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28-03-2025
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Metro Atlanta gang member admits to smoking weed in his car, but then deputies found a stash of meth
A man laughingly admitting to smoking marijuana in his car to a Forsyth County deputy ended with him facing drug trafficking charges. Deputies say they watched as James Anderson from Blairsville crossed the double yellow lines several times and used a blue light as his tag light, so they pulled him over. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] When Anderson pulled over, he blocked the entrance to a subdivision. The deputy had to tell him several times to move the car and not block the subdivision. As the deputy walked up to the car, he could smell marijuana. When he asked Anderson about it, he admitted to having smoked in the car earlier in the day. The deputy searched the car and found 78.3 grams of crystal methamphetamine, $2,400 in cash and more. TRENDING STORIES: Missing 5-year-old's body found in Gwinnett County pond Principal identifies student killed in after-school shooting in DeKalb Man accused of trying to kidnap toddler at Acworth Walmart says he was just trying to help Anderson was arrested and charged with trafficking methamphetamine, possession of drug-related objects and traffic offenses. Investigators later learned that Anderson is a Ghostface Gangsters gang member with an extensive drug history. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
28-03-2025
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Former Cobb deputy faked multiple sclerosis to get donations, prosecutors say
A former Cobb County sheriff's deputy has now been indicted on fraud charges after prosecutors say he faked being sick. Cobb County District Attorney Sonya Allen's office confirmed on Friday that Mark Ryan Hampton, 38, was indicted by a grand jury on charges of violation of oath by a public officer and violation of the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] The indictment says that in Nov. 2021, the sheriff's office received several complaints about a social media account associated with Hampton. It goes on to allege that Hampton defrauded people and organizations by claiming he had multiple sclerosis and associated complications to get money and gifts. It's unclear how much money he received. TRENDING STORIES: Missing 5-year-old's body found in Gwinnett County pond Principal identifies student killed in after-school shooting in DeKalb Man accused of trying to kidnap toddler at Acworth Walmart says he was just trying to help Hampton was arrested in June 2022. 'This indictment reflects our commitment to upholding the law and ensuring that public trust is maintained. He betrayed that trust by deceiving others for personal gain. No one should ever feel they are above the law,' said Cobb County District Attorney Sonya F. Allen. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
24-03-2025
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VIDEO: Dangerous driver slams into Gwinnett police cruiser during chase
Gwinnett County police say the streets are safer after they arrested a dangerous driver who crashed into the side of a Gwinnett County police car. It all happened earlier this month, in a shopping center off Jimmy Carter Boulevard. Investigators say police had been searching for Kevin Pineda-Pineda, 30, after a license plate reader notified them that his black Dodge Charger was in the area. TRENDING STORIES: Metro Atlanta nurse says she worked three 12-hour shifts before deadly crash UGA student who went viral for smiling mugshot arrested again Mother fights off man at Acworth Walmart trying to take 2-year-old According to an arrest warrant, when officers searched him and his car, they found cocaine and marijuana. They also believe he was drinking and driving after they spotted an open beer can in a cup holder. We'll show you the dashcam video of the crash and we'll have information about what else the driver was wanted for, LIVE on Channel 2 Action News starting at 5 p.m.
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24-03-2025
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Sewer rehabilitation, replacement project to begin March 31 in DeKalb County, expect traffic delays
DeKalb County officials say work to rehabilitate and replace more than 3,000 feet of sewer lines and manhole structures will start March 31, with traffic impacts and construction-related noise expected. According to the county, crews will work to replace or rehabilitate roughly 3,091 feet of gravity sewer main between Eastwyck Drive and Saratoga Drive, with the project to last about a year. Should weather not impact construction efforts, the project is expected to be completed in March 2026. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] TRENDING STORIES: Mother fights off man at Acworth Walmart trying to take 2-year-old UGA student who went viral for smiling mugshot arrested again Gwinnett County animal shelter reaches critical capacity, calls for foster homes for animals in need Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. starting next Monday. Ahead of construction beginning, DeKalb County officials will have a virtual community meeting via Zoom on Thursday at 6:30 p.m. To join the Gravity Sewer Rehabilitation and Replacement Project meeting, go online here. For more information, DeKalb County Watershed Management is available by email or over the phone at 1-800-986-1108. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
23-03-2025
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17-year-old arrested after shootout leaves teen dead in DeKalb County
DeKalb County police are piecing together evidence that led to a deadly shooting. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] It happened Saturday around 5 p.m. on Watkins Glen Road. Police said two people were shot and taken to a nearby hospital separately. One of them was a 19-year-old man who later died of his injuries. The other is a 15-year-old boy, who is currently being treated for his condition. Neither victims' identities were released. TRENDING STORIES: Man charged with trying to kidnap child from Acworth Walmart This Georgia city is one of the most overweight in the U.S., new study shows GA parents charged with murder in connection to 6-week-old baby's death Investigators said it all started when the 19-year-old and 15-year-old started arguing at a nearby gas station over an ongoing disagreement. Police said they left the gas station but came back together in a neighborhood. Investigators said another boy, Rodriquez Kemp,17, drove up and hit the 15-year-old with his vehicle. DeKalb investigators said the 15-year-old and 19-year-old got into a shootout. After speaking with witnesses and gathering evidence, police arrested and charged Kemp with felony murder and aggravated assault. He remains behind bars at the DeKalb County Jail. The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information can leave an anonymous tip through the free Tip411 app or by texting 'DKPD' to 847411, followed by the tip. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
