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Summerville Police responded to a Martin Street residence after a homeowner reported an attempted burglary in which he armed himself and went outside to investigate.

August 19, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

North Georgia EMC Warns Members About Disconnect Scam Calls And Texts

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North Georgia EMC is warning its members to be on alert for scam phone calls and text messages threatening to disconnect electric service.

August 18, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Tuesday – August 18, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Tuesday, August 18, 2026:

August 18, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Police Charge Driver With DUI Following Motorcycle Crash

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A motorcycle crash at the intersection of Highland Avenue and Commerce Street led to a DUI charge early Friday morning, according to the Summerville Police Department.

August 18, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Postal Carrier Bitten By Dog While Delivering Mail In Summerville

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A United States Postal Service employee was bitten by a dog while delivering mail at a Summerville residence last week, according to an incident report from the Summerville Police Department.

Officer Joshua Mitchell reported that he met with complainant Ethan York at the United States Postal Service on August 11 following the incident.

According to the report, York said he was delivering mail at a residence on Hinton Street when he approached the front door. As he reached the residence, a dog inside the home began barking.

York told police that the homeowner opened the front door to allow her dog outside. The report states that the dog ran toward York and bit him on the inside of his right leg, behind his right knee.

Police photographed the injury and provided York with information concerning the dog.

The Summerville Police Department report states that the dog was reported to be current on all required vaccinations through Summerville Veterinary Hospital.

No additional injuries or charges were listed in the incident narrative.

August 18, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Man Accused Of Threatening Pay-n-Tote Employee In Summerville

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Summerville Police responded to the Pay-n-Tote on Lyerly Highway last week after a man allegedly confronted an employee and made threatening statements, according to an incident report from the Summerville Police Department.

August 17, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Monday – August 17, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Monday, August 17, 2026: