Georgia Burn Ban - The Georgia Forestry Commission

The Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) Open Burning Ban Began May 1, 2011 for 54 Georgia Counties The burn ban is in effect thru September 30th each year.

However, the National Weather Service is predicting very gusty conditions for October 1st: http://www.weather.com/weather/alerts/localalerts/30240?phenomena=TSL&significance=S&areaid=GAZ066&office=KFFC&etn=0000

Read about burning after September 30th here: 

http://www.gatrees.org/documents/9-29-11-BURNWITHCAUTIONAFTEROCTOBER1.pdf

UPDATE on Hit and Run from 9/29/11

The white (in color) Chevrolet Astro van and driver, allegedly involved in the hit and run which occurred on Thursday evening (9/29/11), have been located.

Th owner of the vehicle, James “Eddie” Wells (age 70, of Woodbury), has turned himself in to authorities at the Troup County Jail. Wells admits to being the driver who committed the Hit and Run in the area of Stovall Road and S. Glenn Road in rural Troup County.

The Georgia State Patrol has charged Wells with (Felony) Hit and Run. There is the possibility of more charges to follow, as this joint investigation with the Georgia State Patrol and Troup County Sheriff’s Office Investigators continues. Wells is presently being held at the Troup County Jail on a $25,000.00 bond.

Stovall Road & S Glenn Road Hit and Run - 9/29/11

On Thursday evening (9/29/11), Troup County Deputies responded to a Hit and Run involving a juvenile, in the area of South Glenn Road and Stovall Road in rural Troup County.

According to witnesses, the juvenile had been riding a bicycle around this area when allegedly struck by a white 2000 model Chevy Astro Van, driven by an older white male (in his 50's - 60's). As a result, the juvenile was flown by life flight helicopter to Atlanta for treatment.

A lookout has been issued for the van allegedly involved in the hit and run. The vehicle should have noticeable front passenger side damage.

If you should see this vehicle, or know of its whereabouts, Sheriff Donny Turner asks that you notify 911! You may also remain anonymous by calling the Troup County Crime Stoppers Hotline at (706)812-1000.

Updated "Events" on TCSO Website!

Fall Events with the Troup County Sheriff's Office have been updated on the www.troupcountysheriff.org website! Find out what is happening near YOU by finding the "Events" tab, at the "About Us" page!

Stolen Go-Cart from Ebenezer Church Road

On Friday (9/23/11), Troup County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a residence in the 200 block of Ebenezer Church Road (Pine Mountain) in reference to a report of Theft.

Upon arrival, the property owner told Deputies that an unknown person(s) had entered a storage barn located beside her residence and had taken a red and black, two-seater Go-Cart (Pictured here) having a roll cage without her permission.

Sheriff Donny Turner asks that if you have any information as to the whereabouts of the Go-Cart, please notify the Troup County Crime Stoppers at (706)812-1000. Remember, you can remain anonymous!

Rain on the way?

Screenshot courtesy of The Weather Channel & www.weather.com

Last night, the rain fizzled out before ever reaching Troup County... Looks like we may actually have a shower sometime during the lunch hour, today!

Industrial Pallet Company Burglary Arrests - 9/26/11

Industrial Pallet Company Metal inside the suspects' pickup truck!

Larry Thornton (age 60, of LaGrange)

Charlie Lewis Thornton, Sr. (age 59, of LaGrange)

On Monday morning, at approximately 10:08 am, Deputies of the Troup County Sheriff's Office were dispatched to 2375 Hamilton Road (approximately .8 mile from Headquarters on Sam Walker Drive) in reference to a report of a Burglary in-progress.

Nearly one minute later, Deputies had arrived on scene. While clearing the business, they had located two subjects loading an assortment of scrap metal, from inside the building, into their pickup truck in the parking lot.

As a result, Charlie Lewis Thornton, Sr. (age 59, of LaGrange) and Larry Thornton (age 60, of LaGrange) were arrested and transported to the Troup County Jail without further incident. The two men face Burglary charges for their respective roles in this alleged crime.

TCSO's Recent Crimes of Interest Map Updated - 9/26/11

View the map, here: http://www.zeemaps.com/map?group=257687

Recent updates to the TCSO Recent Crimes of Interest Map have been made to include recent reports of Burglary and Theft, South of LaGrange. Sheriff Donny Turner asks that you check out the map to see if you have any further information to provide on any of the cases posted. If so, please notify the Troup County Crime Stoppers Hotline at (706)812-1000. It would also be good to share the details of these alleged crimes at your next Neighborhood Watch!

