An Eastman man was injured when the pickup truck he was driving was hit by a train.
According to the Georgia State Patrol report, Seaborn Jackson Attaway, age 20, of Eastman, was driving his 2019 GMC Sierra pickup west on South Railroad Avenue in Chauncey. He turned onto Durham Street and failed to yield for an oncoming train traveling west on the Norfolk Southern Railroad.
Attaway was transported to Fairview Park Hospital in Dublin by Dodge County Emergency Medical Services.
The accident happened at approximately 12:09 p.m. on Thursday, November 28.
The Eastman Police Department announces the following arrests for the period of November 25 through December 3.
Eric Wright, age 41, of Chauncey, was arrested for two counts of shoplifting of less than $500.00 and driving while license suspended or revoked.
Willie Fisher, age 56, of Eastman, was arrested for burglary (forced entry-residence), entering an auto with intent to commit theft and obstructing law enforcement officer.
Briar White, age 24, of Eastman, was arrested for forgery in the first degree (check).
Reco Flowers, age 28, of Eastman, was arrested for theft by taking auto.
Ronnie Agnew, age 38, of Eastman was arrested for open container violation, DUI – drugs less safe (second offense) and failure to maintain lane.
Janet Mann, age 27, of Eastman, was arrested for six counts of theft by taking.
Gregory Blount, age 50, of Cadwell, was arrested for shoplifting more than $500.00.
Nickaus Hudson, age 38, of Dublin, was arrested for shoplifting more than $500.00.
Keldrick Sneed, age 19, of Lizella, was arrested for license – driving while unlicensed or expired/new resident.
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Three arrested for drugs
On November 19, 2019 three local people were taken into custody for possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug related objects.
Arrested were Bobby Spires, age 56 (also wanted in two other counties), Kyle Spires, age 30 and Heather Holt, age 35.
The Dodge County Sheriff’s office and the Eastman Police Department continue to work together to eradicate the illegal drug trade in Dodge County.
The Dodge County Sheriff’s Department reports the following arrests from November 18 through November 25.
Julian David Evans, age 55, of Rentz, was arrested for felony theft by taking and probation violation.
Raheem Davon Mims, age 29, of Cochran, was arrested for probation violation.
Casey Spires, age 34, of Eastman, was arrested for criminal trespass.
The Eastman Police Department reported the following arrests during the week of November 20 through November 25.
Briar White, age 24, of Eastman, was arrested for forgery in the first degree (check).
Tameisha Dudley, age 23, of Eastman, was arrested for violation of license restrictions and leaving the scene of accident with injury and damage.
As’John Ross, age 18, of East Dublin, was arrested for theft by receiving stolen property $500.00 value or more, license – driving while unlicensed or expired/new resident and headlight requirements.
Dondrae Bailey, age 18, of East Dublin, was arrested for theft by receiving stolen property $500.00 value or more.
Jimone Ervin, age 18, of East Dublin, was arrested for theft by receiving stolen property $500.00 value or more.
Juvenile, age 14, of East Dublin, was arrested for theft by receiving stolen property $500.00 value or more.
Ronnie Agnew, age 38, of Eastman was arrested for open container violation, DUI – drugs less safe (second offense) and failure to maintain lane.
Arrested were Bobby Spires, age 56 (also wanted in two other counties), Kyle Spires, age 30 and Heather Holt, age 35.
The Dodge County Sheriff’s office and the Eastman Police Department continue to work together to eradicate the illegal drug trade in Dodge County.
The Dodge County Sheriff’s Department reports the following arrests from November 18 through November 25.
Julian David Evans, age 55, of Rentz, was arrested for felony theft by taking and probation violation.
Raheem Davon Mims, age 29, of Cochran, was arrested for probation violation.
Casey Spires, age 34, of Eastman, was arrested for criminal trespass.
The Eastman Police Department reported the following arrests during the week of November 20 through November 25.
Briar White, age 24, of Eastman, was arrested for forgery in the first degree (check).
Tameisha Dudley, age 23, of Eastman, was arrested for violation of license restrictions and leaving the scene of accident with injury and damage.
As’John Ross, age 18, of East Dublin, was arrested for theft by receiving stolen property $500.00 value or more, license – driving while unlicensed or expired/new resident and headlight requirements.
Dondrae Bailey, age 18, of East Dublin, was arrested for theft by receiving stolen property $500.00 value or more.
Jimone Ervin, age 18, of East Dublin, was arrested for theft by receiving stolen property $500.00 value or more.
Juvenile, age 14, of East Dublin, was arrested for theft by receiving stolen property $500.00 value or more.
Ronnie Agnew, age 38, of Eastman was arrested for open container violation, DUI – drugs less safe (second offense) and failure to maintain lane.
Woman dies after head on collision. Milan couple killed in head on collision
A Chester woman was killed when the car she was driving hit a pickup truck head on Friday, November 15.
According to the Georgia State Patrol, Ariannah Holliman, age 20, was driving a 2017 Nissan Versa south on Georgia 117 (Dublin Highway). According to a witness, Holliman crossed the center line into the path of Randy Dwaine Burch, age 61, of Eastman, driving a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado north on Georgia 117. The witness stated that Burch performed an evasive maneuver by steering left into the southbound lane. Holliman then swerved back into the southbound lane where the two hit head on.
Holliman died as a result of the injuries sustained in the accident a short time later at Dodge County Hospital.
Burch was not injured in the accident, but a passenger in his truck, Dianne Lynn, age 65, of Eastman, was transported to Dodge County Hospital with minor injuries.
The accident happened at approximately 4:47 p.m.
A Milan couple was killed as the result of a head on collision in Sylva, North Carolina.
According to the North Carolina Highway Patrol, a person was driving east on U.S. 74 in Jackson County, North Carolina. The person left the roadway on the right hand side of the road, struck a guard rail and then traveled back across all lanes striking the Jones couple in the west bound lane head on. The Milan couple was Rodney Lynn Jones, age 58, and Erica Stapleton Jones, age 40.
