Hiawassee man sentenced to life for child molestation in 2 counties
A 32-year-old Hiawassee man has been sentenced for child molestation, according to Towns County Sheriff's Office.
Towns County volunteer firefighter arrested for fraud, forgery, GBI says
A Towns County volunteer firefighter was arrested on fraud charges following an investigation by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI).
Firefighter arrested for photographing twins' death scene on Bell Mountain, GBI says
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has charged a volunteer firefighter in connection with their investigation into the deaths of two twin brothers whose bodies were discovered on Bell Mountain.
Grieving family members suspect foul play in Bell Mountain deaths of twins
The brothers, both 19, of Lawrenceville, were discovered on March 8 at the top of Bell Mountain, according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation.
Twin brothers found dead on Bell Mountain in apparent murder-suicide
Authorities are investigating the deaths of twin brothers found at the top of Bell Mountain in what appears to be a murder-suicide.
Undocumented immigrant arrested in Towns County for battery
Faustina Diaz Perez, an undocumented immigrant, was arrested in Towns County for misdemeanor simple battery and three counts of felony obstruction of law enforcement.
Fake cop using black Dodge Charger in North Georgia, according to sheriff's office
Authorities are warning residents in several North Georgia counties to be on alert after reports of an individual impersonating a law enforcement officer and pulling over drivers.
Ex-Towns County deputy arrested for false report after alleged shooting
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) has arrested a former Towns County deputy for making false reports after he claimed he was shot during a traffic stop.
Towns County deputy shot in line of duty breaks silence as search for gunman continues
A north Georgia deputy recovering from gunshot wounds after a traffic stop turned violent is sharing his story from his hospital bed.
GBI looking for person who shot Towns County deputy early Friday morning
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) is investigating an aggravated assault on a Towns County sheriff’s deputy who was shot during a traffic stop early Friday morning.
3 arrested in separate drug-related incidents in Towns County
Towns County investigators made three arrests on Thursday during two separate incidents, both linked to drug activity.
17-year-old murder suspect sought by Towns County, could be in DeKalb
The Towns County Sheriff's Office is looking for a 17-year-old murder suspect named Anthony Freeman.
Fugitive inmate found after multi-day manhunt in Towns County
A Towns County jail trustee is back behind bars after he walked away from a work detail on Monday.
Hiawassee man wanted across state lines for stealing dozens of guns, illegal hunting arrested
The Hiawassee Police Department says a serial burglar responsible for the theft of dozens of guns is now behind bars thanks to a multi-law enforcement agency effort.
Meth, guns, cash found at Blairsville suspected drug dealer's house, deputies say
A suspected drug dealer from Blairsville was busted in Towns County during a traffic stop over the weekend.
Freeze Warning for extreme north Georgia; cold elsewhere overnight
Residents in Fannin, Union, and Towns Counties are bracing for a bout of cold weather as the National Weather Service has issued a Freeze Warning effective from 4 a.m. to 9 a.m. Friday.
Cause of death released for body found at High Shoals Falls
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has determined that the cause of death for the person found hanging near High Shoals Falls was suicide.
Ellijay teenager drowns on Lake Chatuge while duck hunting
An Ellijay man appears to have drowned while duck hunting in a remote section of Lake Chatuge on Nov. 18.
Man arrested in Towns County for possession of meth after drug investigation in Macedonia area
The Towns County Sheriff's Office recently concluded an investigation into suspected drug activity in the Macedonia area along Highway 288.
Hayesville woman arrested for felony possession of large amount of drugs
In connection with an investigation into a disturbance at a local business on Nov. 9, 31-year-old Billie Jean Eichholz-Howell of Hayesville has been charged with Driving Under the Influence of Drugs and Suspended Registration.