A 61 year old Atlanta woman was speaking with some acquaintances when they were told to move by police officers. When she turned and asked “Why?” she was reportedly placed in cuffs and taken to the police station. Charged with disorderly conduct, the woman and her friends state that police presence in their community has gone from one of peace makers to trouble makers. [Read more…]
No Indictment for Former Georgia Sherriff on Assault Charges
Former Ogelhtorpe County Sheriff William “Ray” Sanders is no longer looking at assault charges as a grand jury found there wasn’t enough evidence implicating him. His son in law, however, has been charged with assaulting a man on the incident that occurred May 15th of this year. [Read more…]
Richmond County Criminal Fines Creating Debtor’s Prison
For the most part, the Georgia criminal justice system takes income and economic ability into consideration when assessing fines and establishing payment plans. The Richmond County private probation system, however, has turned this fair practice on its head, leaving the poor struggling to stay afloat and those more fortunate, walking away unscathed. [Read more…]
Georgia Man Shot In Domestic Assault Incident
This past week an Augusta man was shot by police when he was found with a knife to the throat of his estranged wife. [Read more…]
Georgia Man Charged with Domestic Violence Against Mother/Daughter
A Union City man has been charged with stabbing a woman, his ex girlfriend, and her daughter this past week. [Read more…]
Atlanta Officials Seeking To Add Cameras For Crime Prevention
Lining up for Federal grant money intended for broadband expansion is Atlanta officials seeking to add about 500 surveillance cameras to street corners throughout the city. Some question the purpose and the effectiveness of these cameras, but officials point to the few dozen already in place and their reported positive impact. [Read more…]