Do you know what your Teenager watches when you aren't around?

What are the most dangerous TV shows your children are watching without you?

Do you know a teenager who finds no wrong in underage drinking/partying? Or, maybe one who displays vulgarity? One who finds harmful things "funny"? Some of these behaviors could be the result of their beliefs as to what is acceptable, or normally expected from their peers. But, do their peers base their opinions on popular TV shows? You may be surprised as to what teens are watching, when you're not watching them!

Entering Autos in adjacent neighborhoods off of Ramp Road

Sheriff Donny Turner reminds Troup County citizens to secure your vehicle(s) when leaving unattended for any length of time... Whether you park inside your driveway for the evening, leave your vehicle in the lot outside your business during the Christmas party or at the parking deck of the local movie theater - Keep in mind that the criminal opportunist is always on the prowl.

On December 5th & 6th, TCSO Deputies responded to two separate cases of entering auto in nearby neighborhoods off of Ramp Road. In both instances, the vehicles were left unattended overnight and unsecured at the victims' residences.

An unknown person(s) had taken a Compaq 17" laptop computer from one of the vehicles, and an XM Radio receiver from the other. At this time, the two cases have not been connected with each other.

However, Sheriff Turner asks that if you have information regarding the cases of Entering Auto (or on the missing property) please notify the Troup County Crime Stoppers Hotline at (706)812-1000. If your information leads to an arrest(s) in either of these cases, you may receive a cash reward.

NWS: Wind Advisory, from Noon - 8pm!

NWS: Wind Advisory from Noon - 8pm. With winds of 20 - 35 mph & saturated grounds, trees and limbs may be blown down. Drive with caution!

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 PM EST THIS EVENING...

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN PEACHTREE CITY HAS ISSUED A WIND ADVISORY, WHICH IS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 PM EST THIS EVENING.

* LOCATIONS MOST OF NORTH AND CENTRAL GEORGIA SOUTH AND EAST OF DALTON TO ROME.

* WINDS...SUSTAINED WINDS INCREASING TO AROUND 20 MPH WITH GUSTS TO 35 MPH.

* TIMING...FROM AROUND NOON TO 8 PM THIS EVENING.

* IMPACTS...WINDS THIS STRONG CAN MAKE DRIVING DIFFICULT, ESPECIALLY FOR HIGH PROFILE VEHICLES. TREES OR TREE LIMBS COULD BE BLOWN DOWN. SECURE LOOSE OUTDOOR OBJECTS.

Rain on the roadway

Sheriff Turner reminds you to slow down today, on our roadways. With the rain we had this morning and the possibility of more yet to come, we could get some ponding on the streets and routes throughout the County. Other things to remember: Use headlights when your wipers are in use (GA State Law), allow the proper distance between yours and other cars ("3 second rule" - But, keep in mind, that it takes longer to slow down/stop on a wet road), be extra careful around any school bus, drive slowly through shallow puddles (don't traverse through puddles of uncertain depth) and... As ALWAYS, BUCKLE UP!

Updated "Events" on TCSO Website!

www.TroupCountySheriff.org

Stay on top of what's happening with the Troup County Sheriff's Office in your community! Visit our website at www.TroupCountySheriff.org. You will find the "Events" calendar page under the "About Us" tab...

TCSO Shoplifting Arrests - 12/4/11

Nicole Deshanon Brooks

Coltina Michelle Whitehead (aka "Tine Bates)

Over the weekend, two suspects were arrested for Shoplifting. The suspects had allegedly been spotted, by witnesses, while in the process of loading their vehicle with merchandise taken without payment from the Dollar General, near Pine Mountain.

Troup County Deputies responded to the location inside the 9000 block of Hamilton Road, around 3 pm, on Sunday afternoon. The store employees were able to show Deputies video surveillance footage of the suspects taking items from inside the store, and exit without paying for them. Deputies were also given a description of the suspects, and the vehicle they were last seen driving, by witnesses at the scene. A lookout was placed through Troup County E-911.

Shortly after the lookout was given, Patrolling Troup County Deputies located the suspects and their vehicle near the intersection of Highway 219 and Bartley Road (travelling North, toward LaGrange). When conducting a traffic stop on the vehicle, a passenger exited acting nervously and continuously talking on her cell phone.

Upon approach, several trash bags filled with T-shirts (still in original packaging) and a plastic bag containing a new comforter could been seen in plain view inside the vehicle’s back seat. A brief interview with the driver revealed that there were various other miscellaneous items stowed in the trunk of the vehicle. The driver opened the trunk to confirm this statement.

Based upon the video footage from the Dollar General, the description of the subjects and their vehicle along with its contents and interviews conducted during the traffic stop, Coltina Michelle Whitehead (aka “Tina Bates”, age 39 of Pine Mountain – Passenger) and Nicole Deshanon Brooks (age 42, of LaGrange – Driver) were placed under arrest and transported to the Troup County Jail. Both are being charged with Theft By Shoplifting. There may be other charges to follow from other Agencies, as this case continues under investigation.

Items recovered during the traffic stop included: A comforter, shoes, boots, T-shirts, jeans, socks, undergarments, soap, purses, soft drinks and miscellaneous hygiene items. Nothing further to report, at this time.

Be prepared for re-routing on your drive home this evening!

Sheriff Turner reminds citizens that travel through LaGrange, en route to their homes after work, to be prepared for re-routing around the parade (which begins at 6pm). According to our friends at LaGrange PD, Hunnicutt Avenue will close at 3 pm, then North Greenwood Street will close @ 5:45 pm. Finally, Police will reroute traffic from Vernon and South Greenwood streets over to Miller and Mulberry Streets to Whitesville Road in order to bypass the procession during the parade. Stay safe, be patient and... As always, BUCKLE UP!