The accident happened at approximately 10:59 a.m. on Saturday, November 16.
According to the Georgia State Patrol, Ariannah Holliman, age 20, was driving a 2017 Nissan Versa south on Georgia 117 (Dublin Highway). According to a witness, Holliman crossed the center line into the path of Randy Dwaine Burch, age 61, of Eastman, driving a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado north on Georgia 117. The witness stated that Burch performed an evasive maneuver by steering left into the southbound lane. Holliman then swerved back into the southbound lane where the two hit head on.
Holliman died as a result of the injuries sustained in the accident a short time later at Dodge County Hospital.
Burch was not injured in the accident, but a passenger in his truck, Dianne Lynn, age 65, of Eastman, was transported to Dodge County Hospital with minor injuries.
The accident happened at approximately 4:47 p.m.
A Milan couple was killed as the result of a head on collision in Sylva, North Carolina.
According to the North Carolina Highway Patrol, a person was driving east on U.S. 74 in Jackson County, North Carolina. The person left the roadway on the right hand side of the road, struck a guard rail and then traveled back across all lanes striking the Jones couple in the west bound lane head on. The Milan couple was Rodney Lynn Jones, age 58, and Erica Stapleton Jones, age 40.
The accident happened at approximately 10:59 a.m. on Saturday, November 16.
Man loses life in head on collision
A Bonaire man was killed when the vehicle he was driving hit another vehicle head on.
Lee Wettstein, age 85, of Bonaire, was driving a 2009 Honda CR-V north in the southbound lane of State Route 27 (Terry Coleman Parkway) when he struck Sheena Underwood, age 26, of Eastman, who was driving a 2011 Chevrolet Malibu LS south on State Route 27.
A passenger in the Honda, Sandra Wettstein, age 83, of Bonaire, was lifeflighted by helicopter to Navicent Health in Macon.
Underwood was also lifeflighted by helicopter to Navicent Health in Macon. A passenger in the Malibu, Kirstin Figueroa, age 2, of Eastman, was taken to Dodge County Hospital by Dodge County Emergency Medical Services.
Lee Wettstein died at the scene as a result of his injuries.
The accident happened at approximately 6:35 p.m. on Saturday, November 9.
The Dodge County Sheriff’s Department reports the following arrests from October 23 to November 5.
Lauren Danielle Collins, age 35, of Cochran, was arrested for possession of cocaine, possession of methamphetamine and possession of marijuana.
James Anthony Hughes, age 26, of Chester, was arrested for cruelty to children (allowing a child to witness felony/battery/family) and simply battery.
Kyle Michael Koropatny, age 29, of Albany, New York; was arrested for probation violation.
Nyneshia McCoy, age 21, of Milan, was arrested for probation violation.
Zyan Terek McKever, age 17, of Eastman, was arrested for possession with intent to or sell, deliver, distribute, display, or provide a related object.
Antianette McLeod, age 29, of Eastman, was arrested for misdemeanor first offense family violence, criminal trespass and cruelty to children.
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Lee Wettstein, age 85, of Bonaire, was driving a 2009 Honda CR-V north in the southbound lane of State Route 27 (Terry Coleman Parkway) when he struck Sheena Underwood, age 26, of Eastman, who was driving a 2011 Chevrolet Malibu LS south on State Route 27.
A passenger in the Honda, Sandra Wettstein, age 83, of Bonaire, was lifeflighted by helicopter to Navicent Health in Macon.
Underwood was also lifeflighted by helicopter to Navicent Health in Macon. A passenger in the Malibu, Kirstin Figueroa, age 2, of Eastman, was taken to Dodge County Hospital by Dodge County Emergency Medical Services.
Lee Wettstein died at the scene as a result of his injuries.
The accident happened at approximately 6:35 p.m. on Saturday, November 9.
The Dodge County Sheriff’s Department reports the following arrests from October 23 to November 5.
Lauren Danielle Collins, age 35, of Cochran, was arrested for possession of cocaine, possession of methamphetamine and possession of marijuana.
James Anthony Hughes, age 26, of Chester, was arrested for cruelty to children (allowing a child to witness felony/battery/family) and simply battery.
Kyle Michael Koropatny, age 29, of Albany, New York; was arrested for probation violation.
Nyneshia McCoy, age 21, of Milan, was arrested for probation violation.
Zyan Terek McKever, age 17, of Eastman, was arrested for possession with intent to or sell, deliver, distribute, display, or provide a related object.
Antianette McLeod, age 29, of Eastman, was arrested for misdemeanor first offense family violence, criminal trespass and cruelty to children.
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Police officers make arrests
The Eastman Police Department reported the following arrests from October 28 to November 5.
Dori Veal, age 35, of Cochran, was arrested for shoplifting less than $500.00.
Barbara Arnold, age 51, of Eastman, was arrested for theft by taking less than $500.00.
Christopher Brown, age 40, of Byron, was arrested for shoplifting less than $500.00.
David Argueta, age 28, of Macon, was arrested for driving while unlicensed or expired/new resident and light reducing material affixed to windows.
Sherri Purvis, age 54, of Eastman, was arrested for battery and criminal trespass (private).
Steven Gay, age 44, of Eastman, was arrested for obstructing law enforcement officers and disorderly conduct.
Christopher Durham, age 32, of Eastman, was arrested for shoplifting less than $500.00.
Casey Goodwin, age 36, of Eastman, was arrested for obstructing law enforcement officers, possession of schedule IV drugs, drugs – methamphetamine possession of, drugs – cocaine possession of, possession and use of drug related objects, theft by taking auto, theft by taking, driving while license suspended/revoked and being a habitual violator.
Terry Walden, age 20, of Hawkinsville, was arrested for shoplifting less than $300.00.
Tavian Ray, age 29, of Dublin, was arrested for driving while license suspended/revoked, taillights/lenses required and failure to appear bench warrant.
