VALDOSTA — The Quality of Life Association celebrates black history month with a narrated living timeline showcasing many famous Black history figures of yesterday and today. The fundraising event titled, “All Shades Art Exhibit and…
VPD conducts crime suppression enforcement detail
VALDOSTA - Valdosta Police Department makes multiple arrests during a crime suppression enforcement detail. Release: Arrested 1: Iam Lewis, African American male 19 years of age, Valdosta residentArrested 2: Randy Lamar, African American male 36…
VPD investigates traffic accident involving bicyclist
VALDOSTA - The Valdosta Police Department is investigating a traffic accident involving the death of a bicyclist on N. Ashley Street. Release: On March 7, 2024, at approximately 10:50 am., Valdosta Police Officers responded to…
VPD launches S.A.Y.V.E. initiative program
VALDOSTA - The Valdosta Police Department launches a comprehensive week-long program Stand Against Youth Violence Education initiative. Release: The Valdosta Police Department (VPD) is proud to announce the launch of the Stand Against Youth Violence…
VPD makes arrest in Valdosta homicide death investigation
VALDOSTA - The Valdosta Police Department has arrested a 59-year-old male in connection to the homicide of a Valdosta man. Release: Arrested: John Paul Battle, African American male 59 years of age, Valdosta residentVictim: Collies…
VPD arrests two men, 12-year-old juvenile for discharging…
VALDOSTA - Two men and a 12-year-old juvenile was arrested by VPD for discharging of a firearm after reports of gunfire by numerous citizens. Release: Arrested 1: Howard McArthur, African American male, 20 years of…
14-year-old juvenile arrested by VPD for motor vehicle…
VALDOSTA - A 14-year-old juvenile male from Valdosta was arrested by VPD for motor vehicle theft and resisting arrest. Release: Arrested: Juvenile Male, 14 years of age, Valdosta resident On February 27, 2024, at approximately…
VPD arrests 16-year-old male for discharging of a…
VALDOSTA - Valdosta police arrested a 16-year-old juvenile male for discharging a firearm after reports from citizens. Release: Arrested: Juvenile Male, 16 years of age, Valdosta resident On February 27, 2024, at approximately 9:15 pm.,…
VPD Lieutenant named Officer of the Year
VALDOSTA - Valdosta Police Department Lieutenant has been recognized with the Officer of the Year award. Release: The Valdosta Police Department proudly announces that Lieutenant Vincent Altobello has been honored with the prestigious Officer of…