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…
Teen Critically Injured in Accidental Shooting at Valdosta…
VALDOSTA — A 14-year-old was critically injured in an accidental shooting at a Valdosta apartment complex. Release: A 14-year-old juvenile was seriously injured during an accidental shooting. On May 15, 2026, at 12:45 pm. Valdosta…
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…
Citizens Against Violence Ministry unveils new Soul Patrol…
Photo: Citizens Against Violence Ministry and the Valdosta Police Department at the dedication ceremony to unveil the new Soul Patrol cars. Release: On Thursday, November 11, 2021, the Citizens Against Violence Ministry held a ceremony…
Azalea City Women’s Club Honors Manahan
VALDOSTA - On behalf of the Azalea City Women's Club, Ms. Jeanette Coody presented Chief Leslie Manahan a plaque in recognition of her being the first female police chief for the Valdosta Police Department.
Commander Leslie Manahan Appointed as VPD Police Chief
VALDOSTA - Valdosta Police Department Interim Chief Leslie Manahan has been appointed Chief of Police, effective March 1. Originally from Marietta, Georgia, Manahan moved to Valdosta in 1990 to attend Valdosta State University and graduated in 1994 with a Bachelor’s…
Commander Leslie Manahan Appointed Interim Police Chief
VALDOSTA - Valdosta Police Department Commander Leslie Manahan has been appointed Interim Chief following the retirement of Chief Brian Childress, effective September 1. Originally from Marietta, Georgia, Manahan moved to Valdosta in 1990 to attend…