Troup County Jail Stats - 9/26/11

The population of the Troup County Jail stands at 386 inmates, as of 9:05am, on 9/26/11. Over the past weekend, the Troup County Jail had a total of 80 bookings & 65 releases. Of those arrested and booked were:

•          Albert Fredrick Barker III (age = 32, of Decatur, GA) for Probation Violation (Superior).

•          Tyrone Mitchell (age = 40, of Hogansville) for Probation Violation (Superior).

•          Joshua Prather (age = 22, of Pine Mountain) for Probation Violation (Superior).

TCSO at Senior Corps Week - 9/23/11

This morning, the Troup County Sheriff's Office participated in Senior Corps Week at the Mike Daniels Recreation Center on Lafayette Parkway in LaGrange. The day was a tribute to the senior volunteers within our community, capped off with a luncheon at Ryan's.

For those who are unfamiliar, Senior Corps was conceived during John F. Kennedy's presidency. Senior Corps currently links more than 500,000 Americans with service opportunities. Their contributions make a real difference to individuals, non-profits, and faith-based and other community organizations throughout the United States.

Senior Corps connects individuals, over the age of 55, with the people and organizations that need them most. By becoming mentors, coaches or companions to people in need, Senior Corps members contribute their job skills and expertise to community projects and organizations.

Sheriff Donny Turner adds that "It is with the utmost respect, that I take this opportunity to remind our seniors that you are a treasured resource within our community. I trust that one would discover the many fibers that make up our community within the volunteers of Senior Corps. Each person represented at this week's luncheon is a true testament to the character that defines us all, as Troup County citizens. Thank you for being a lifelong pillar in our community."

For more information on volunteering in the Senior Corps, please contact Project manager, Pat Robinson at (706)298-3776.

Methamphetamine Arrest at License Checkpoint - 9/22/11

Graylan Renard Partridge - Age 39, of Greenville, GA

On Thursday morning, at approximately 10:50 am, Deputies of the Troup County Sheriff's Office came upon a truck with defective equipment, while at a license checkpoint. After asking the driver of the truck to pull off to the side of the road, the Deputies had both occupants exit the vehicle. During a subsequent search, Deputies noticed a clear plastic bag which appeared to contain methamphetamines that had become stuck to the bottom of one of the passenger’s shoes.

At this time, the passenger (Graylan Renard Partridge – age 39 of Greenville, GA) was placed under arrest for Possession of Methamphetamines. The driver was issued a citation for the defective equipment and allowed to leave without further incident. Graylan Partridge was then transported to the Troup County Jail.

Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Distribute Arrests - 9/22/11

Porter Glen Boddie - Age 28, of LaGrange

Karen Marie Lord - Age 29, of LaGrange

Marijuana Distribution Paraphernalia found at 104 Ivy Court in LaGrange

On Thursday evening, at approximately 7:10 pm, Troup County Sheriff's Office Drug Unit Agents executed a search warrant at 104 Ivy Court in LaGrange, after receiving information on a subject selling Marijuana out of the residence at that location.

In the course of their search, the Drug Unit Agents located amounts of Marijuana in the Kitchen and in an upstairs room. They also found various packaging material and two sets of digital scales inside the residence.

As a result, Porter Glen Boddie (age 28, of LaGrange) and Karen Marie Lord (Age 29, of LaGrange) were arrested and charged with Possession of Marijuana with the Intent to Distribute. Both subjects were then transported to the Troup County Jail without further incident.

Troup County Jail Stats - 9/23/11

The population of the Troup County Jail stands at 376 inmates, as of 9:15am, on 9/23/11. Over the past 24 hours, the Troup County Jail had a total of 30 bookings & 24 releases. Of those arrested and booked were:

·         Ed’dravious Huguley (age = 21, of LaGrange) for Probation Violation (Superior).

·         Valintino Tucker (age = 18, of LaGrange) for Burglary (Forced Entry of a Residence).

·         Graylan Partridge (age = 39, of Greenville, GA) for Possession of Methamphetamine & a Parole Violation.

·         Porter Glen Boddie (age = 28, of LaGrange) for Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Distribute.

·         Karen Marie Lord (age = 29, of LaGrange) for Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Distribute.

Georgia Three Rivers American Red Cross Helping Troup County Citizens in Time of Crisis

Weathers Drive House Fire

Sheriff Donny Turner reminds you that First Responders may be the initial help arriving on the scene of an emergency... However, there are other agencies that provide support when our neighbors experience a crisis. The Georgia Three Rivers Chapter of the American Red Cross was there with us, recently, when the tornadoes rolled through Troup County. They also assisted during the Mountville Arson Investigation by providing much needed food, clothing and shelter for some of the victims. On Tuesday, a family on Weathers Drive lost all of their belongings in a house fire. When the smoke cleared - The Red Cross was there... Let's show them our support! For more info, you may contact the local American Red Cross at (706)884-5818.