Zyan McKever, age 17, of Eastman, was arrested for possession of drug related object and drugs – marijuana sale/deliver/distribution.
Tavian Walden, age 20, of Hawkinsville, was arrested for shoplifting less than $500.00.
Ashley Little, age 20, of Hawkinsville, was arrested for shoplifting less than $500.00.
Dori Veal, age 35, of Cochran, was arrested for shoplifting less than $500.00.
Barbara Arnold, age 51, of Eastman, was arrested for theft by taking less than $500.00.
Christopher Brown, age 40, of Byron, was arrested for shoplifting less than $500.00.
David Argueta, age 28, of Macon, was arrested for driving while unlicensed or expired/new resident and light reducing material affixed to windows.
Sherri Purvis, age 54, of Eastman, was arrested for battery and criminal trespass (private).
Steven Gay, age 44, of Eastman, was arrested for obstructing law enforcement officers and disorderly conduct.
Christopher Durham, age 32, of Eastman, was arrested for shoplifting less than $500.00.
Casey Goodwin, age 36, of Eastman, was arrested for obstructing law enforcement officers, possession of schedule IV drugs, drugs – methamphetamine possession of, drugs – cocaine possession of, possession and use of drug related objects, theft by taking auto, theft by taking, driving while license suspended/revoked and being a habitual violator.
Terry Walden, age 20, of Hawkinsville, was arrested for shoplifting less than $300.00.
Tavian Ray, age 29, of Dublin, was arrested for driving while license suspended/revoked, taillights/lenses required and failure to appear bench warrant.
Zyan McKever, age 17, of Eastman, was arrested for possession of drug related object and drugs – marijuana sale/deliver/distribution.
Tavian Walden, age 20, of Hawkinsville, was arrested for shoplifting less than $500.00.
Ashley Little, age 20, of Hawkinsville, was arrested for shoplifting less than $500.00.
Halt Halloween hazards with these tips
Halloween has become a hugely popular time for fun and festivities, but with it comes the potential for a variety of fire hazards. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) encourages everyone to take these simple precautions to stay safe without sacrificing that fun.
“Halloween brings an opportunity to wear fun costumes, decorate our homes, and eat too much candy,” says Lorraine Carli, NFPA’s vice president of Outreach and Advocacy. “However, without proper safety precautions, we run the risk of turning good times into the wrong kind of scary ones.”
According to NFPA research, between 2012 and 2016, decorations were the item first ignited in an estimated average of 800 reported home structure fires per year, resulting in an average of two civilian deaths, 34 civilian injuries and $11 million in direct property damage. The decoration was too close to a heat source such as a candle or equipment in almost half of these fires.
NFPA offers these tips to stay safe during the spooky season:
Costumes: Avoid fabric that billows or trails behind you, as these can easily ignite. If you are making your own costume, avoid loosely woven fabrics like linen and cotton, which can be very flammable.
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“Halloween brings an opportunity to wear fun costumes, decorate our homes, and eat too much candy,” says Lorraine Carli, NFPA’s vice president of Outreach and Advocacy. “However, without proper safety precautions, we run the risk of turning good times into the wrong kind of scary ones.”
According to NFPA research, between 2012 and 2016, decorations were the item first ignited in an estimated average of 800 reported home structure fires per year, resulting in an average of two civilian deaths, 34 civilian injuries and $11 million in direct property damage. The decoration was too close to a heat source such as a candle or equipment in almost half of these fires.
NFPA offers these tips to stay safe during the spooky season:
Costumes: Avoid fabric that billows or trails behind you, as these can easily ignite. If you are making your own costume, avoid loosely woven fabrics like linen and cotton, which can be very flammable.
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Authorities make arrests
The Eastman Police Department made the following arrests from October 5, 2019 through October 22, 2019.
Nakia Girtman, age 36, of Eastman, was arrested for disorderly conduct.
Charles Piccione, age 31, of Eastman, was arrested for parole violation.
Juvenile, age 16, of Rhine, was arrested for being unruly.
Angela Butler, age 62, of Eastman, was arrested for driving while license suspended/revoked and headlight requirements.
Michael Chatting, age 28, of Eastman, was arrested for driving while license suspended/revoked, being a habitual violator and having no brake lights or working turn signals.
Mitchell Payne, age 34, of Eastman, was arrest for criminal attempt.
Willie King, age 60, of Eastman was arrested for shoplifting less that $500.00 and criminal trespass – business.
Danny Rozar, age 29, of Eastman, was arrested for shoplifting less than $500.00.
The Dodge County Sheriff’s Department reports the following arrests from September 30 to October 22.
Booker T. Adams, age 72, of Rhine, was arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) – alcohol/controlled substance present in blood/urine and possession of open alcohol container.
William Donnie Brown, age 42, of Eastman, was arrested on a bench warrant.
Rhonda Lynn Clark, age 50, of Rhine, was arrested for probation violation.
Christopher Denard Durham, age 32, of Eastman, was arrested for probation violation.
Tyronza Clarance Facison, age 41, of Eastman, was arrested for simple battery.
Brenton Antwan Gibson, age 36, of Chester, was arrested for probation violation.
Joshua Bray, age 34, of Eastman, was arrested for aggravated stalking and probation violation.
Altaron Lamont Gooch, age 33, of Eastman, was arrested for probation violation.
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Nakia Girtman, age 36, of Eastman, was arrested for disorderly conduct.
Charles Piccione, age 31, of Eastman, was arrested for parole violation.
Juvenile, age 16, of Rhine, was arrested for being unruly.
Angela Butler, age 62, of Eastman, was arrested for driving while license suspended/revoked and headlight requirements.
Michael Chatting, age 28, of Eastman, was arrested for driving while license suspended/revoked, being a habitual violator and having no brake lights or working turn signals.
Mitchell Payne, age 34, of Eastman, was arrest for criminal attempt.
Willie King, age 60, of Eastman was arrested for shoplifting less that $500.00 and criminal trespass – business.
