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April 12, 2026

Georgia Officials Warn Of DDS Text Scam Targeting Drivers

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Georgia officials are warning residents to be on alert after a wave of scam text messages claiming to come from the Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS).

April 11, 2026

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Arrest Report – Saturday – April 11, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Saturday, April 11, 2026:

April 11, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Man Arrested After Alleged Lewd Acts Observed In Dalton

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A Summerville man has been arrested following an incident in Dalton where police say he was observed performing lewd acts inside his vehicle.

April 11, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Mailbox Removed During Demolition Prompts Police Report In Summerville

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Summerville Police responded to a complaint on April 8th regarding a missing mailbox at a property on Hinton Street.

According to the report, the complainant told officers that the mailbox had been removed around March 30th by a contractor working with the Georgia Department of Transportation. The resident also reported that some mail was missing.

The complainant stated he lives in a residence behind the former 180 Hinton Street location and had been sharing the mailbox with that property. He said the home at that address was recently purchased and demolished, and during that process, both the mailbox and the water line to his residence were affected.

The resident told officers he has attempted to contact GDOT about the situation but has not received a response. He requested a report be filed to document the incident.

April 11, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Woman Arrested For Criminal Trespass At Menlo Handy Mart

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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.

April 10, 2026

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Arrest Report – Friday – April 10, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Friday, April 10, 2026:

April 9, 2026

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6-Year-Old Shot Wednesday Afternoon in Rome Housing Area

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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.

April 9, 2026

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Arrest Report – Thursday – April 9, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Thursday, April 9, 2026:

April 9, 2026

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Information Sought In Burglary, Theft At Saddle Ridge School During Spring Break

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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.

April 9, 2026

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Chattooga County Announces Closures On Hair Lake Road And Spring Creek Road

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Chattooga County officials have announced two upcoming road closures tied to infrastructure projects, with work set to affect both Hair Lake Road and Spring Creek Road.