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Texas man arrested after high-speed chase and crash in Haralson County
The Brief A Texas man led authorities on a high-speed chase in a stolen vehicle, ending with a crash and foot pursuit in Haralson County. The suspect, Tristan Ty Griffin, fled on foot after crashing the stolen Honda Ridgeline and was later apprehended after getting into a pickup truck. Griffin faces multiple charges, including reckless driving, theft by receiving stolen property, and felony fleeing or attempting to elude police. BREMEN, Ga. - A Texas man is facing multiple charges after leading authorities on a high-speed chase that ended with a crash and foot pursuit in Haralson County, officials said. What we know According to the Haralson County Sheriff's Office, deputies were alerted on Thursday about a stolen Honda Ridgeline traveling eastbound on Interstate 20 from Cleburne County, Alabama. Members of the Crime Suppression Unit positioned themselves near Exit 9 and began following the speeding vehicle. Deputies confirmed the tag was listed as stolen and attempted a traffic stop. The driver accelerated, weaving through traffic before veering off the road and crashing into a tree, the sheriff's office said. The suspect fled the scene on foot and was chased by deputies. Law enforcement from the Haralson County Sheriff's Office, Bremen Police Department, Georgia State Patrol, and other agencies joined the search and set up a perimeter. Authorities said the man was later seen crossing back over I-20 and getting into a pickup truck. Deputies stopped the vehicle and took him into custody. What's next The suspect, identified as 28-year-old Tristan Ty Griffin of Katy, Texas, is charged with reckless driving, theft by receiving stolen property, and felony fleeing or attempting to elude police. The Source The Haralson County Sheriff's Office provided the details and images for this article.
Yahoo
24-05-2025
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Man arrested for hand-to-hand drug transactions in Bristol
BRISTOL, Conn (WTNH) — A Bristol man is facing drug charges after police say he was seen conducting multiple hand-to-hand drug transactions. On Thursday night, Bristol's Crime Suppression Unit and Narcotics Enforcement Team were surveilling the Pine Street area when they observed hand-to-hand drug transactions from an individual seated in a vehicle. After approaching the vehicle, police took Iunre Smart, 34, of Bristol, into custody and charged him with criminal possession of a firearm, weapons in a vehicle, and sale of a narcotic substance. Police found a firearm and 96 Oxycodone pills in Smart's possession. Smart will appear in the New Britain Court. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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20-05-2025
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Narcotics investigation in Meriden turns up multiple types of drugs, stolen gun and about $60K
A man was arrested following a narcotics investigation that led to a search of his Meriden residence and vehicle last week that allegedly turned up a stolen gun, multiple types of drugs and more than $60,000 in suspected drug trafficking proceeds. Kemar Smith, 27, was arrested last Wednesday on charges of operating a drug factory, possession of a controlled substance, risk of injury to a child, possession of a stolen firearm and possession of narcotics with intent to sell, according to the Meriden Police Department. Police said the Crime Suppression Unit in April and May conducted an investigation into alleged narcotics trafficking in the city that led to Smith being identified as a suspect. Investigators obtained a search warrant for his residence and vehicle. The search allegedly turned up about 997 grams of cocaine, 51 grams of crack cocaine and three grams of fentanyl, police said. Investigators also reported finding a stolen HK 9mm firearm and $64,208 in suspected drug proceeds. Smith was initially held on a $1 million bond and arraigned in New Haven Superior Court. His bail was reduced during the hearing to $750,000, which he has since posted, according to court records. Smith has not entered a plea to the charges, records show. He is due back in court June 18.
Yahoo
05-03-2025
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Seven arrested during joint operation in Campbell County
CAMPBELL COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) – The Campbell County Sheriff's Office says a joint operation with other local law enforcement during 'Operation Hide and Seek' resulted in the arrests of 7 people. On Friday, February 28 the Hide and Seek operation was completed and the following were arrested on said charges: Richard A Beavers (37) of Gladys, VA – 18.2-456 Failure to appear and 19.2-123 Violate Conditions of release. (Narcotics-related) Amanda Wood (32) -18.2-192 Credit Card Theft Casey J Gibson (36) of Lynch Station, VA – 18.2-456 Failure to appear (Restitution-related) John P Colbert (44) of Evington, VA – 18.2-51.6 Strangulation Marquell D Payne (29) of Lynch Station, VA – 18.2-60 Threats in writing Sara L Doyle (36) of Lynchburg, VA – 18.2-456 Failure to Appear Angela Mayhew (Taken into Custody) 18.2-250 Possession of SCH I/II narcotics and 18.2-308.4 Possession of a firearm while in possession of narcotics. Court documents reveal Pierce allegedly shot victims at child safe exchange drop-off The following items were seized: 37 Firearms Stolen Firearm Stolen Property Illegal Narcotics The operation was completed by the Campbell County Sheriff's Office's Crime Suppression Unit (CSU) and the field division, the Virginia State Police's Operation Snow Eagle, as well as the Central Virginia Drug and Gang Task Force, District 13 Probation and Parole, CCSO's Criminal Investigations Division, and Field Division. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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26-01-2025
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Firefighter arrested on prostitution, drug charges
A firefighter is on administrative after he was arrested on prostitution and drug charges last week, according to our media partners WCPO-9 TV. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Tyler Cherry is a fire captain and paramedic for the City of Covington, Kentucky. TRENDING STORIES: Baby dead, mother and toddler flown to hospital after Ohio house fire Car crashes into house in Dayton neighborhood 4 fires at Preble County campground deemed arson; 2 remain under investigation He is facing solicitation, OVI, and possession of marijuana charges. Cherry allegedly responded to an explicit advertisement posted online by a Crime Suppression Unit on Jan. 15, according to a report from the Boone County Sheriff's Office. Authorities arrested Cherry after he drove to a hotel near the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, according to WCPO-9 TV. 'The listed subject did not agree to any certain time or monetary amount but did have $150 in US currency on his person, which is commonly the amount charged for half an hour of sexual services,' the report reads. The arresting officer wrote that Cherry was unsteady on his feet, had bloodshot eyes, and smelled strongly of alcohol. Authorities said they found a THC vape pen while searching Cherry's car. WCPO-9 TV obtained arrest records that show Cherry has been arrested on a solicitation offense and multiple OVIs within the last four years. An arrest report from 2021 indicates that Cherry responded to an ad posted by the Boone County Crime Suppression team and agreed to 'a half hour visit for $150.' After arriving at a hotel, officers wrote that Cherry smelled like alcohol, refused to answer questions, and slurred his speech, according to WCPO-9 TV. In February 2024, Cherry was arrested during a traffic stop for OVI, open container in a motor vehicle, careless driving, and failure to properly signal charges. A sheriff's deputy pulled over Cherry for driving in two lanes at once and making abrupt turns, according to WCPO-9 TV. Arrest records indicate that Cherry denied being under the influence, but the deputy made a note of his slurred speech and watery eyes. The deputy also reported that the car smelled like alcohol and later found an empty vodka bottle and Hennessy bottle in a bag behind the passenger seat. Records from the City of Covington show that Cherry was hired as a fire department recruit in 2006. He was later promoted to captain in 2017, according to WCPO-9 TV. 'Separate from the judicial process, Cherry has been placed on administrative leave pending further investigation by the city,' a statement from the city reads. 'While there are disciplinary procedures that the city must follow, residents can be sure that we take these accusations seriously and will address them with that in mind.' A spokesperson for the city said Cherry's most recent arrest happened while he was off duty. [SIGN UP: WHIO-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
