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Shooting investigation underway in parking lot of Burton convenience store
An investigation into shots fired in the parking lot of a convenience store in Burton is underway Friday morning.
SPD investigating after body found at the 37th St. Connector off I-16
The Savannah Police Department is investigating after a body was found at the 37th Street Connector off of Interstate-16.
Wayne Co. Sheriff’s Office, GBI investigating death on Oglethorpe Rd.
The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a death on Oglethorpe Road.
Brooklet man charged with rape turns himself in
A Brooklet man has been arrested on rape charges from an incident that happened in July 2020.
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Two killed in Camden house fire, officials investigating
The fire occurred on the 1600 block of Lyttleton Street shortly after 5 a.m.
Over 20 cars broken into in Ardsley Park early Saturday morning
Several residents in the Ardsley Park neighborhood woke up to find their cars broken into Saturday morning.
Savannah Police investigate deadly stabbing at 39th, Live Oak streets
The Savannah Police Department is investigating a homicide near the intersection of 39th and Live Oak streets.
Savannah, Chatham Co. Police file charges against man for impersonating an officer
Both Savannah Police and Chatham County Police are urging anyone who thinks they may have had contact with Donald Williams, Jr. while he was impersonating an officer to report it.
Beaufort man wanted for kidnapping, burglary
Investigators with the Beaufort Police Department are searching for a man who is wanted for Kidnapping and Burglary.
Former Bulloch Co. deputy sentenced for possession of child pornography
A former Bulloch County sheriff’s deputy has been sentenced to federal prison for possession of child pornography.
Former SC U.S. Attorney explains possible charges for crimes on Capitol Hill
Former South Carolina U.S. Attorney Pete Strom says the federal law is broad and allows people to be charged for crimes particularly in conspiracies that begin in one place and end in another.
Aspiring rapper admits to fires at SC governor’s rental homes
A judge sentenced 23-year-old Frank Wilberding to the more than 600 days he has spent in the Richland County jail awaiting trial on arson and other charges.
7-month-old kidnapped in Long Co. found in safe condition; suspect in custody
A 7-month-old that was kidnapped in Long County was located in safe condition in Statesboro on Thursday, according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation.
Sex offender arrested, charged for kidnapping 11-year-old girl
The deputy found the girl inside a wrecked vehicle with 63-year-old Charles Hargett.
Update: 4 arrested in Jeff Davis Co. homicide
All of these charges stem from the Jan. 4 shooting death of Marcos Ramirez, 54, the GBI reported.
Savannah Police investigating string of car break-ins in Magnolia Park
The Savannah Police Department is reporting a spike in car break-ins in one neighborhood.
Chatham Co. officer fired after arrest on sexual assault charges
A Chatham County Police Department officer has been fired after he was arrested on sexual assault charges involving a minor.
Savannah couple nearly hit by falling bullet during New Year’s celebrations
Standing on the deck of their home off Victory Drive the Steinmet family heard a loud noise & looked down only to see a bullet lodged in the deck between them. A bullet Chris Steinmet now calls his lucky charm.
Savannah Police investigating fatal shooting on W. Julian St.
Savannah police investigating shooting on New Year's Day.
Bluffton Police investigating after shots fired at house on Simmonsville Road
The Bluffton Police Department is investigating after shots were fired at a home on Simmonsville Road.
Vandalism reported at Guido Gardens in Metter
Someone vandalized and stole from a beloved South Georgia landmark in Metter.
GBI investigating claims of sexual criminal misconduct by the Jesup police chief
The Georgia Bureau of Investigations has confirmed it is looking into allegations made against the Jesup Police Department chief.
Savannah Police Department says aggravated assault suspect has been arrested
UPDATE: The suspect, Micah Bryan Latson, has been arrested, according to the Savannah Police Department.
Savannah Police Department investigating shooting on Eagle Street
The Savannah Police Department is investigating a shooting in West Savannah.
Two parents killed in domestic shooting in Sylvania
Investigators in Screven County say we may never know what prompted a domestic shooting that left two parents dead.
Scam suspect arrested by Chatham County Police
UPDATE: A suspect wanted for an online scam was arrested Monday by the Chatham County Police Department.
Police chase leads to manhunt after crash
Georgia State Patrol is searching for one person Monday morning after a chase last night.
Police investigate murder of Vidalia teen
Workers demolishing a home in Vidalia on Wednesday found a body.
4 charged in connection to October shooting on White Bluff Road that injured a child
Four people have now been charged in connection to a shooting that injured a 5-year-old in October.
Juvenile struck by bullet while in vehicle on White Bluff Road
The Savannah Police Department is investigating after a juvenile was hit by gunfire while on White Bluff Road.
Suspect charged in homicide on West 34th Lane
The Savannah Police Department says they’ve arrested a suspect in a December 11th homicide.
Ga. Department of Corrections investigating inmate death in Reidsville
The Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) is investigating after an inmate died at Georgia State Prison in Reidsville.
