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Church worker injured in electrical accident
A man working in a church in Demorest, Georgia, was injured after making contact with electrical wires while running HDMI cables. The man was taken to the hospital with electrical burns and other unspecified injuries, according to a news release from Habersham County Emergency Services.
Toccoa residents arrested for alleged elder abuse
The GBI has arrested two Toccoa residents in connection to an elder abuse investigation. In February, agents arrested Daniel Bennett, 58. In May, Jeffrey Roberts, 74, was taken into custody, a news release from the GBI states. Both men are charged with neglect to a disabled adult, elder person, or resident.
Lake Lanier Ski Boat Engulfed in Flames
A small boat caught fire on Lake Lanier Sunday afternoon, and four boaters jumped into the water to escape the flames, the Hall County Fire Marshal’s Office said. One of the boaters was treated at the scene for minor injuries, the fire marshal’s office said.
Hiker drowns in river at Tallulah Gorge
A 19-year-old man is dead after he drowned while hiking in Tallulah Gorge Friday, according to a release from the Georgia Department of Natural Resources. Exauce T. Kabeya of Gainesville fell into the river above Oceana Falls and did not resurface, the release said. A search party, including drone and rescue teams, was dispatched around 12:40 p.m. on May 3 to locate Kabeya. They found him dead a few hours later and recovered his body from the water.
GBI: Athens police shoot after man fires gun, flees
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is investigating an officer-involved shooting in Athens. The Athens-Clarke County Police Department (ACCPD) says officers opened fire on a man who fled from officers on May 3 after he had fired his weapon at least once.
Injured hiker, car wreck victims rescued in White County
White County Public Safety responded to multiple incidents over the weekend, including a fall at Raven Cliff Falls, a car accident, and a house fire. At around 6:50 p.m. on Saturday, April 27, dispatchers were sent to Raven Cliff Falls after reports of a person who had fallen. Crews used a drone to quickly locate the patient and provide a visual assessment to crews entering the trail. Ground crews made contact with the individual and began providing medical assistance.
Hall County Home Suffers Extensive Fire Damage
The Hall County Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating the cause of a house fire that broke out late at night on April 28 in Flowery Branch. Fire crews were dispatched to the 4700 block of Cardinal Ridge Way at 10 p.m. on reports of a residential fire. When they arrived, they found a fully engulfed garage connected to a three-story home with an extension into the second floor and attic.
Habersham County: Multiple Accidents Leave Several Injured
Over the weekend in Habersham County, there were four different vehicle crashes with multiple people injured. On Friday, April 26, the first crash occurred near Mud Creek Road. A Polaris Ranger rolled over on a dirt road. Public Information Officer Rob Moore says Habersham E-911 received a call about the accident at around 5:35 p.m.
Fatal Pedestrian Accident on Northeast Georgia Highway
A 46-year-old Elberton man is dead after being hit by a car while walking along a Northeast Georgia highway. Sammy Terrell Smith was pronounced dead following the accident on GA 17 near Woodyard Road in Elbert County, state troopers say.
School Officials Deny Strip-Search Allegations over Marker Vandalism
Vandalism has been a problem at Banks County Elementary School. According to school administrators, graphic depictions of vulgar acts have been sighted on bathroom walls, art tables, and the gym floor. They say custodians have been covering the drawings to prevent students from seeing them and painting over what they can. Permanent markers were used.
Injured Drivers Identified in School Bus Crash
The Georgia State Patrol has released the names of the drivers injured in Thursday afternoon’s crash involving a Habersham County School bus. They are Christopher Hoose, 40, of Alto; Amy Boling, 45, of Commerce; and bus driver Deborah Crane, 68, of Clarkesville.
K9 Team Busts Alleged Drug Trafficker: 3 Pounds of Meth Seized
A long-term drug investigation resulted in a drug trafficking arrest Tuesday, April 23, as Rabun County Sheriff’s Office (RCSO) K9 deputies tracked a suspect vehicle back to Rabun County from Atlanta, according to a press release from the Rabun County Sheriff’s Office.
Gas leak forces evacuation of Georgia nursing home
The Oaks-Scenic View assisted living facility was evacuated late Wednesday morning, April 24, due to a gas leak. Baldwin Fire Department was dispatched to the facility at about 11:35 a.m. Wednesday due to a possible gas leak. According to Baldwin Fire Department Captain Ross Jackson, upon arrival, Baldwin units determined that there was in fact a gas leak and cut off all utilities to the facility.
Witness the Rare 'Pink Moon' Tonight!
The fourth full moon of the year, known as the 'Pink Moon,' is set to grace the skies of North Georgia tonight. This is a rare and unique occurrence, as we will be able to witness the moon in its full glory just about 30 minutes after it reaches its peak.
Arrested: Toccoa Man Charged in Easter Drive-By
A Toccoa man is in jail charged in a drive-by shooting on Easter that injured two people. On Thursday, April 18, the GBI arrested 20-year-old Cornelius Devaughn Curry in Athens-Clarke County during a warrant operation, a news release from the Georgia Bureau of Investigation states. Authorities charged Curry with four counts of aggravated assault, four counts of possession of a firearm during the commission of certain crimes, two counts of aggravated battery, and four violations of the Georgia Street Gang Terrorism Prevention Act.
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