Danny Rozar, age 29, of Eastman, was arrested for shoplifting less than $500.00.
The Dodge County Sheriff’s Department reports the following arrests from September 30 to October 22.
Booker T. Adams, age 72, of Rhine, was arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) – alcohol/controlled substance present in blood/urine and possession of open alcohol container.
William Donnie Brown, age 42, of Eastman, was arrested on a bench warrant.
Rhonda Lynn Clark, age 50, of Rhine, was arrested for probation violation.
Christopher Denard Durham, age 32, of Eastman, was arrested for probation violation.
Tyronza Clarance Facison, age 41, of Eastman, was arrested for simple battery.
Brenton Antwan Gibson, age 36, of Chester, was arrested for probation violation.
Joshua Bray, age 34, of Eastman, was arrested for aggravated stalking and probation violation.
Altaron Lamont Gooch, age 33, of Eastman, was arrested for probation violation.
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Sting nets drugs and seven arrests
An early morning operation conducted by the Dodge County Sheriff’s Office, Eastman Police Department, Georgia Department of Community Supervision and the Tri-County Swat Unit yielded seven arrests.
The early morning operation, with approximately 30 officers, was conducted under the cover of darkness to provide officers with the element of surprise. Two houses in the Sunset area of Eastman were raided simultaneously and searched for drugs and guns.
Suspected drugs were found in both residences and four persons with outstanding warrants from surrounding law enforcement agencies were taken into custody.
Dodge County Sheriff Lynn Sheffield and Eastman Police Chief Becky Sheffield once again displayed their willingness to work with other agencies to fight the drug problem in Dodge County. Sheriff Sheffield and chief Sheffield would like to thank the participating agencies for their help in fighting the drug problem in Dodge County because it is a nationwide problem that affects all the citizens of Dodge County.
Miles Ivory was arrested on three counts of sale of methamphetamine, one count of possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, one count of possession of marijuana with intent to distribute and one outstanding warrant from the Eastman Police Department.
Adriene Hall was arrested on one count of possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute and one count of possession of marijuana with intent to distribute and violation of oath of office by a public officer. Hall was a corrections officer for the Dodge County Jail at the time of her arrest.
Jerrell Burch was arrested on three counts of sale of methamphetamine, one count of possession of methamphetamine and one count of possession of drug related objects.
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The early morning operation, with approximately 30 officers, was conducted under the cover of darkness to provide officers with the element of surprise. Two houses in the Sunset area of Eastman were raided simultaneously and searched for drugs and guns.
Suspected drugs were found in both residences and four persons with outstanding warrants from surrounding law enforcement agencies were taken into custody.
Dodge County Sheriff Lynn Sheffield and Eastman Police Chief Becky Sheffield once again displayed their willingness to work with other agencies to fight the drug problem in Dodge County. Sheriff Sheffield and chief Sheffield would like to thank the participating agencies for their help in fighting the drug problem in Dodge County because it is a nationwide problem that affects all the citizens of Dodge County.
Miles Ivory was arrested on three counts of sale of methamphetamine, one count of possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, one count of possession of marijuana with intent to distribute and one outstanding warrant from the Eastman Police Department.
Adriene Hall was arrested on one count of possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute and one count of possession of marijuana with intent to distribute and violation of oath of office by a public officer. Hall was a corrections officer for the Dodge County Jail at the time of her arrest.
Jerrell Burch was arrested on three counts of sale of methamphetamine, one count of possession of methamphetamine and one count of possession of drug related objects.
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Grand jury returns many indictments
The Dodge County Grand Jury recently handed down the following indictments on September 30, 2019.
James Inez Dupree was indicted for one count of felony rape.
Jonesy Ray Wiggins was indicted for one count of felony assault and two counts of misdemeanor cruelty to children (allow child to witness felony).
Moises Ramirez-Romero was indicted for one count of felony criminal attempt to commit a felony (16-4-1), one count of felony aggravated assault, one count of felony obstruction of law enforcement officer when engaged in crime, one count of felony willful interference with emergency medical professionals and one count of sexual battery.
Darrell Bonds was indicted for one count of felony criminal attempt to commit a rape.
Benjamin James Jackson was indicted for one count of child molestation.
Justin Marie Mullis was indicted for four counts of child molestation.
Demarcus Reshawn McClinton was indicted for one count of felony aggravated assault.
Matthew Lamar Thomas was indicted for one count of forgery in the first degree.
Corey Willis was indicted for 66 counts of felony forgery in the second degree.
Bobby Lee Swint, Jr. was indicted for two counts of aggravated assault, one count of misdemeanor cruelty to children (allow child to witness felony) and one count of criminal trespass.
Johnny Harris Tuff was indicted for one count of felony sale of cocaine.
Jack Elmer Holt, Jr. was indicted for one count of felony traffic in cocaine/marijuana/illegal drugs, one count of misdemeanor marijuana (less than one ounce), one count of misdemeanor driving while license suspended or revoked and one count of weaving over roadway.
Kayla Lee Williams was indicted for one count of felony traffic in cocaine/marijuana/illegal drugs, one count of misdemeanor marijuana (less than one ounce) and one count of felony possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute.
Angela W. Butler was indicted for one count of felony possession of a schedule II controlled substance, one count of misdemeanor driving under the influence (DUI) drugs, one count of misdemeanor driving while license suspended or revoked, one count of speeding, one count of tail lights and one count of misdemeanor possession and use of drug related objects.
Randi Kristin Daniels was indicted for one count of felony possession of a schedule IV controlled substance, one count of misdemeanor DUI alcohol, one count of misdemeanor DUI alcohol and drugs, one count of weaving over roadway, one count of misdemeanor drugs not in original container and one count of open container violation.
Stephino Demaris Harrell was indicted for one count of felony theft by taking.
James Derek Bridges was indicted for one count of felony possession of methamphetamine.