Georgia Sheriff's Youth Homes - TCSO's 3rd Annual Car Show

A wonderful time had by all at the 2011 Car Show thanks to our friends at LaGrange Toyota & the many terrific sponsors of this year's event! Sheriff Donny Turner hopes that this upcoming year's Car Show at Pyne Road Park will be even bigger and better than ever!!!

The TCSO 3rd Annual Car Show to benefit the Georgia Sheriff's Youth Home - Pineland, is set for May 12, 2012. Not too early to get your car, truck or motorcycle registered. This year will even feature a swap meet! Join us for live music, 50/50 drawing, money tree, trophies, food, door prizes... AND, of course, lots of HOT RODS! For more info, or a copy of this form please call (706)883-1616. You may also email Charles Nixon at cnixon@troupco.org.

Sponsored by the Georgia Sheriff's Association, the belief driving the success of the Georgia Sheriff's Youth Homes is that we are "Protecting our youth, preserving our future!"

The purpose of Georgia Sheriffs' Youth Homes is to give our state's most at-risk children the love, safety, and structure needed to become mature, successful adults.

In the late 1950's, many Georgia sheriffs became increasingly concerned about the growing number of abandoned, neglected, and abused children. They understood it was vital – not just for the children, but for our state – to give these disadvantaged youth the chance to grow up in a loving and safe home environment.

So in 1960, the sheriffs opened Georgia Sheriffs' Boys Ranch near Hahira, where children could learn:

Strong moral values and spiritual awareness

How to overcome adversity

Teamwork and accepting authority

Personal responsibility

Hygiene and manners

Over the years, four additional homes have opened across the state for both boys and girls – providing thousands of disadvantaged youth the opportunity to live normal, positive lives in full-time residential facilities.

House parents instill in the children a strong work ethic, emphasizing education and training for future success. These values help prepare the children to become mature, responsible adults.

Georgia Sheriffs' Youth Homes also has an outdoor program, Camp Pioneer, in LaGrange on the Pineland Campus. A summer camp program is offered to children who would not otherwise have the opportunity to enjoy an outdoor experience.

Visit the Georgia Sheriffs' Youth Homes online:
http://www.georgiasheriffs.org/display.asp?page=YouthHome

Child Passenger Safety Seat Discussion with the GOHS

There will be a unique opportunity Wed at 2pmET to join a national child passenger safety seat discussion on Twitter. Get on Twitter to tweet @childseatsafety using the hashtag #cpsweek. Support National Child Passenger Safety Week!

Hunt Road Burglary Arrests

On Sunday morning (at approximately 8am), Troup County Sheriff's Office Investigators responded to the LaGrange Police Department in reference to a report of recovered property.
According to the report, LaGrange PD Patrol Officers made contact with subjects at an apartment complex on Mitchell Avenue after responding to a call for shots fired at that location.
Upon speaking with the subjects, a check of a firearm from that location indicated that it had been stolen from a residence on Hunt Road. A subsequent in investigation revealed several other firearms, a game system, sword and various other items inside the apartment that had belonged to the residents who were burglarized on Hunt Road.
As a result, both Marquevious Lamar Bray (Age 18, of LaGrange) and Daniel Dominick Gonzalez, Jr. (Age 19, of LaGrange) were arrested and charged with Burglary (Forced Entry - Residence).
Sheriff Donny Turner would like to thank the LaGrange Police for their help and determination in aiding Troup County Sheriff's Investigators on this case of Burglary! "Hats off..."

TCSO's WANTED list - 9/16/11

TCSO's Wanted List - 9/16/11 @ 11:15am

This is a list of TCSO's Wanted individuals for Friday, 9/16/11. The list is valid as of 11:15 am. If you should recognize and know of the whereabouts of any of the individuals listed, please do not try to apprehend them yourself. Sheriff Donny Turner asks that you notify 911, and allow for Law Enforcement to perform that duty. You may also contact the Troup County Crime Stoppers Hotline at (706)812-1000. If the information you provide leads to an arrest, you may receive a cash reward! By calling the Crime Stoppers Hotline, you can also remain completely anonymous!

