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Suspicious death investigation underway in Gadsden
The Gadsden Police Department it is investigating a suspicious death Thursday afternoon. The police department said the incident happened at Forrest Ave and S Burns St. People are asked to stay clear of the area while the investigation continues. This story is developing. Updates will be added when they become...
Gadsden Police investigating after body found inside home
GADSDEN, Ala. (WBRC) - A suspicious death investigation is underway after a man was found dead in a house, according to the Gadsden Police Department. Investigator Dusty Ford says authorities got a call Thursday afternoon to the 2300 Block of Forrest Avenue where they found Daniel Joseph Garmon Sr. dead inside a house. Sgt. Ford couldn’t go into details, but he says Garmon’s death is suspicious. Ford also says officials have a couple of leads at this time.
Suspicious death under investigation in Gadsden; reward offered for information
Authorities are searching for information in the death of a man at a Gadsden home. Police said the death is suspicious. The victim has been identified as Daniel Joseph Garmon Sr. Garmon was found dead Thursday at a house in the 2300 block of Forrest Avenue. No additional details have...
58-year-old man robbed, beaten unconscious at Alabama rest stop; 3 teens charged
Three juveniles have been charged following a weekend attack of a 58-year-old man at a rest area in Ashville. The young suspects – all teens - are charged with second-degree assault and second-degree robbery. Two were taken into custody Thursday, and a third remained at large. The assault happened...
State Rep. Barbara Boyd Hospitalized After Serious Car Accident
Calhoun County, AL – Longtime state Representative Barbara Boyd, D-Anniston, remains hospitalized after sustaining serious injuries in a car accident on May 9, officials reported on Wednesday. “She’s improving and resting,” said Rep. Randy Wood, R-Anniston, regarding his colleague from Calhoun County. He did not provide additional details, honoring the Boyd family’s request for privacy. […] The post State Rep. Barbara Boyd Hospitalized After Serious Car Accident appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Ashville Police arrest 3 juveniles for attacking man at rest area
ASHVILLE, Ala. (WBRC) - Ashville Police say three juveniles are in custody for attacking a man at the I-59 rest area. The suspects are charged with second-degree assault and second-degree robbery. All three are charged as adults, according to Ashville police. The assault happened May 11. Police say the victim...
Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Apprehends Fugitive Alexander Morgan
Calhoun County, AL – After a period of pursuit, the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office successfully located and apprehended fugitive Alexander Morgan. Morgan, a male individual, was sought for various charges including probation violation for receiving stolen property and failure to appear in court for resisting arrest. The breakthrough in Morgan’s case came when Central Alabama […] The post Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Apprehends Fugitive Alexander Morgan appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Three officers were honored today that were killed in the line of duty this year.
A ceremony was held in East Alabama this morning honoring police officers killed in the line of duty across the state. Good mental health was the topic of a local summit, and several local events planned for this weekend have been postponed on account of weather. Wet weather is ahead but nicer starting Sunday morning. […] The post Three officers were honored today that were killed in the line of duty this year. appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
One injured, one in custody after Weaver stabbing
WEAVER, Ala. (WBMA) — A man is injured and a second is in custody after a stabbing in Weaver Wednesday morning. The Weaver Police Department said 42-year-old Quinton Lee Paton was charged with attempted murder. Police said officers responded to the 200 block of Bluebird Drive shortly after 11:00...
The Law Enforcement Appreciation Week leads up to Friday’s Memorial Service for fallen officers.
The East Alabama community says thank you to its law enforcement officers. A new local store opens to give new life to vintage merchandise, and one neighborhood will be getting a good spring cleaning this weekend. Prepare for rain tomorrow and your weekend forecast is right here. Three local softball teams played today in the […] The post The Law Enforcement Appreciation Week leads up to Friday’s Memorial Service for fallen officers. appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
CHECK THIS OUT: Police save snapping turtle found on the road
GADSDEN, Ala. — A pair of officers from the Gadsden Police Department did not expect to come across a friend in need while working the nightshift Thursday. While most people were sleeping, Officer Zane Pruitt and Sgt. James Grimes were out on duty and were able to rescue 'Franklin', a turtle whom they found sitting on Rainbow Drive.
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