Callie Deanne Spires was indicted for one count of felony possession of a schedule II controlled substance and one count of misdemeanor possession and use of drug related objects.
Lafeyette Bernard Butler was indicted for one count of felony receipt, possession or transfer of a firearm by a convicted felon, one count of felony aggravated assault, one count of felony terroristic threats and acts, one count of misdemeanor hindering person making emergency call, one count of misdemeanor theft by taking, one count of misdemeanor simple battery-family violence, one count of misdemeanor criminal trespass and five counts of misdemeanor cruelty to children in the third degree – first or second.
Joshua Antoinne Johnson was indicted for one count of felony hit and run resulting in serious injury or death and one count of misdemeanor driving while license suspended or revoked.
Kellie Lee Muncher was indicted for two counts of felony possession of a schedule II controlled substance, one count of misdemeanor drugs not in original container, one count of misdemeanor criminal trespass, one count of felony possession of a schedule IV controlled substance, one count of felony fleeing/attempting elude an officer for a felony, one count of misdemeanor driving while license suspended or revoked and one count of headlight requirements.
Nakeata Cierra Strange was indicted for one count of felony traffic in cocaine/marijuana/illegal drugs.
Tyus Rasheed Turnage was indicted for one count of felony traffic in cocaine/marijuana/illegal drugs.
James Bernard Bray was indicted for one count of felony receipt, possession or transfer of firearm by convicted felon, one count of felony possession of firearm/knife during crime/attempt crime and one count of felony possession/manufacturing/distribution/etc. of marijuana.
Jonathan Lamon Wilcox was indicted for one county of felony possession of cocaine with intent to distribute, one count of felony possession of firearm/knife during crime/attempt crime and one count of felony receipt, possession or transfer of firearm by convicted felon.
Ted Eugene Brantley was indicted for two counts felony possession/manufacturing/distribution/etc. of marijuana, one count of felony possession of a schedule IV controlled substance and one count of felony receipt, possession or transfer of firearm by a convicted felon.
Cole Bailey was indicted for one count of felony possession of methamphetamine, two counts of felony possession of a schedule II controlled substance and one count of misdemeanor marijuana (less than one ounce).
Brandon Michael Fountain was indicted for one count of felony possession of methamphetamine, two counts of felony possession of a schedule II controlled substance and one count of misdemeanor marijuana (less than one ounce).
Megan Hailey Persinger was indicted for one count of felony possession of methamphetamine, two counts of felony possession of a schedule II controlled substance and one count of misdemeanor marijuana (less than one ounce).
Johnny Paul Grilliot was indicted for one count of felony possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute and one count of felony possession of firearm/knife during crime/attempt crime.
Dusty Hankinson was indicted for one count of felony possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute and one count of felony possession of firearm/knife during crime/attempt crime.
Paul John Bentley, Jr. was indicted for one count of felony possession/manufacturing/distribution/etc. of marijuana and one count of misdemeanor passion and use of drug related objects.
Sandy Ray English was indicted for one count of felony possession of methamphetamine.
Fallon Munch was indicted for one count of felony possession of methamphetamine.
Tracy Rammage was indicted for one count of felony possession of methamphetamine.
Michelle Williams was indicted for one count of felony possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute.
Shaquail Latrice Dixon was indicted for one count of felony theft by shoplifting.
Shakya V. Wright was indicted for one count of felony theft by shoplifting.
Matthew Lamar Thomas was indicted for two counts of felony forgery first degree.
Lance Prentice Gilbert was indicted for one count of felony burglary (second degree) and one count of felony theft by taking.
Jimmy Leon Paul was indicted for one count of felony possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute.
Joshua Kade Daniels was indicted for one count of felony theft by taking.
Anna Leigh Stewart was indicted for one count of felony cruelty to children (first degree).
Todd Jermaine Wilcox was indicted for one count of felony theft by taking and one count of misdemeanor driving while license suspended or revoked.
Daniel Clinton Jordan was indicted for one count of felony possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, one count of misdemeanor possession and use of drug related objects, one count of misdemeanor driving while license suspended or revoked and one count of no proof of insurance.
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James Inez Dupree was indicted for one count of felony rape.
Jonesy Ray Wiggins was indicted for one count of felony assault and two counts of misdemeanor cruelty to children (allow child to witness felony).
Moises Ramirez-Romero was indicted for one count of felony criminal attempt to commit a felony (16-4-1), one count of felony aggravated assault, one count of felony obstruction of law enforcement officer when engaged in crime, one count of felony willful interference with emergency medical professionals and one count of sexual battery.
Darrell Bonds was indicted for one count of felony criminal attempt to commit a rape.
Benjamin James Jackson was indicted for one count of child molestation.
Justin Marie Mullis was indicted for four counts of child molestation.
Demarcus Reshawn McClinton was indicted for one count of felony aggravated assault.
Matthew Lamar Thomas was indicted for one count of forgery in the first degree.
Corey Willis was indicted for 66 counts of felony forgery in the second degree.
Bobby Lee Swint, Jr. was indicted for two counts of aggravated assault, one count of misdemeanor cruelty to children (allow child to witness felony) and one count of criminal trespass.
Johnny Harris Tuff was indicted for one count of felony sale of cocaine.
Jack Elmer Holt, Jr. was indicted for one count of felony traffic in cocaine/marijuana/illegal drugs, one count of misdemeanor marijuana (less than one ounce), one count of misdemeanor driving while license suspended or revoked and one count of weaving over roadway.
Kayla Lee Williams was indicted for one count of felony traffic in cocaine/marijuana/illegal drugs, one count of misdemeanor marijuana (less than one ounce) and one count of felony possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute.
Angela W. Butler was indicted for one count of felony possession of a schedule II controlled substance, one count of misdemeanor driving under the influence (DUI) drugs, one count of misdemeanor driving while license suspended or revoked, one count of speeding, one count of tail lights and one count of misdemeanor possession and use of drug related objects.
