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April 11, 2026

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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Summerville Woman Arrested On Methamphetamine Charges Following Traffic Stop

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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.

April 9, 2026

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Summerville Man Jailed In Rome Following DUI Traffic Stop

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A Summerville man was arrested and jailed in Rome following a traffic stop at the intersection of Georgia 140 and Floyd Springs Road, according to reports from law enforcement.

Authorities identified the man as Jason Matthew Reece, 31, of Summerville. Officers said the stop was initiated after they observed Reece failing to maintain his lane of travel, prompting them to pull the vehicle over.

During the investigation, officers determined that Reece was allegedly driving under the influence of methadone and alcohol.

As a result of the stop, Reece was taken into custody and charged with DUI, reckless driving, and failure to maintain lane.

April 9, 2026

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Vehicle Reported Stolen From Raymond Street In Summerville

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A vehicle theft reported in Summerville is under investigation after a resident discovered her car missing from her property on Raymond Street.

April 8, 2026

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Arrest Report – Wednesday – April 8, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Wednesday, April 8, 2026:

April 8, 2026

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Traffic Stop Leads To Drug Arrest In Mountain View Area

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A routine traffic stop in the Trion area last Saturday night led to multiple charges, including a felony drug arrest, according to a report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office.

April 8, 2026

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Chattooga County EMA/E-911 Hiring Full-Time Communications Officers

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Chattooga County EMA and E-911 is now hiring full-time Communications Officers, offering an opportunity to serve on the front lines of public safety.