Third Stolen Vehicle Recovered from West Point Lake This Summer, by TCSO's Dive Team

Allegedly stolen 2002 Chrysler 300M

View this map courtesy of the US Army Corps Of Engineers

On 9/14/11 (Thursday), the Troup County Sheriff's Office Dive Team was dispatche...d to the Evansville Access (Boat Ramp) of West Point Lake to retrieve a submerged vehicle.

After their arrival, the Dive Team entered the water and secured the 2002 Chrysler 300M for recovery. Further investigation revealed that the car was reported as stolen in September of 2010 from Timber Ridge Drive.

The vehicle was safely towed from the lake, and this case continues under investigation. This is the third vehicle recovered from West Point Lake this Summer by the Troup County Sheriff's Office Dive Team.

Phone Card Theft and Fraud Suspect

Tyler Alexander Thomas, age = 19

Man Steals Thousands By Claiming to do Repairs


The suspect seen in this WSB-TV, Atlanta (Ch.2) News Report is also considered a suspect in a similar Theft & Fraud incident that occurred on 7/20/11 at a Summit Store on West Point Road. If you know the whereabouts of Tyler Alexander Thomas, Sheriff Donny Turner asks that you notify the Troup County Crime Stoppers Hotline at (706)812-1000. You can remain ANONYMOUS... And, if the information you provide leads to his arrest, you may receive a CASH REWARD!

Wiz Tech Copper Theft Arrests

Benny Frank Prescott - Age 50, of LaGrange

Cary Dewayne Robinson - Age 39, of LaGrange

UPDATE: The lookout for two pickup trucks and two suspects is cancelled. Both men have been arrested and charged with Theft By Taking (Over $500.00), which is a Felony, in the Wiz Tech Copper Theft Case from Labor Day Weekend.

Troup County Jail Stats - 9/15/11

The population of the Troup County Jail stands at 370 inmates, as of 10:15am, on 9/15/11. Over the past 24 hours, the Troup County Jail had a total of 28 bookings & 26 releases. Of those arrested and booked were:

·         Benny Frank Prescott (age = 50, of LaGrange) for Theft By Taking (Over $500.00 - Felony).

GA Amber Alert - Levi's Call for Madrigal children from Forest Park PD

Madrigals

This is a Georgia LEVI'S Call. The 6, 9, 10 and 12 year-old children were abducted by their 34 year-old father. They are also in the company of the abductor's 32 year-old sister. They may be traveling in a red 4-door Ford Focus with a Georgia or Indiana tag. There is no tag number or direction of travel at this time. Please contact the Forest Park Police Department at 404-366-4141.


You may also glean further information from the following links:
http://www.missingkids.com/missingkids/servlet/AmberExternalFCServlet?act=retAmberCase&amberId=9091
and
http://www.wtvm.com/story/15452283/levis-call-issued-for-4-forest-park-children

Submit a Tip through the TCSO Mobile App!

"West Georgia Health System's (West Ga Med Center) Waiting Room as Lee Rolled Through"

Last week, we were blessed to make it safely through the winds and rains that accompanied Tropical Storm Lee. Nixle proved, once again, to be a great way to keep our citizens informed of possible Tornado formation and severe Thunderstorms.

However, did you know that you can let us know whenever something happens in your neighborhood - Albeit suspicious, alarming or noteworthy? Whatever the reason, Sheriff Donny Turner offers this method of communication to citizens FREE of charge through the TCSO mobile app for iPhones!

ANONYMOUSLY, contribute to removing crime and suspicious activities from your neighborhood. Plus, let us know the scope of severe weather or road blockages in your neighborhood. If it concerns our community, it concerns US... At the Troup County Sheriff's Office!

Amber Alert (Levi's Call) for a Missing Clayton County Child

Levi's Call has been activated at the request of CLAYTON COUNTY P.D. on behalf of ALIYAH WALTON! She was abducted on 09-12-11 at 0715 by WILLIAM NAZARIO, H/M, 33 Y/O, DOB: 6/01/78. They are traveling in a BLACK, CHEVY TAHOE, tag unknown. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT CLAYTON COUNTY P.D. AT 770-477-3655.

Taste of Fall on the way?

Photo courtesy of The Weather Channel at www.Weather.com

The change of the seasons is just around the corner. This is the time of year for those that have seen enough of summer's sweltering heat to look to our neighbors to the North.... Next weekend, our high temp could be around 78 for Saturday and Sunday! 


Visit www.Weather.com for more!

Stolen Car Recovered By TCSO Dive Team

On Saturday, 9/10/11 at approximately 2:00pm, the Troup County Sheriff’s Office Dive Team responded to the Liberty Hill Access (Boat Ramp) of West Point Lake in reference to a report of a possibly submerged vehicle.