Randi Kristin Daniels was indicted for one count of felony possession of a schedule IV controlled substance, one count of misdemeanor DUI alcohol, one count of misdemeanor DUI alcohol and drugs, one count of weaving over roadway, one count of misdemeanor drugs not in original container and one count of open container violation.
Stephino Demaris Harrell was indicted for one count of felony theft by taking.
James Derek Bridges was indicted for one count of felony possession of methamphetamine.
Callie Deanne Spires was indicted for one count of felony possession of a schedule II controlled substance and one count of misdemeanor possession and use of drug related objects.
Lafeyette Bernard Butler was indicted for one count of felony receipt, possession or transfer of a firearm by a convicted felon, one count of felony aggravated assault, one count of felony terroristic threats and acts, one count of misdemeanor hindering person making emergency call, one count of misdemeanor theft by taking, one count of misdemeanor simple battery-family violence, one count of misdemeanor criminal trespass and five counts of misdemeanor cruelty to children in the third degree – first or second.
Joshua Antoinne Johnson was indicted for one count of felony hit and run resulting in serious injury or death and one count of misdemeanor driving while license suspended or revoked.
Kellie Lee Muncher was indicted for two counts of felony possession of a schedule II controlled substance, one count of misdemeanor drugs not in original container, one count of misdemeanor criminal trespass, one count of felony possession of a schedule IV controlled substance, one count of felony fleeing/attempting elude an officer for a felony, one count of misdemeanor driving while license suspended or revoked and one count of headlight requirements.
Nakeata Cierra Strange was indicted for one count of felony traffic in cocaine/marijuana/illegal drugs.
Tyus Rasheed Turnage was indicted for one count of felony traffic in cocaine/marijuana/illegal drugs.
James Bernard Bray was indicted for one count of felony receipt, possession or transfer of firearm by convicted felon, one count of felony possession of firearm/knife during crime/attempt crime and one count of felony possession/manufacturing/distribution/etc. of marijuana.
Jonathan Lamon Wilcox was indicted for one county of felony possession of cocaine with intent to distribute, one count of felony possession of firearm/knife during crime/attempt crime and one count of felony receipt, possession or transfer of firearm by convicted felon.
Ted Eugene Brantley was indicted for two counts felony possession/manufacturing/distribution/etc. of marijuana, one count of felony possession of a schedule IV controlled substance and one count of felony receipt, possession or transfer of firearm by a convicted felon.
Cole Bailey was indicted for one count of felony possession of methamphetamine, two counts of felony possession of a schedule II controlled substance and one count of misdemeanor marijuana (less than one ounce).
Brandon Michael Fountain was indicted for one count of felony possession of methamphetamine, two counts of felony possession of a schedule II controlled substance and one count of misdemeanor marijuana (less than one ounce).
Megan Hailey Persinger was indicted for one count of felony possession of methamphetamine, two counts of felony possession of a schedule II controlled substance and one count of misdemeanor marijuana (less than one ounce).
Johnny Paul Grilliot was indicted for one count of felony possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute and one count of felony possession of firearm/knife during crime/attempt crime.
Dusty Hankinson was indicted for one count of felony possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute and one count of felony possession of firearm/knife during crime/attempt crime.
Paul John Bentley, Jr. was indicted for one count of felony possession/manufacturing/distribution/etc. of marijuana and one count of misdemeanor passion and use of drug related objects.
Sandy Ray English was indicted for one count of felony possession of methamphetamine.
Fallon Munch was indicted for one count of felony possession of methamphetamine.
Tracy Rammage was indicted for one count of felony possession of methamphetamine.
Michelle Williams was indicted for one count of felony possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute.
Shaquail Latrice Dixon was indicted for one count of felony theft by shoplifting.
Shakya V. Wright was indicted for one count of felony theft by shoplifting.
Matthew Lamar Thomas was indicted for two counts of felony forgery first degree.
Lance Prentice Gilbert was indicted for one count of felony burglary (second degree) and one count of felony theft by taking.
Jimmy Leon Paul was indicted for one count of felony possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute.
Joshua Kade Daniels was indicted for one count of felony theft by taking.
Anna Leigh Stewart was indicted for one count of felony cruelty to children (first degree).
Todd Jermaine Wilcox was indicted for one count of felony theft by taking and one count of misdemeanor driving while license suspended or revoked.
Daniel Clinton Jordan was indicted for one count of felony possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, one count of misdemeanor possession and use of drug related objects, one count of misdemeanor driving while license suspended or revoked and one count of no proof of insurance.
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Graduation rate tops the RESA district and beats the state average
“Dedicated to Our Desire to Graduate Everyone” is not just a trite motto for Dodge County High School (DCHS). It is a pledge each teacher, staff member and administrator makes each day to their students, and it’s one that once again has rendered great gains for the school.
A recent report from the Georgia Department of Education shows that DCHS’s 2019 graduation rate, 97.4% surpasses the state average of 82% and places the school at the top of its RESA District.
DCHS Principal Dr. Susan Long was elated to hear these results and quick to give credit to the school’s staff and students for their commitment. In a staff-wide email, Long said, “Thank you so much for ALL you do at DCHS! You make great things happen, and I am honored to be here with you each day!
Long added that the school’s success is the result of the students’ and staff’s “dedication, encouragement, and expertise.”
According to the GaDOE press release, the overall state average is at an all-time high, increasing a total of 12 percentage points since 2012.
DCHS, with its 97.4% graduation rate, ranks among the 71 Georgia school districts with a recorded graduation rates at or above 90 percent and only 24 districts with recorded rates at or above 95%.
“I’m proud today of Georgia’s teachers and students, who are doing the on-the-ground work that leads to increases in our graduation rate and other indicators – including NAEP and Georgia Milestones scores,” State School Superintendent Richard Woods said. [Full Story »]
A recent report from the Georgia Department of Education shows that DCHS’s 2019 graduation rate, 97.4% surpasses the state average of 82% and places the school at the top of its RESA District.
