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June 5, 2026

Arrest Report – Friday – June 5, 2026

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Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Friday, June 5, 2026:

June 5, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Sunny Weekend Ahead Before Summer Storm Chances Return Next Week

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Residents across Chattooga County and the surrounding counties of Northwest Georgia and Northeast Alabama can look forward to another stretch of pleasant early June weather through the weekend.

June 5, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

New River Information Kiosks Installed in Trion, Lyerly and Chattoogaville

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River enthusiasts now have access to new information kiosks designed to improve safety, navigation, and awareness along the Chattooga River.

June 5, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Dog Shooting Incident Reported in Summerville

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The Summerville Police Department is investigating an incident in which a dog was shot and later died from its injuries following a dispute between two Chattooga County residents.

June 5, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Community Yard Sale & BBQ Fundraiser Set for June 12-13 in Summerville

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Local residents will have an opportunity to enjoy great food, shop for bargains, and support a worthy cause during a Community Yard Sale and BBQ Fundraiser benefiting foster children and families in Chattooga County.

June 5, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Mentone Woman Loses $25,000 in Bitcoin Scam After Receiving Fraudulent Phone Calls

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The Summerville Police Department is investigating a fraud case after a woman reported losing $25,000 in a scheme involving callers who falsely claimed her bank account had been compromised.

June 5, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

GNTC, Floyd County Prison Partnership Opens Career Pathways for Offenders

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A partnership between Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) and Floyd County Prison is helping incarcerated individuals prepare for successful reentry into society through education and workforce training.

June 5, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Man Charged With DUI Following Traffic Stop

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A Summerville man faces multiple charges following a traffic stop conducted by the Summerville Police Department.

According to citations provided to WZQZ, Antonio Francisco Tomas, 37, of Summerville, was charged with Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol and Failure to Maintain Lane.

The citations indicate the incident occurred on Sixth Avenue within the city limits of Summerville. The reporting officer noted that Tomas was operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol and was considered less safe to drive. The citation states that a breath test showed a blood alcohol concentration above the legal limit.

A separate citation alleges that Tomas failed to maintain a single lane of travel and was involved in a vehicle accident while impaired.

The case is scheduled to be heard in Summerville Municipal Court at a later date.

June 5, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Recent Rains Bring Much-Needed Drought Relief to Northwest Georgia

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Weeks of steady rainfall have brought encouraging news for Northwest Georgia, helping ease drought conditions that have plagued the region for months.

June 5, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Early Voting Begins June 8 for June 16 Primary Runoff in Chattooga County

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Early voting for the June 16, 2026 Primary Runoff Election will begin Monday, June 8, and continue through Friday, June 12, according to the Chattooga County Registrar’s Office.