible and declined to identify any possible suspects because he was uncertain.

Officer Pledger documented the damage, photographed the vehicle, and noted in the report that the scratch appeared to be fresh. Police also advised Lovingood that officers would conduct extra patrols in the area.

The incident was documented as non-criminal damage to a vehicle, and no suspects have been identified.

July 13, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Monday – July 13, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Monday, July 13, 2026:

July 13, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Coroner Warns Families About Funeral Home Impersonation Scam

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The Chattooga County Coroner’s Office is warning residents about a scam targeting grieving families following the death of a loved one.

In a public alert, Coroner Jeremy A. McElhaney said scammers are posing as funeral home employees after monitoring online obituaries. The scammers then contact family members and demand immediate payment, falsely claiming to represent the funeral home handling funeral arrangements.

McElhaney urged anyone receiving such a call not to provide any personal or financial information. Instead, he advises families to hang up and contact their funeral home directly using a trusted phone number to verify whether the call is legitimate.

“I personally know the owner/operators of all three Chattooga County funeral homes and can assure you that is not the way they conduct business,” McElhaney said.

Residents are encouraged to share the warning to help prevent others from becoming victims of the scam.