DCHS Principal Dr. Susan Long was elated to hear these results and quick to give credit to the school’s staff and students for their commitment. In a staff-wide email, Long said, “Thank you so much for ALL you do at DCHS! You make great things happen, and I am honored to be here with you each day!
Long added that the school’s success is the result of the students’ and staff’s “dedication, encouragement, and expertise.”
According to the GaDOE press release, the overall state average is at an all-time high, increasing a total of 12 percentage points since 2012.
DCHS, with its 97.4% graduation rate, ranks among the 71 Georgia school districts with a recorded graduation rates at or above 90 percent and only 24 districts with recorded rates at or above 95%.
“I’m proud today of Georgia’s teachers and students, who are doing the on-the-ground work that leads to increases in our graduation rate and other indicators – including NAEP and Georgia Milestones scores,” State School Superintendent Richard Woods said. [Full Story »]
Homecoming parade Friday
By Amy Mullis
After spending the majority of her life leading her students and her fellow teachers, local math teaching legend Careen Fordham will lead the way for the Dodge County High School (DCHS) Homecoming Parade on Friday, September 27 as the 2019 grand marshal.
DCHS teachers and administrators alike were elated to learn that Fordham had accepted this honor.
“She has positively impacted many students who have crossed the stage to graduate, and she has been a great mentor and role model for her fellow teachers,” said DCHS Principal Dr. Susan Long.
Fordham’s life in Dodge County began when her father’s work brought their family from Montgomery, Alabama, when she was ten years old. After graduating with the DCHS Class of 1963, she earned her bachelor’s degree in math from Berry College and launched into a profession that would impact far more lives than she would ever imagine and likely more than her humbleness would allow her to admit.
After graduating from Berry, life took Fordham on an exciting ride. She taught math in Florida, Washington, Virginia, and Rhode Island and also took her teaching talent over international waters to teach on military bases in Germany, Turkey, Labrador, and Spain.
Fordham honed her craft by earning a master’s degree from Georgia Southwestern University and her specialist’s degree from Columbus State.
By 1988, life brought Fordham back to Eastman, and in 1993 she returned to her alma mater sharing her love of math, learning, and teaching with her tribe at DCHS and impacting the lives of an incalculable number of students.
“Mrs. Fordham was the teacher that everyone wanted to have,” said Susan Underwood, a DCHS math teacher who experienced the joy of working with Fordham. “She was passionate about teaching and was a true advocate for her students.”
But Fordham’s impact on Underwood was not just within the walls of DCHS.
“We developed a lifelong friendship, and I am so grateful that she served as my mentor teacher as I began my career,” Underwood said. “Her advice and guidance have helped mold me into the teacher that I am today!”
Fordham spent 37 years in the classroom. In addition to being the advisor for the yearbook and establishing Math Club, she taught all levels of high school math and for a stint had the opportunity to teach some of those former high school students at the collegiate level at Middle Georgia College.
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After spending the majority of her life leading her students and her fellow teachers, local math teaching legend Careen Fordham will lead the way for the Dodge County High School (DCHS) Homecoming Parade on Friday, September 27 as the 2019 grand marshal.
DCHS teachers and administrators alike were elated to learn that Fordham had accepted this honor.
“She has positively impacted many students who have crossed the stage to graduate, and she has been a great mentor and role model for her fellow teachers,” said DCHS Principal Dr. Susan Long.
Fordham’s life in Dodge County began when her father’s work brought their family from Montgomery, Alabama, when she was ten years old. After graduating with the DCHS Class of 1963, she earned her bachelor’s degree in math from Berry College and launched into a profession that would impact far more lives than she would ever imagine and likely more than her humbleness would allow her to admit.
After graduating from Berry, life took Fordham on an exciting ride. She taught math in Florida, Washington, Virginia, and Rhode Island and also took her teaching talent over international waters to teach on military bases in Germany, Turkey, Labrador, and Spain.
Fordham honed her craft by earning a master’s degree from Georgia Southwestern University and her specialist’s degree from Columbus State.
By 1988, life brought Fordham back to Eastman, and in 1993 she returned to her alma mater sharing her love of math, learning, and teaching with her tribe at DCHS and impacting the lives of an incalculable number of students.
“Mrs. Fordham was the teacher that everyone wanted to have,” said Susan Underwood, a DCHS math teacher who experienced the joy of working with Fordham. “She was passionate about teaching and was a true advocate for her students.”
But Fordham’s impact on Underwood was not just within the walls of DCHS.
“We developed a lifelong friendship, and I am so grateful that she served as my mentor teacher as I began my career,” Underwood said. “Her advice and guidance have helped mold me into the teacher that I am today!”
Fordham spent 37 years in the classroom. In addition to being the advisor for the yearbook and establishing Math Club, she taught all levels of high school math and for a stint had the opportunity to teach some of those former high school students at the collegiate level at Middle Georgia College.
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Drug trafficking cases are made by Dodge deputies
On Thursday, September 12, two local people were arrested and charged with trafficking Ecstasy, possession of Marijuana (edibles) with intent to distribute, possession of Schedule IV drugs, possession of drug related objects and possession of s firearm during the commission of these crimes.
Kristen Walker, age 30, and Michael Tyrone Jackson, age 31, both of 5417 7th Avenue in Eastman are currently incarcerated in the Dodge County Law Enforcement Center pending bond.
After an ongoing investigation, sheriff’s deputies, along with the Eastman Police Department, went to the residence and conducted a bond search and located 200 suspected Ecstasy pills, almost two pounds of suspected edible marijuana, suspected Xanax, a handgun and a small amount of cash.
Dodge County Sheriff Lynn Sheffield advises that if you see or know of any drug activity in your community to please notify your local law enforcement agency.
The Dodge County Sheriff’s Department reported the following arrests for September 10, 2019 through September 16, 2019:
Russell Eugene Clark, age 49, of Eastman, was arrested for giving false name, address or birthdate to law enforcement officer.
