First Responses
VPD Welcomes First New Officers of 2025
The Valdosta Police Department is proud to announce the addition of 2025’s first new officers, Officer Richard Elliot and Officer Alexander Ritter, to the VPD family. Both officers were officially sworn in on January 10, 2024, during a ceremony at the Valdosta Police Department station. Officer Richard Elliot brings a wealth of experience from his…
Read MoreShooting Rampage Leads to Officer Involved Shooting in Camden County
Camden County, GA (January 9, 2025) – At the request of the Camden County Sheriff’s Office, GBI agents are investigating the events that led to an officer involved shooting and aggravated assault in Camden County, Georgia. The suspect in the investigation, Rodney Rauls Roundtree, age 55, of Camden County, GA, was injured in the incident. Two victims, both men, were also injured. No…
Read MoreMissouri man eludes VPD officer, leaves roadway, wrecks and dies
By Carol A. Gasser Moore VALDOSTA, Lowndes County, Georgia – A Missouri man (23) was found by a Valdosta Police Department (VPD) officer to have been ejected from his truck near Jerry Jones Drive and Baytree Road in Valdosta. While the VPD has released information about the wreck, the driver has not yet been identified.…
Read MoreCity of Sylvester and SPD have issued apology for unprofessional SPD behavior
By Carol A. Gasser Moore SYLVESTER, Worth County, Georgia – The City of Sylvester and the Sylvester Police Department (SPD) have published a public apology on their Facebook page. In addition to their post, the two government organizations are investigating what they reveal is a recent employee incident of “unprofessional behavior” by a SPD…
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6 Minute VFD response brought fire quickly under control
By Carol A. Gasser Moore VALDOSTA, Lowndes County, Georgia – The Valdosta Fire Department (VPD) has released information about a weekend commercial structure fire. After receiving a call about 12:18 p.m., VFD fire crews responded to a fire located in the 1700 block of Old Clyattville Road. The first fire unit arrived within 6 minutes…
Read MoreThe Lanier County Sheriff’s Office swore in three new deputies this week
By Carol A. Gasser Moore LANIER COUNTY, Georgia – Lanier County Sheriff Nick Norton is announced three new Lanier County Deputies – Charlie “Ed” Register (Duel Certified GA/FL), Madyson Knight and Alyssa Litke. They have completed their training at the Georgia Public Safety Training Center (GPSTC) and distinguished themselves. All three deputies were sworn in…
Read MoreShooting victim survives: Suspected offender McDonald arrested to face accountability
By Carol A. Gasser Moore VALDOSTA, Lowndes County, Georgia – On Friday, December 19, Valdosta Police Department officers and detectives responded to a residence in the 500 block of Samuel Street. They were responding to a citizen who called E911 to report a shooting. Responding officers arrived at the house, and found a 20-year-old male,…
Read MoreLakeland Police Department Reports ending January 06, 2025
December 28, 2024, 2201 hours. Lakeland City Police Units were dispatched to East Peeler Avenue in reference to a domestic dispute. Offender’s name: Emmett Skyler Lamb. Incident type: Aggravated assault – other weapon, and DUI – alcohol 0.10 GM or more 21 or over. Officer: Gena Willis. Property total: not listed. December 29, 2024, 2117…
Read MoreBerrien County Sheriff’s Office Jail Media Report ending January 06, 2025
December 29, 2105 hours. James Stevens charged with Obstruction of law enforcement officer when engaged on official duty results in serious phys – felony (4 counts), Terroristic threats and acts – felony & misdemeanor (1 county felony, 4 counts misdemeanor), Possession of firearm/knife during commission of/attempt to commit felonies (felony), and Felony – probation…
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