Three inmates dead, 13 injured following incident at Georgia prison
GEORGIA — An incident at a Georgia state prison on Sunday left three inmates dead and at least 13 others injured, including a correctional officer, according to local authorities.Joel Cochran, sheriff of Washington County Sheriff’s Office, said his office responded to the prison to assist with securing the perimeter following the incident. Details about what led to the disturbance were...
One person arrested, one wanted following robbery and assault incident in Virginia
VIRGINIA — The Campbell County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a suspect following an assault and robbery that left a man hospitalized with serious injuries.According to the sheriff’s office, deputies received a call around 11 p.m. on Jan. 8 regarding an individual being treated at Lynchburg General Hospital. Authorities said the victim suffered severe injuries, including facial fractures. The victim told investigators...
One person dead following golf cart crash in South Carolina
SOUTH CAROLINA — One person was killed Saturday evening when a golf cart overturned in Charleston County, South Carolina, according to the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office.Deputies said the crash occurred before 7 p.m. in the 2800 block of South Palmer Drive in Charleston. A preliminary investigation determined that the driver was attempting to turn at a high rate of speed, which...
Dispute over takeout food leads to armed robbery in Indiana
INDIANA — A man is in custody after a dispute over leftovers escalated into an alleged armed robbery Friday night on Indianapolis’ near east side, according to the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department.Police said officers were called just after 8 p.m. on Jan. 9 to Community North Hospital for a report of a robbery with injuries that occurred in the 800 block of...
Pennsylvania school district announces schedule change due to sporting event
PENNSYLVANIA — A school district in the Pittsburgh area will operate on a delayed schedule this week due to the Pittsburgh Steelers’ Wild Card playoff game.According to an announcement from McKeesport Area School District, all schools and district offices will operate on a two-hour delay on Tuesday. Superintendent Donald L. MacFann shared the decision with parents and guardians in a...
Sobriety checkpoint planned for part of West Virginia Friday
WEST VIRGINIA — The West Virginia State Police will conduct a sobriety checkpoint Friday night along State Route 2 in Brooke County, according to officials.The checkpoint is scheduled to run from 8 p.m. to midnight near Mahan Lane in Follansbee. State Police said the initiative is intended to deter impaired driving and promote roadway safety in the area.Motorists who wish to avoid...
Police searching for missing person in Georgia
GEORGIA — The Columbus Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a critically missing man.Police said 67-year-old Louisous Smith was last seen around 2 p.m. on Jan. 10 in the 2400 block of 3rd Avenue. At the time he was last seen, Smith was wearing a gray hoodie, a black skull cap, and blue jeans.Smith is described as...
Multiple people arrested following large drug bust in Georgia
GEORGIA — Russell County Sheriff Heath Taylor is scheduled to hold a press conference Monday at 11 a.m. EST to provide details on a major drug investigation, according to the Russell County Sheriff’s Office.The briefing will take place at the sheriff’s office investigations building. Officials said the press conference will address a large drug bust that resulted in multiple arrests.Sheriff Heath...
Two people injured following vehicle crash in Florida
FLORIDA — Two people were injured in a major crash near Windermere High School early Monday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.Troopers said the crash occurred just before 7 a.m. on Summerport Village Parkway at Winter Garden Vineland Road. Emergency crews responded to the scene, and two people were transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. The extent of...
Florida high school placed on lockdown following bomb threat
FLORIDA — Lake Minneola High School has been placed on lockdown Monday morning after officials received a tip reporting a bomb threat, according to the Lake County Sheriff's Office.Authorities said the school was placed in a code red status, indicating a lockdown, as deputies responded to the campus. A heavy law enforcement presence was reported in and around the school...