A boater reported to 911 that, while in his boat (near the ramp), he discovered what appeared to be a submerged vehicle. After the Dive Team arrived and entered the Lake, they recover...ed a newer model Dodge Avenger approximately 20 yards from the shoreline. The vehicle was secured and towed safely from the Lake.

Further Investigation revealed that the vehicle was possibly stolen out of Fulton County. The motive for leaving the vehicle in West Point Lake has yet to be determined. Nothing further to report, as this Investigation continues.

If you have any information regarding the recovered vehicle, you may contact the Troup County Crime Stoppers Hotline at (706)812-1000. Remember, your identity will be kept confidential; and, if your information leads to an arrest in this case you may receive a cash reward.

9/11 Remembrance and Appreciation Luncheon

Reverend Gil McGinnis

Troup County Sheriff's Office Investigators and Deputies gladly and humbly joined in with a portion of the West Point community, at First United Methodist Church's Zachry Center, for their 9/11 Remembrance Luncheon. Many blessings for the families of those who still suffer,10 years later...

Visit the 9/11 Facebook page to show your support

The National September 11 Memorial is a tribute of remembrance and honor to the nearly 3,000 people killed in the terror attacks of September 11, 2001 at the World Trade Center site, near Shanksville, Pa., and at the Pentagon, as well as the six people killed in the World Trade Center bombing in February 1993.

Visit to remember and honor the thousands of innocent men, women, and children murdered by terrorists in the horrific attacks of February 26, 1993 and September 11, 2001. Wishes for many blessings, from the Troup County Sheriff's Office, for those who still suffer - 10 years later...

Great News Report from Yahoo!, this morning. Sharing for the benefit of those who need to hear "Once you have hit that 'Send' button, it's too late to take it back!"...

With online networks steering our social lives these days, deciding exactly how to represent ourselves on the web can be tricky. This episode of Upgrade Your Life addresses 5 kinds of photos you should avoid putting online — and why.

http://news.yahoo.com/blogs/upgrade-your-life/upgrade-life-5-worst-photos-post-online-235821296.html

Troup County Jail Stats for 9/8/11

The population of the Troup County Jail stands at 378 inmates, as of 8:20am, on 9/8/11. Over the past 24 hours, the Troup County Jail had a total of 22 bookings & 25 releases. Of those arrested and booked were:

·         Shirley Bailey (age = 50, of LaGrange) for Probation Violation (Superior).

·         Carl Towns (age = 57, of LaGrangee) for Parole Violation.

·         Patrick McCaskey (age = 21, of LaGrange) for a Probation Violation (Superior).

UPDATE: Wiz Tech Copper Theft

UPDATE: The white Ford F-250 has been located. Investigators are still attempting to locate the bronze Ford F-150. So, if you have any information that would help us locate the other pickup, or identify either of the two suspects featured here, please call the Troup County Crime Stoppers Hotline at (706)812-1000.

Troup County Crime Stoppers' Approved reward for August

Troup County Crime Stoppers approved rewards:
New rewards approved this month:

15098 – 9/1/2011 - $75

Rewards paid or expired – please delete

14758 – 6/2/2011 - $100

14970 – 8/4/2011 - $75

14771 – 6/2/2011 - $75

14775 – 6/2/2011 - $50

14835 – 6/2/2011 - $75

18452 – 7/7/2011 - $400

14972 – 8/4/2011 - $100



Rewards less than 90 days old

14911 – 7/7/2011 - $100

184849 – 7/7/2011 - $600

Wiz Tech Copper Theft - 9/5/11

Sheriff Donny Turner and the Investigators of the Troup County Sheriff's Office is asking for your help in identifying the subjects and vehicles pictured in these video surveillance screenshots. On 9/5/11 (Labor Day), between 9 and 10am, two unknown subjects allegedly entered the business property at 384 Old Hutchinson Mill Road (Wiz Tech) and took an undetermined amount of copper, then fled. The suspects appeared to have been utilizing two pickup trucks in the commission of this Theft. The first is identified as a mid-90's (maybe 1995) model Ford, F-250, Extended Cab with a chrome tool box... The other may be a bronze, early 2000 (perhaps 2003) model Ford F-150 King Cab.   If you should recognize the suspects, or the vehicles utilized to commit this alleged crime, please notify the Troup County Crime Stoppers at (706)812-1000. Remember, you may remain anonymous... However, if the information you provide leads to an arrest, you may receive a cash reward! You may watch the surveillance video by dropping in on the Troup County Sheriff's Office Facebook page.