Michael Tyrone Jackson, age 31, of Hawkinsville, was arrested for trafficking in Ecstasy, possession of marijuana with intent to distribute, possession and use of drug related objects, possession of a Schedule IV controlled substance and receipt, possession or transfer of firearm by convicted felon or felony first offender
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Kristen Walker, age 30, and Michael Tyrone Jackson, age 31, both of 5417 7th Avenue in Eastman are currently incarcerated in the Dodge County Law Enforcement Center pending bond.
After an ongoing investigation, sheriff’s deputies, along with the Eastman Police Department, went to the residence and conducted a bond search and located 200 suspected Ecstasy pills, almost two pounds of suspected edible marijuana, suspected Xanax, a handgun and a small amount of cash.
Dodge County Sheriff Lynn Sheffield advises that if you see or know of any drug activity in your community to please notify your local law enforcement agency.
The Dodge County Sheriff’s Department reported the following arrests for September 10, 2019 through September 16, 2019:
Russell Eugene Clark, age 49, of Eastman, was arrested for giving false name, address or birthdate to law enforcement officer.
Michael Tyrone Jackson, age 31, of Hawkinsville, was arrested for trafficking in Ecstasy, possession of marijuana with intent to distribute, possession and use of drug related objects, possession of a Schedule IV controlled substance and receipt, possession or transfer of firearm by convicted felon or felony first offender
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Officers make arrests
The Eastman Police Department announces the following arrests for the week of September 2, 2019 - September 10, 2019:
Devin Northcutt, age 25, of Eastman, was arrested for FTP bench warrant.
Frank Westbrook, age 54, of Eastman, was arrested for criminal trespass-private.
Jacolby Gordon, age 36, of Eastman, was arrested for assist other agency.
Donna Bennett, age 60, of Eastman, was arrested for shoplifting less than $500.00.
Wil Southerland, age 43, of Eastman, was arrested for operating vehicle without valid tag/decal, driving while license suspended or revoked and no insurance.
Eric Reese, age 47, of Eastman, was arrested for pedestrian under the influence (PUI).
Michael Rainey, age 37, of Eastman, was arrested for probation violation.
Alfredia McCrimmon, age 56, of Eastman, was arrested for cruelty to children in the third degree.
Juvenile, age 15, of Eastman, was arrested for unruly, disorderly conduct, criminal trespass-private and school compulsory law.
The Dodge County Sheriff’s Department reported the following arrests for September 2, 2019 through September 10, 2019:
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Devin Northcutt, age 25, of Eastman, was arrested for FTP bench warrant.
Frank Westbrook, age 54, of Eastman, was arrested for criminal trespass-private.
Jacolby Gordon, age 36, of Eastman, was arrested for assist other agency.
Donna Bennett, age 60, of Eastman, was arrested for shoplifting less than $500.00.
Wil Southerland, age 43, of Eastman, was arrested for operating vehicle without valid tag/decal, driving while license suspended or revoked and no insurance.
Eric Reese, age 47, of Eastman, was arrested for pedestrian under the influence (PUI).
Michael Rainey, age 37, of Eastman, was arrested for probation violation.
Alfredia McCrimmon, age 56, of Eastman, was arrested for cruelty to children in the third degree.
Juvenile, age 15, of Eastman, was arrested for unruly, disorderly conduct, criminal trespass-private and school compulsory law.
The Dodge County Sheriff’s Department reported the following arrests for September 2, 2019 through September 10, 2019:
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Millage rates set
The Dodge County Commissioners have set the millage rate for 2019. At their third and final public hearing held on Friday, August 30, the commissioners voted to raise the millage rate one mil. That will bring the millage rate for 2019 to 12.536.
The Dodge County School Board has also set their millage rate for 2019. The board did not increase the millage rate and it will stand at 14.00 mills.
The City of Eastman council set their 2019 millage rate at 7.5 mills on Monday, August 26. That rate is the same as 2018.
The Dodge County School Board has also set their millage rate for 2019. The board did not increase the millage rate and it will stand at 14.00 mills.
The City of Eastman council set their 2019 millage rate at 7.5 mills on Monday, August 26. That rate is the same as 2018.
Eastman police make arrests
The Eastman Police Department announces the following arrests for the week of August 19, 2019 - August 27, 2019
Patricia Gilbert, age 57, of Macon, was arrested for probation violation.
Marvin Davis, age 45, of Eastman, was arrested for shoplifting less than $500.00 and criminal trespass-business.
Juvenile, age 16, of Eastman, was arrested for unruly, underage possession of tobacco/cigarettes and school compulsory law.
Juvenile, age 16, of Chauncey, was arrested for unruly, underage possession of tobacco/cigarettes and school compulsory law.
Dominic Crocker, age 54, of Eastman, was arrested for driving while license suspended or revoked and failure to stop at stop/yield sign.
Amberlyn Floyd, age 20, of Eastman, was arrested for driving while license suspended or revoked.
James Austin, age 28, of Eastman, was arrested for operating a vehicle without valid tag/decal and driving while license suspended or revoked.
Patricia Gilbert, age 57, of Macon, was arrested for probation violation.
Marvin Davis, age 45, of Eastman, was arrested for shoplifting less than $500.00 and criminal trespass-business.
Juvenile, age 16, of Eastman, was arrested for unruly, underage possession of tobacco/cigarettes and school compulsory law.
Juvenile, age 16, of Chauncey, was arrested for unruly, underage possession of tobacco/cigarettes and school compulsory law.
Dominic Crocker, age 54, of Eastman, was arrested for driving while license suspended or revoked and failure to stop at stop/yield sign.
Amberlyn Floyd, age 20, of Eastman, was arrested for driving while license suspended or revoked.
James Austin, age 28, of Eastman, was arrested for operating a vehicle without valid tag/decal and driving while license suspended or revoked.
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