2 Statesboro women charged with elder abuse
Two Statesboro women face charges after police say they signed on to care for a senior citizen just to receive his Social Security. Police say the crime is more and more common.
Savannah Police investigating shooting after victim found on Tulip Street
A male teenage shooting victim was located by police on Tulip Street on Tuesday, Dec. 22.
Suspect arrested on murder charges in connection with Dec. 12 shooting
A teenager has been arrested and charged with murder.
Estill Police arrest woman wanted for fraud
The Estill Police Department has arrested a woman who is wanted for financial card fraud.
WTOC Investigates: Stolen guns connected to violent crime in Savannah
The sounds of gunshots and neighbors ducking for cover. It’s a scene that’s played out over, and over, this year in Savannah neighborhoods.
Chatham County DA-elect discusses case backlog, approach to handling cases
It’s been about nine months since the last jury trial occurred in Chatham County.
Bryan Co. man sentenced to 15 years for attempting to coerce a child
A Bryan County man who pleaded guilty to attempting to coerce a child will spend 15 years in federal prison, the Department of Justice announced Wednesday.
Teen fatally shot during fight in Wayne Co.
Investigators say a fight over $40 worth of marijuana may have led to the death of a teenager in Wayne County.
Savannah police chief talks crime solutions, initiatives to curb violence already underway
eaders of the Savannah Police Department don’t dispute the community is seeing an alarming trend that many other cities around the country are seeing right now, an increase in aggravated assault and homicide cases.
29 Savannah-area defendants face charges in drug bust dubbed ‘Operation Deadlier Catch’
More than two dozen people are facing federal charges stemming from what investigators call a drug trafficking operation.
Savannah Police investigate shooting at Mildred, Churchill streets
Savannah Police are investigating a shooting that occurred Wednesday morning on Mildred Street.
Evans County fire ruled arson
The Georgia State Fire Investigation Unit says a fire at a home in Evans County has been ruled an act of arson.
Chatham Co. man sentenced to nearly 30 years in prison for producing child pornography
A man from Port Wentworth has been sentenced to nearly 30 years in federal prison for producing child pornography.
Suspect charged in fatal shooting on East Gwinnett Street
Savannah Police have arrested a suspect they say is connected to a fatal shooting.
Shooting victim located near 3600 block of Duane Court
Savannah Police are investigating after a shooting victim was found in the 3600 block of Duane Court on Sunday evening.
Bluffton police warn residents of telephone/text scams
The Bluffton Police Department is urging citizens to stay cautious during the holiday season, as several scams have been reported in the area.
Accomplice pleads guilty in investigation of murdered Fort Stewart soldier’s wife
A former federal inmate from Hardeeville, S.C., pled guilty to destroying evidence in connection to the 2018 murder of the wife of a Fort Stewart soldier.
‘Drug empire’ was run by gang leaders inside SC prisons, federal indictment alleges
A federal grand jury has indicted 40 people in what officials are calling the “largest federal racketeering conspiracy in South Carolina history.”
Bulloch Co. man one of 16 indicted on bribery, money laundering charges
A Bibb County grand jury indicted 16 people in a gambling and racketeering investigation, covering multiple counties, including Chatham and Bulloch.
Lowcountry man wanted for multiple vehicle break-ins on Hilton Head taken into custody
Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office deputies have arrested a Hardeeville man suspected of more than a dozen vehicle break-ins on Hilton Head Island that occurred this summer and fall.
GBI investigates officer-involved shooting in Millen
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is looking into an officer-involved shooting Tuesday in Millen.
BCSO investigating possible connections in multiple Hilton Head shootings
The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is investigating possible connections among several recent shooting incidents on Hilton Head Island.
CCPD captain placed on paid leave pending investigation
WTOC has confirmed Chatham County Police placed one of their captains on leave pending a GBI investigation.
U-Haul trailer containing Army Awards stolen from service member in Savannah
An army service member is now asking for help after almost all of his belongings were stolen inside U-Haul trailer, including Army service awards.
Chatham Co. Police investigate after shots fired in Marian Circle
Officers responded to the area after a man reported that his car was shot at while he was inside of the vehicle.
GBI, police investigate after one killed, two injured in shooting in Lyons
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is assisting the Lyons Police Department in an investigation after a man was killed in a shooting on Sunday morning.
3 injured in shooting on Tatem Street
Savannah Police are investigating after three people were shot in the 800 block of Tatem Street on Saturday night.
GBI investigating deadly officer-involved shooting in Savannah
An officer-involved shooting in Savannah is being investigated by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation.
Three suspects charged with murder after remains found of missing woman
Human remains found in March have been identified as a missing woman in Savannah.
DOJ announces major gang-related drug trafficking indictments in Ga.
The Department of Justice announced dozens of indictments in gang investigations during a news conference Thursday morning in Savannah.