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9 hours ago
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Columbus Police searching for teen last seen on Engineer Drive
COLUMBUS, Ga. ( — The Columbus Police Department is searching for a teenager who was last seen on Tuesday. Carmen Gilmore, 16, was last seen in the 120 block of Engineer Drive on June 3, 2025. Her last know clothing description included black Crocs and eye glasses. Anyone with information about Gilmore individual or her whereabouts, is asked to contact 911, the CPD Special Victims Unit at 706-225-3449, or the lead investigator, Sgt. Christy Edenfield at 706-225-4344. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- General
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Columbus murders down by nearly 50% compared to this time last year
COLUMBUS, Ga. () — According to statistics from the Columbus Police Department (CPD), local murders are down by nearly 50% compared to this time last year. The Part 1 Crimes Report, last released on May 27, shows eight murders have happened in Columbus since Jan. 1. With the addition of another murder in the parking lot of the American Legion off Cusseta Road on Monday, June 2, that makes nine for the year so far. This is a marked decline, compared to 16 murders locally between Jan. 1 and May 27 of 2024, according to the Part 1 Crimes Report. 'The downward trend in murders compared to this time last year is progress, but one is still too many,' Columbus Police Chief Stoney Mathis said. He credited the decline to increased manpower in targeted areas, use of CPD's Real Time Crime Center and efforts to build trust between police and the community. 'These strategies are helping us get ahead of crime instead of just reacting to it,' Mathis said. Early intervention and prevention are essential according to Mathis, since many cases involve people who already know each other. 'We're making strides, but the work continues,' Mathis said. Robberies, aggravated assaults, burglaries, larceny and auto theft are also in decline. The only increase listed in the most recent Part 1 Crimes report is rape, with 21 incidents compared to 15 this time last year. To view the latest version of CPD's Part 1 Crimes Report, updated weekly, click here. The full statement provided to WRBL by Mathis is viewable below. Full statement by Chief Stoney Mathis: 'The downward trend in murders compared to last year is progress, but one is still too many. We've increased manpower where it's needed most, put modern technology like our Real Time Crime Center to work, and stayed focused on building trust through community policing. These strategies are helping us get ahead of crime instead of just reacting to it. While there's no single trend, many cases involve people who know each other. That's why early intervention and prevention remain a top priority. We're making strides, but the work continues.' Stoney Mathis, Columbus Police Chief Part 1 Crime Statistics as of May 27, 2025: Part 1 Crimes Jan. 1 – May 27, 2025 Jan. 1 – May 27, 2024 Murder 8 16 Rape 21 15 Robbery 63 81 Aggravated Assault 175 338 Burglary 205 297 Larceny 1,611 2,195 Theft by taking (MV) 239 269 Part 1 Crime Total 2,322 3,211 Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Politics
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Georgia police officer charged with stalking, breaking into home
A Georgia police officer is on leave after he was arrested and charged in connection with a burglary. Columbus police were sent to a home on Chattsworth Road on Sunday in response to a burglary. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Investigators suspected that a member of the Columbus Police Department may have been involved. They later confirmed Officer Jonathan Robertson, 23, was involved in the burglary. TRENDING STORIES: President Donald Trump to pardon Todd and Julie Chrisley Did you get a text like this? GA Dept. Of Drivers Services warns it's a scam Georgia Lottery player wins $1M on scratch-off game Robertson was charged with burglary, stalking and terroristic threats. Officials with the police department confirmed that Robertson has been placed on administrative leave without pay while they investigate. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
16-05-2025
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‘We need to honor that sacrifice': The 2025 Peace Officer's Memorial Service
COLUMBUS, Ga. () — Law enforcement officers, families, and community members came together at the Bibb Mill Event Center to honor the ultimate sacrifice made by fallen officers. The annual Peace Officers' Memorial Service, hosted by the Fraternal Order of Police, recognized fallen officers from across Georgia and Alabama. This year's Roll Call of Heroes included names stretching back to the 1800s, each read aloud and honored in solemn silence. There were 43 names called. Each name that echoed through the room served as a reminder of the lives lost. The service included a proclamation from Columbus Mayor Skip Henderson. As well as representative speakers from the Columbus Police Department, Muscogee County Sheriff's Office, Muscogee County Prison, and Rutledge State Prison. 'We need to honor that sacrifice both on the part of the officer as well as their families.' said Sgt. Kelly Phillips, the Fraternal Order of Police, Vice President. 'I would hope the public would look at an event like this and realize there are still individuals out there who want to serve, who want to help… and that we're human too.' The Fraternal Order of Police says the memorial is also a reminder to the public that behind every badge is a person, and behind every name is a family. The Peace Officers' Memorial Service is held each year in May, aligning with National Police Week and Peace Officers Memorial Day on May 15th. The Fraternal Order of Police says it hopes to see even greater turnout next year as the community continues to honor its heroes. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
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Columbus Police announce Operation Overlook at news conference
COLUMBUS, Ga. () — The Columbus Police Department is holding a news conference to announce Operation Overlook. You can watch the news conference in the video player above. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
