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Body of missing teenager recovered from water on Tybee Island
TYBEE ISLAND, Ga. — Update 4:04 - Tybee Island police have located the body of the missing teen, last seen disappearing under water on the "Back River" of Tybee Island. In an official release they said, "Earlier today, we told you about a teenager who went missing while swimming in the “Back River”. At approximately 3:28PM, members of the Chatham County Police Department Dive Team recovered the body of the victim from the water. This is not the outcome that our team, or any of those who assisted in the search, so desperately hoped for. While this event is a tragedy, we would like to thank the members of the Tybee Island Lifeguards, United States Coast Guard, Department of Natural Resources, Chatham County Marine Patrol, Chatham County Dive Team, and Marine Rescue Squadron for working tirelessly to bring closure to the victim’s family. The hearts of the Tybee Island Police Department, and the entire City of Tybee Island, remain with them during this difficult time."
Georgia firefighters found dead in Tennessee were high school sweethearts | Police chief gives new details
HINESVILLE, Ga. — A Georgia police chief is dealing with tragedy after two members of the Hinesville Fire Department were found dead inside a car across state lines in Tennessee on Sunday. Hinesville Police Chief Tracey Howard told WJCL 22 News in Savannah he knew Chandler Kuhbander and Raegan...
Chatham Co. police asking for help identifying burglary suspect
CHATHAM COUNTY, Ga. (WSAV) – The Chatham County Police Department (CCPD) needs your help to identify and locate a burglary suspect. The suspect in the attached photo was captured on a surveillance camera taking several items from a booth at Keller’s Flea Market, located at 5901 Ogeechee Road. The burglary happened in the early morning […]
Fourth of July shooting in Savannah leaves man transported to Memorial for treatment
The Savannah Police Department responded to a shooting at 45th Street and Bulloch Street Thursday afternoon, according to a social media post by SPD. The incident left one adult male with "serious injuries," the post said. That victim has been transported to Memorial Health for treatment. SPD spokesperson Nick Zoller said the incident occurred at approximately 3:20 p.m.
Savannah man indicted for deadly shooting
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – A 19-year-old Savannah man has been formally charged in connection with a fatal shooting on June 4. According to an indictment handed down this week, Nazzareth Thacker is accused of killing Makhi Hampton, who was 19 as well. Last month, police responded to the 700 block of Dixon Street near Tatem […]
Savannah mayor to release top 10 most wanted list
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – With mounting concerns about gun violence in Savannah, Mayor Van Johnson says the city will be releasing a top 10 most wanted list. Johnson says some people should be locked up who are not locked up. Many suspects in recent violent crimes have either been out on bond or parole. He […]
Sheriff Wilcher makes ‘great strides’ recovering after cardiac event
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – Chatham County’s sheriff continues to “make great strides in his recovery,” according to his family. Sheriff John Wilcher was admitted to the hospital in critical condition on June 16 after a cardiac event. His family says he appreciates the overwhelming outpouring of love and support he’s received since then. “John has […]
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