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1 killed in Albany Memorial Day shooting, officials say
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - The Albany Police Department (APD) is investigating a deadly shooting in the 400 block of Lipsey Drive. According to Coroner Michael Fowler, a black male died from a single gunshot wound at around 12:30 p.m. on Monday, May 27. At the moment, no suspect has been...
A few strong storms possible on Memorial Day
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - We are in for a quiet night across South Georgia as ridging keeps us dry and calm. A few areas of fog cannot be ruled out east of I-75 into the early morning hours on Monday. Temperatures will drop into the low 70s. Memorial Day, the...
Albany police add new charges in money order mail theft case
ALBANY – An Albany woman faces additional charges related to the theft of personal and business checks, according to the Albany Police Department. Bryannha West, 22, is accused of cashing stolen money orders, police said. When officers arrested West, she had in her possession money orders that were taken from U.S. Postal service mailboxes.
Federal Fund Theft: Albany Man Gets 18-MONTHS Sentence for $972K SCAM
Asjid Parvez, age 38, of Albany, Albany, stated in a previous plea of guilty that in May 2023, the Farm Service Agency (FSA) of the United States Department of Agriculture mailed him a check for $972,564.61 from the United States Treasury. The Federal Savings and Loan Association (FSA) was given...
Dougherty Jail Reports
These are bookings for May 16-22 at the Dougherty County Jail. AGENCY KEY: ADDU, Albany-Dougherty Drug Unit; APD, Albany Police Department; ASU, Albany State University Police; DCP, Dougherty County Police Department; DCSP, Dougherty County School System Police Department; Prob, Probation; SO, Dougherty County Sheriff’s Office; GSP, Georgia State Patrol:
USPS encouraging larger, improved mailboxes for packages
(Gray News) – The third week of May every year is designated as Mailbox Improvement Week by the United States Postal Service. This year, the USPS is suggesting a major improvement for homeowners. Alongside general maintenance of mailboxes, the Postal Service also encourages upgrading to jumbo mailboxes better suited...
Former Sumter Co. Detention Center Officer surrenders, turns herself in
AMERICUS, Ga. – In other recent developments, on Thursday, former Sumter County Sheriff’s Office Detention Officer Carrie Joiner surrendered herself at the Sumter County Law Enforcement Center. Following a criminal and internal investigation, warrants were issued for improper sexual conduct and violation of oath of office. Joiner’s employment...
GA man sentenced to 23 years in prison for meth gave heroin, fentanyl to his pregnant girlfriend
A Southwest Georgia man has been sentenced to 23 years in federal prison for supplying methamphetamine and fentanyl to his community, including to a woman who had recently given birth to his child.
WATCH: Susan Embert walks free after murder conviction dismissal
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - After years behind bars, and a murder conviction overturning, a Dougherty County woman facing life in prison in connection to her husband’s murder has now been released. In a WALB exclusive video, Susan Embert is seen walking with a family member from the Dougherty County...
Lee Co. man sentenced following November 2023 narcotics investigation
LEE COUNTY, Ga. (WALB) - The Lee County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) has released a significant update to a November 2023 investigation that led to an arrest. On November 7, 2023, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Investigation Division (LCSO NID) was part of a multi-agency, joint surveillance/enforcement operation targeting Brian Chadwick Jeffcoat of Lee County, according to a Facebook post by the sheriff’s office.
Temporary lane closures scheduled near Cuthbert
CUTHBERT -- The Department of Transportation has announced a brief lane closure on the U.S. Highway 27/State Route 1 crossing in Randolph County near Cuthbert. The closure, which is set for June 3, is expected to be brief, with the impacted roadway set to re-open June 4. Those dates are subject to change, depending on weather and other factors, DOT officials said in a news release.
Project Elevation brings barber shop experience to June Men's Health Fair
ALBANY – When the Phoebe Putney Health System identified tackling prostate cancer as a goal and enlisted the community to help with the battle, a seed was planted. That seed has sprouted and has branched out to 20 churches in Albany and surrounding communities, along with five barber shops, spreading the message of screening, prevention and, for those who get a positive diagnosis, treatment. All of those parts are working together, from ministers and church members to doctors and researchers, in a partnership that is making a difference.
American Legion Post 512′s Memorial Day tribute to fallen heroes
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - Today at the American Legion Post 512 Memorial Day program, dozens of veterans came to not only honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice to our nation, but to discuss ways to push the next generation forward. “Memorial day is not to be celebrated. It is...
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