THOMASVILLE, Ga. - Thomas County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man on multiple drug charges after it was discovered that he was using a pill press to make fake Xanax, according to WALB. According to the…
Former Georgia Probation Officer Arrested on Sexual Misconduct…
CONYERS — Former probation officer Michael Smith faces three felony charges related to alleged misconduct involving a probationer. Release: Conyers, GA (June 2, 2026) – The GBI has arrested and charged Michael Smith, 54, of Covington,…
GBI investigating fatal officer-involved shooting at Kennesaw mall
COBB CO. — Authorities say the shooting followed a reported shoplifting incident at a Cobb County mall. Release: Cobb County, GA (May 27, 2026) - At the request of the Cobb County Police Department (CCPD), GBI…
Former Pendergrass city administrator arrested by GBI
PENDERGRASS — The GBI arrested former Pendergrass Administrator Robert Russell on theft and false statement charges. Release: Pendergrass, Jackson County, GA (May 28, 2026) – The GBI has arrested and charged former City of Pendergrass Administrator…
GBI Arrests Former Ware County Jailer
WAYCROSS — The GBI arrested a former Ware County jailer accused of assaulting a female inmate. Release: Waycross, GA (May 22, 2026) – The GBI has arrested and charged Shacondra Ashley Minor, age 33, of Ware…
Murphy Woman Found Dead in North Georgia Lake
HIAWASSEE — Authorities are investigating after a woman’s body was discovered near a dock on Lake Chatuge. Release: Hiawassee, GA (May 11, 2026) – The GBI is investigating the death of Shelley Lynn Dietrich, age 59,…
Teen Arrested After Pointing Airsoft Gun at Valdosta…
VALDOSTA — Valdosta police arrested a juvenile accused of threatening an officer with an airsoft gun and sharpened stick. Release: A 16-year-old juvenile is arrested for aggravated assault on a police officer, when he points…
One Dead, Three Injured in Valdosta Shooting
LOWNDES — A suspect is in custody after a shooting at J Boys Travel Center left one dead and multiple injured. Release: Incident date – 05-03-2026 Time of incident – Approximately 1145 AM The Lowndes…
Former Baldwin Assistant Chief Arrested by GBI
BALDWIN — The GBI arrested former Baldwin Assistant Chief Justin Ferguson on theft and oath violation charges. Released: Baldwin, Habersham County, GA (April 24, 2026) – The GBI has arrested and charged Justin Ferguson, age 41,…