Acworth man sentenced in connection with 2024 SWAT standoff
Jonathan Lee Patterson pleaded guilty to multiple charges in connection with a 2024 SWAT standoff.
Jonathan Lee Patterson pleaded guilty to multiple charges in connection with a 2024 SWAT standoff.
Acworth Walmart kidnapping case: All charges dropped
The Cobb County District Attorney entered a motion to drop the charges against Mahendra Patel on Wednesday, with the judge concurring.
The Cobb County District Attorney entered a motion to drop the charges against Mahendra Patel on Wednesday, with the judge concurring.
Dallas man, Acworth woman arrested after juvenile reports abuse
The Acworth Police Department has arrested two individuals in connection with a child sex crimes investigation that began on June 22.
The Acworth Police Department has arrested two individuals in connection with a child sex crimes investigation that began on June 22.
Hearing planned for man accused of Acworth Walmart kidnapping attempt
The Cobb County man is charged with kidnapping, assault, and more, but says that the Walmart's security footage shows that he didn't commit any crime.
The Cobb County man is charged with kidnapping, assault, and more, but says that the Walmart's security footage shows that he didn't commit any crime.
Whataburger opens new location in Acworth
The restaurant is now serving customers on Cobb Parkway near Mars Hill Road.
The restaurant is now serving customers on Cobb Parkway near Mars Hill Road.
Wellstar releases more on proposed $1B Acworth hospital
The hospital would also create more than 1,500, according to Wellstar.
The hospital would also create more than 1,500, according to Wellstar.
Missing North Carolina man with dementia safely located in Georgia after traffic stop
John Gullett Jr., a missing man with dementia from North Carolina, was safely found in Georgia after a traffic stop by Acworth police.
John Gullett Jr., a missing man with dementia from North Carolina, was safely found in Georgia after a traffic stop by Acworth police.
Acworth police officer saves man from choking
A man called 911 after choking on a water bottle cap, according to Acworth police. An Acworth police officer used a new tool to suction the cap out.
A man called 911 after choking on a water bottle cap, according to Acworth police. An Acworth police officer used a new tool to suction the cap out.
Wellstar Health announces plans to build hospital in Acworth
Wellstar Health System has filed a Letter of Intent to build a 230-bed hospital in Acworth, aiming to meet the area’s growing healthcare demands.
Wellstar Health System has filed a Letter of Intent to build a 230-bed hospital in Acworth, aiming to meet the area’s growing healthcare demands.
Acworth Walmart alleged kidnapping attempt: Suspect released from jail
A Cobb County man charged with attempted kidnapping appeared in court Tuesday morning, where a judge considered whether he should be granted bond.
A Cobb County man charged with attempted kidnapping appeared in court Tuesday morning, where a judge considered whether he should be granted bond.
Cobb County community leaders demand charges be dropped against accused Walmart kidnapper
The Cobb County Democratic Committee is advocating for the release of Mahendra Patel, a 56-year-old man charged with attempted kidnapping at a Walmart in Acworth. Despite their calls, the Cobb County District Attorney's Office has stated they will proceed with the case.
The Cobb County Democratic Committee is advocating for the release of Mahendra Patel, a 56-year-old man charged with attempted kidnapping at a Walmart in Acworth. Despite their calls, the Cobb County District Attorney's Office has stated they will proceed with the case.
Acworth Walmart kidnapping attempt: Video may prove man's innocence
A Cobb County man is in jail on charges of attempted kidnapping. His attorney says surveillance video shows he never tried to take the child, but was instead trying to help the mother.
A Cobb County man is in jail on charges of attempted kidnapping. His attorney says surveillance video shows he never tried to take the child, but was instead trying to help the mother.
Acworth police aware of 'partial' video of alleged Walmart kidnapping attempt
New details are emerging in the case of a man accused of trying to take a child from their mother at a Walmart in Acworth last month.
New details are emerging in the case of a man accused of trying to take a child from their mother at a Walmart in Acworth last month.
Acworth woman falls victim to $8,265 scam
The Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a felony theft by deception case.
The Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a felony theft by deception case.
Snapchat threat leads to arrest of Acworth student
A 17-year-old Acworth student was arrested for making terroristic threats.
A 17-year-old Acworth student was arrested for making terroristic threats.
Acworth attempted abduction: Family of toddler speaks out about Walmart incident
A Cobb County family is breathing a sigh of relief after a terrifying encounter inside a Walmart that ended with a 2-year-old boy safe and a suspect in custody.
A Cobb County family is breathing a sigh of relief after a terrifying encounter inside a Walmart that ended with a 2-year-old boy safe and a suspect in custody.
Kidnapping attempt thwarted at Acworth Walmart
Acworth police have arrested a man accused of trying to snatch a child away from their mother at a Walmart.
Acworth police have arrested a man accused of trying to snatch a child away from their mother at a Walmart.
THC found in toddler's system: Cobb County daycare worker arrested; state launches probe
A daycare worker in Acworth has been arrested after investigators say a toddler was exposed to a cannabis product.
A daycare worker in Acworth has been arrested after investigators say a toddler was exposed to a cannabis product.
Hundreds in Acworth take polar plunge for Special Olympics
There were plenty of squeals and laughs Saturday morning at Cauble Park in Acworth where about 300 law enforcement officers from across metro Atlanta took part in a polar plunge.
There were plenty of squeals and laughs Saturday morning at Cauble Park in Acworth where about 300 law enforcement officers from across metro Atlanta took part in a polar plunge.
Acworth man charged with sexual exploitation of North Carolina 13-year-old, police say
Police say the Acworth man is facing multiple charges in Georgia and remains under investigation in North Carolina after meeting a minor on Snapchat.
Police say the Acworth man is facing multiple charges in Georgia and remains under investigation in North Carolina after meeting a minor on Snapchat.