Georgia sheriffs give back to community for Christmas
This is the time of year that many law enforcement agencies step up to support families in their communities, especially with gifts for children in need.
'If it sounds too good to be true, it usually is!' Spalding County sheriff warns against fake checks
“Look what I got in the mail today!” Sheriff Darrell Dix's Facebook post read. “Instant Christmas money for no reason at all!”
Deputies: Missing 14-year-old Spalding County girl found safely
Deputies say 14-year-old Alexandria Elizabeth Nelson was last seen around the Chester Woods Court area and was wearing a black jacket and gray sweatpants.
17 arrested, 4 wanted in Spalding County narcotics investigation
Spalding County Sheriff Darrell Dix said investigators found nearly 11 pounds of methamphetamine, 21 guns, about 250 prescription pills, two pounds of marijuana, 20 ounces of GHB, four cars and $17,096.17 in cash.
Four victims found in drive-by shooting, may be gang-related, police say
On Monday, Griffin police discovered a vehicle of four victims in a drive-by shooting. Two of those victims were shot multiple times, according to officials.
Spalding County investigators searching for supposed vape thief
Do you recognize this man? Spalding County investigators said he's wanted for a recent theft, and they need help identifying him.
18-year-old arrested for double shooting in 'drug deal gone bad,' deputies say
Keondra Hunter, 18, is accused of shooting one man in the face and another in the neck during a “drug deal that went bad.”
More questions than answers in shooting inside vehicle in Spalding County
One was treated and released. The other was taken to an Atlanta-area hospital where they remained on Tuesday. The names of both have not been released.
Suspect arrested after authorities advise people to 'shelter in place' during manhunt
The Spalding County Sheriff's Office said deputies were searching for a suspect who fled from them on Moreland Road.
Officials Spalding County teen missing for over a year, could be in Atlanta
It's been over a year and a half since 17-year-old Kelsea Taylor was last seen and officials say she may be somewhere near Atlanta or Panama City, Florida.
Operations Endless Consequences: Major gang bust in Butts County, dozens arrested
FOX 5 was with local police and state and federal agents as they made drug arrests associated with street gangs.
Spalding County deputy's home destroyed by flames; here's how to help
The Spalding County Sheriff's Office is calling on people to help a deputy and his family after they lost their home in a fire.
16 dogs found in 'deplorable conditions,' Griffin man charged with animal cruelty, police say
Griffin Animal Control said a Christopher Cromarte faces 16 counts of animal cruelty after officers found dogs stuffed in crates covered in urine and feces.
Free smoke alarm saves Griffin family from fire
A free smoke alarm installed in February just saved the lives of a family in the city of Griffin. The fire department says they can help you, too.
Daycare owner charged with multiple counts of child cruelty
Connie Pound, 61, has almost three dozen charges against her. The victims are all children who attended her daycare.
Forest Park community honors fallen deputy, longtime officer with candlelight vigil
He got his start on Forest Park’s police force at the age of 19, where he served for more than two decades.
Spalding County sheriff remembers veteran deputy killed by falling tree
Spalding County Sheriff's Deputy Jamie Reynolds was killed early Sunday morning after a large pine tree fell on his patrol car.
Spalding County deputy dies when tree falls on car, sheriff says
Spalding County Sheriff's Office Deputy Jamie Reynolds died in a patrol car Sunday morning when a tree fell and crushed it, Sheriff Darrell Dix said.
Griffin police searching for suspected porch pirate caught on doorbell camera
Do you recognize this suspected porch pirate? Police say he was caught on camera stealing as many packages as he could carry while wearing an "Old Guys Rule" t-shirt.
3 arrested for Spalding County pursuit known 'Ghost Face Gangsters,' sheriff says
Cameron Smith, 22, Raven Bulloch, 26, and Amber Long, 28, face a long list of charges and are known members of a gang, Spalding County Sheriff Darrell Dix says.