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Effingham County Sheriff’s Office warns against phone scams
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – The Effingham County Sherriff’s Office has issued a warning against scammers posing as law enforcement officials. The office seeks to remind citizens that law enforcement agencies will not attempt to contact them via phone to pay warrants. Warrants must be paid at your local courthouse or Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). […]
Hardeeville Police working to receive anonymous tips as Crime Stoppers of the Lowcountry dissolves
HARDEEVILLE, S.C. (WTOC) - The Hardeeville Police Chief is expressing his shock at the announcement Crime Stoppers of the Lowcountry will be dissolving. Crime Stoppers is a non-profit that allows for members of the community to anonymously share information about criminal activity. Crime Stoppers of the Lowcountry was one of a dozen local Crime Stoppers programs throughout the state of South Carolina.
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.
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...
One dead after Savannah Police officer hits pedestrian on Abercorn St.
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The Savannah Police Department has confirmed a police officer hit a pedestrian on Abercorn Street. According to SPD, an officer was traveling south on Abercorn St. when a person stepped into the road. The officer hit the person who died as a result. Officials say after...
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 […]
Woman Arrested in Savannah Domestic Homicide
The Savannah Police Department has arrested Kierra Fields, 33, in connection with the June 30 domestic homicide in the 10000 block of Abercorn Street. Fields has been charged with involuntary manslaughter. Police responded to the scene based on reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers discovered the adult male victim,...
Mayor Johnson weighs in on SPD’s use of force policy
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – Mayor Van Johnson shared his frustration after the two Savannah Police officer-involved shootings in June. The first happened on June 17 on Ogeechee Road — the second on June 30 on Victory Drive. He spoke about the most recent shooting and shared his curiosity as to why a convicted felon, 31-year-old […]
Officials warn against celebratory gunfire this 4th of July
STATESBORO, Ga. (WSAV) – Each year, law enforcement sees an uptick in irresponsible gun use during the Fourth of July. Officials are asking that you don’t get carried away this year with celebratory gunfire that could seriously hurt your neighbors. “There is nothing celebratory about gunfire,” Savannah Mayor Van Johnson said in his weekly press […]
Savannah Chamber Members Encouraged to Participate in Visionary Crime Center Initiative by City Manager Jay Melder
Savannah City Manager Jay Melder has unveiled a visionary plan to establish a state-of-the-art Crime Center to enhance public safety and community collaboration. This initiative leverages advanced technology to strengthen the partnership between law enforcement and the community, ensuring a safer and more secure Savannah. Central to this groundbreaking plan...
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