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July 19, 2026

Arrest Report – Sunday – July 19, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Sunday, July 19, 2026:

July 19, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Cherokee County Alabama Lieutenant Appointed Secretary of National School Resource Officer Association

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Cherokee County, Alabama Sheriff’s Office Lieutenant Jordan Kelley has been appointed secretary of the National Association of School Resource Officers, giving the local agency representation in a national school-safety leadership role.

July 17, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Arrest Report – Friday – July 17, 2026

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

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

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 14, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Allen Considering Moratorium on Tiny Home and Container Home Developments in Chattooga County

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Chattooga County Sole Commissioner Andy Allen says he is considering a temporary moratorium on certain tiny home, container home and other non-traditional development projects while the county reviews how those projects should be regulated in the future.