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Yahoo
24-05-2025
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GPD investigating after shots fired outside northeast Gainesville restaurant
An altercation at a northeast Gainesville restaurant on May 23 resulted in shots being fired, according to a social media post by the Gainesville Police Department. According to the post, officers responded to the David's BBQ restaurant at 521 NE 23rd Ave. due to reports of an altercation. Police learned that shots had been fired and that a vehicle crash had occurred between two parties who fled the scene. One person involved remained at the scene, the post said. The two that fled the scene went to GPD to make a report. The incident remains under investigation. No injuries were reported. This article originally appeared on The Gainesville Sun: Police investigating after shots fired at David's BBQ in Gainesville
Yahoo
21-05-2025
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GPD: Downtown Gainesville shooting stemmed from altercation at high school prom party
Gainesville Police Department detectives are continuing to investigate a downtown shooting on May 18 that left one person injured. GPD believes the shooting, which occurred at about 12:45 a.m. in the area of Southwest First Avenue and Southwest First Street, stemmed from a physical altercation at a high school prom afterparty. One juvenile male was shot, according to GPD, and transported to a local hospital with non-life threatening injuries. GPD is asking for the public's help in identifying persons of interest in the case. Surveillance video shows two unidentified persons running away from the shooting near The Bull, a bar at 18 SW First Ave. One is a white male with blond hair in a bun wearing a dark-colored shirt with shorts and dark-colored shoes. The other is a white male seen wearing a "purple-ish" shirt and a baseball hat. Anyone with information is asked to call GPD Detective Bernal at 352-393-7729 or email bernalvl@ Those who wish to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at 352-372-7867 or visit This article originally appeared on The Gainesville Sun: After-prom party leads to shooting in downtown Gainesville on May 18
Yahoo
19-05-2025
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Oakwood man arrested for attempted armed robbery at Gainesville Texaco
The Brief Douglas Arnell Ward Jr. was arrested for an attempted armed robbery at a Texaco gas station in Gainesville. Surveillance footage helped police identify Ward, who fled the scene but was later found and arrested on Industrial Boulevard. Ward faces several charges, including armed robbery, aggravated assault, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. GAINESVILLE, Ga. - A 29-year-old Oakwood man has been arrested in connection with an attempted armed robbery at a Texaco gas station on Browns Bridge Road, according to Gainesville police. What we know Douglas Arnell Ward Jr. is accused of entering the store during the early morning hours of May 15, producing a handgun and demanding money from the clerk. The clerk, protected by bullet-resistant barriers, immediately contacted law enforcement. Ward fled the scene on foot before officers arrived, but investigators used surveillance footage to identify him. Officers later located Ward on Industrial Boulevard and took him into custody. What's next Ward faces multiple charges, including armed robbery, aggravated assault, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime, theft by receiving, and shoplifting. The Source The details and mug shot in this article come from the Gainesville Police Department.
Yahoo
17-05-2025
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Gainesville police K9 dies suddenly while on duty
Members of the Gainesville police department are mourning the death of a K9 officer. The department said K9 Ryker died on Thursday due to a sudden medical condition while on duty. Ryker joined the department in October 2021. He was a dual-purpose K9, 'certified in police utility and narcotics detection.' Gainesville police said K9 Ryker worked with his partner, Officer Quick, to arrest countless criminals. 'Ryker was more than a dog, he was a dedicated officer of this agency and a loyal friend. He will truly be missed,' Gainesville Police Chief Jay Parrish said in a post on Facebook. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] TRENDING STORIES: Manhunt underway for man accused of taking infant hostage in Hogansville, assaulting officer Body found in search for missing kayaker at Lake Lanier Back at it again: Couple says contractor investigated by Channel 2 left them with unfinished pool [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
11-03-2025
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Suspect arrested in connection to Gainesville shooting that left 15-year-old in critical condition
A 21-year-old man wanted in connection to a shooting that occurred last week is now in police custody, officials said. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Pablino Garcia, 21, of Gainesville, turned himself in at the Gainesville Police headquarters on Tuesday. Police said, Garcia and others met at a convenience store on March 6 for an arranged transaction. Officers said during the meet up, shots rang out, hitting a 15-year-old multiple times. The 15-year-old remains in critical condition. TRENDING STORIES: Atlanta police confirm arrest of man accused of slashing homeless tents 4 charged in death of 5-year-old boy 'incinerated' in hyperbaric chamber explosion NYPD escorts Wendy Williams from assisted living facility after she dropped note from window The victim's identity and current condition have not been released. Garcia is charged with multiple counts of aggravated assault. He is currently being held at the Hall County Jail. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
