Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Friday, April 17, 2026:
A Summerville woman was arrested on a public intoxication charge following a disturbance call earlier this month, according to a report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office.
A Gaylesville, Alabama woman is facing felony charges after allegedly stealing merchandise from the Walmart in West Rome over multiple visits.
According to an arrest warrant, 32-year-old Brittany Ann Edwards, who was working as a third-party delivery driver at the time, is accused of failing to scan dozens of items while shopping inside the store.
Authorities say Edwards placed approximately 40 items in a cart without scanning them and then left the store. The incidents reportedly occurred on seven separate occasions between June 24 and July 14 of last year.
The total value of the merchandise exceeded $500.
Edwards has been charged with felony theft by shoplifting.
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Monday, April 13, 2026:
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Sunday, April 12, 2026:
A Chattooga County woman was arrested following a trespassing incident at the Menlo Handy Mart on Highway 48.
According to the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to the convenience store on April 3 after reports of a female subject on the property who had previously been warned not to return.
The suspect was identified as Kimberly Joyce Basham. Authorities say Basham had been trespassed from the business in the past but returned again, prompting the call to law enforcement.
Deputies made contact with Basham at the scene and took her into custody without incident. She was transported to the Chattooga County Jail and charged with criminal trespass.
A traffic stop in Summerville led to the arrest of a Summerville woman on drug-related charges.
According to reports, Summerville Police officers made contact with Barbara Ann Brock, 72, during a stop along Highway 114. Officers observed behavior consistent with drug use and conducted further investigation.
Authorities reported finding a substance believed to be methamphetamine, along with drug-related objects. Brock admitted to recent meth use and was taken into custody without incident.
She was charged with possession of methamphetamine and possession and use of drug-related objects. Her vehicle was released to a licensed driver, and the case remains active.
The Walker County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help as detectives investigate a burglary and theft at Saddle Ridge Elementary-Middle School in Rock Spring.
According to investigators, the incident happened sometime between March 27, 2026, and April 6, 2026, during spring break for Walker County Schools.
Authorities said someone entered the Forest Kindergarten building, located about 300 yards in front of the school, by removing a door hasp.
Once inside, the suspect or suspects reportedly destroyed or stole several items, including a ninja obstacle course, zip line, hammocks, cargo nets, and camping chairs.
The total value of the damaged and stolen property is estimated at $2,330.
Anyone with information is asked to send tips through the Walker County Sheriff’s Office website or call 706-638-1909.
Summerville Police are investigating a reported theft involving lost money at a Dollar Tree store in Summerville, with the incident reported on April 1, 2026.
According to the complainant, she discovered $100 missing after visiting the store and later contacted law enforcement.
Surveillance footage reviewed by store management reportedly showed a white male suspect picking up the cash after it was dropped and leaving the store. The suspect was described as wearing a blue shirt and gray shorts, and driving away in a gold Chevrolet C1500 pickup truck.
The complainant advised officers she wished to pursue charges. Authorities continue working to identify the suspect using video evidence.
A vehicle theft reported in Summerville is under investigation after a resident discovered her car missing from her property on Raymond Street.