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22-year-old man killed in single-vehicle crash in Calhoun County
CALHOUN COUNTY, Ala. (WBMA) — An Alexandria man is dead after a single-vehicle crash in Calhoun County early Friday morning. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) said 22-year-old Logan B. Fullington was fatally injured when the 2004 Chevrolet Silverado he was driving left the roadway, struck several trees and overturned.
Swimmer who drowned at Oak Mountain State Park identified
PELHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - The Pelham Fire Department dive team recovered the body of a missing swimmer at Oak Mountain State Park Wednesday afternoon. The Shelby County Coroner’s Office has identified the swimmer as 47-year-old Jason Beck of Wellington, Alabama. Pelham Fire says around 3 p.m., the dive team...
Piedmont man charged with attempted murder after gun fails to fire
A 51-year-old Piedmont man faces an attempted murder charge after a fight on Foothills Drive in Piedmont. The Piedmont Police Department says Andrew Bales hit someone in the head with a pistol, then pointed the gun at the person's face and pulled the trigger. The gun didn't fire and was wrestled away from Bales by the person he attempted to shoot.
Cullman County woman dies in Morgan County wreck involving Gadsden man
A Baileyton woman died Monday afternoon in a three-car crash in Morgan County that involved a Gadsden man, according to a news release from the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. Brenda R. Reed, 78, was injured when her 1999 GMC Sonoma was struck at 5:39 p.m. by a 2017 Nissan Titan driven by 34-year-old Aaron S. Barnes of Gadsden on Alabama Highway 67 near Hulaco Road, about 5 miles west of Arab.
Ohatchee Police Department delivering groceries to senior citizens
OHATCHEE, Ala. (WBRC) - The Ohatchee Police Department is now serving the community with a program called My Neighbors Keeper. While officers deliver groceries to senior citizens, Chief Alan Kelly says this program is a way of serving others and taking care of people in the community. Chief Kelly says...
Two Charged with Animal Cruelty After Social Media Outcry
ETOWAH COUNTY, Ala (WDNews) – Two individuals are facing charges of animal cruelty after a disturbing video surfaced on social media, Sheriff Jonathon Horton announced. On the morning of June 29, 2024, the Etowah County Sheriff’s Office was alerted to a video depicting the cruel treatment of a dog. The Investigation Division quickly launched an inquiry, identifying the suspects and recovering the weapon involved by late Saturday afternoon.
June Monthly Activity Report: Insights from the Piedmont Police Department
Piedmont, AL – The City of Piedmont Police Department lists their activity for the public to view. Within this report are some abbreviations that may not be known to everyone. F.T.A – Failure to Appear, someone did not go to a court date and a judge has issued a warrant for their arrest. F.T.P. – Failure […] The post June Monthly Activity Report: Insights from the Piedmont Police Department appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Ministry and Law Enforcement Go Hand-in-Hand for Gadsden State Officer
Gadsden, AL – Sgt. David Bankson of the Gadsden State Community College Police and Public Safety Department is dedicated to two callings: policing and preaching. “I support and serve my community as both a minister and a police officer,” he said. “As a minister, I provide spiritual guidance, counseling, and support while as a police […] The post Ministry and Law Enforcement Go Hand-in-Hand for Gadsden State Officer appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Piedmont Police Chief, Nathan Johnson, Honored
Police Chief Nathan Johnson at the Piedmont Police Department has now been selected for inclusion in “Marquis Who’s Who”. Recognition is given out to all those individuals who have demonstrated significant accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in their field. Chief Johnson’s career in public service, and public safety,...
Police Chief Celebrates First Year Of Service
It has been a year since Jay Freeman assumed the role of the first chief of the Gadsden State Community College Police and Public Safety Department. “I have not taken the opportunity to serve Gadsden State for granted,” he said. “Because of the hard work of our dedicated staff, we have achieved many accomplishments.”
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