Friday, November 13, 2015
Detectives are investigating a Thursday afternoon shooting on the 1100 block of East 57th Street, that left Carlos Roundtree, 18, with a non-life threatening injury.
At about 1:30 p.m. Metro responded to the scene and found Roundtree suffering from a gunshot wound. He was transported by ambulance to Memorial University Medical Center.
"Roundtree was reportedly riding his bike when a suspect in a gray Ford F-150 opened fire," police say.
"The vehicle was last seen traveling west on East 57th street toward Waters Avenue. The suspect is described as black male in his early 20s, with a dark complexion and unkempt Afro. Investigators believe the victim and suspect may be acquainted."
At about 1:30 p.m. Metro responded to the scene and found Roundtree suffering from a gunshot wound. He was transported by ambulance to Memorial University Medical Center.
"Roundtree was reportedly riding his bike when a suspect in a gray Ford F-150 opened fire," police say.
"The vehicle was last seen traveling west on East 57th street toward Waters Avenue. The suspect is described as black male in his early 20s, with a dark complexion and unkempt Afro. Investigators believe the victim and suspect may be acquainted."
Thursday, November 12, 2015
Warner
"At about 2 a.m. an Islands Precinct patrol officer stopped Warner after reports of someone fitting his description prowling in yards and tampering with vehicles. Warner complied with the officer initially, but attempted to flee as the officer stepped away to verify his identity," police say.
"Warner struck the officer, as that officer attempted to subdue him. The two scuffled briefly before Warner fled. Warner was not located after a search of the area. The officer sustained minor injuries."
Detectives obtained an arrest warrant for Reginald Johnson, 26, after a Wednesday night shooting on Sterling near Wheaton Street, that claimed the life of John Williams, 22.
On Thursday afternoon Johnson turned himself in at Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Headquarters. He was arrested without incident and charged with murder.
At about 8:19 p.m. Metro responded to the scene where Williams was found suffering from a gunshot wound. Williams was transported to Memorial University Medical Center where he was pronounced deceased.
"Investigators believe Williams was shot during a verbal altercation with Johnson. Detectives also believe, this altercation may have stemmed from an ongoing feud between the two men," police say.
Johnson is described as a black male standing 6 feet and weighing roughly 140 pounds. He drives a white 2007 Chevrolet Impala or Malibu. Johnson frequents Fred Wessels Homes.
Johnson faces murder charges. He is believed to be armed and dangerous. Any citizen who sees Johnson should not approach him, but should call 911 immediately.
On Thursday afternoon Johnson turned himself in at Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Headquarters. He was arrested without incident and charged with murder.
At about 8:19 p.m. Metro responded to the scene where Williams was found suffering from a gunshot wound. Williams was transported to Memorial University Medical Center where he was pronounced deceased.
"Investigators believe Williams was shot during a verbal altercation with Johnson. Detectives also believe, this altercation may have stemmed from an ongoing feud between the two men," police say.
Johnson is described as a black male standing 6 feet and weighing roughly 140 pounds. He drives a white 2007 Chevrolet Impala or Malibu. Johnson frequents Fred Wessels Homes.
Johnson faces murder charges. He is believed to be armed and dangerous. Any citizen who sees Johnson should not approach him, but should call 911 immediately.
Wednesday, November 11, 2015
Merle Haggard has announced his show at the Johnny Mercer Theatre on Thursday, March 10, 2016, at 7:30pm.
Tickets are on presale now at savannahcivic.com with password SILVERWINGS and on sale to the public Friday, November 13 at 10 a.m.
Tickets are on presale now at savannahcivic.com with password SILVERWINGS and on sale to the public Friday, November 13 at 10 a.m.
Monday, November 9, 2015
Detectives are investigating two shootings occurring on Saturday.
"At about 6:23 p.m. Metro responded to a business on the 4500 block of Montgomery Street, where Ronald Hughes, 25, sought help after sustaining a non-life-threatening gunshot wound," police say.
Hughes was reportedly shot while in his vehicle, by an unknown male, at an unspecified location. Investigators are working to identify suspects and the location of the shooting. Hughes' vehicle was not present when officers arrived. The vehicle is described as a tan Chevy Malibu.
"At about 3:33 p.m. Metro also responded to a residence on the 2100 block of East 57th Street, were Michael Bernard Knight, 22, was found suffering from a gunshot wound," police say.
Knight was "reportedly shot by his acquaintance, Vincent James Zapeline, 21, during an altercation at Zapeline’s residence. Zapeline and Hughes were both in possession of firearms," police say.
There were no arrests, as this case remains under investigation.
"At about 6:23 p.m. Metro responded to a business on the 4500 block of Montgomery Street, where Ronald Hughes, 25, sought help after sustaining a non-life-threatening gunshot wound," police say.
Hughes was reportedly shot while in his vehicle, by an unknown male, at an unspecified location. Investigators are working to identify suspects and the location of the shooting. Hughes' vehicle was not present when officers arrived. The vehicle is described as a tan Chevy Malibu.
"At about 3:33 p.m. Metro also responded to a residence on the 2100 block of East 57th Street, were Michael Bernard Knight, 22, was found suffering from a gunshot wound," police say.
Knight was "reportedly shot by his acquaintance, Vincent James Zapeline, 21, during an altercation at Zapeline’s residence. Zapeline and Hughes were both in possession of firearms," police say.
There were no arrests, as this case remains under investigation.
Saturday, November 7, 2015
Detectives are investigating three robberies occurring on Oglethorpe Avenue on Thursday between 9:09 p.m. and midnight. One of the robberies resulted in an arrest, and another resulted in an injury.
Friday morning, "Metro received reports of an armed robbery and cutting on Oglethorpe Avenue and Abercorn Street that occurred close to midnight on Thursday," police say.
"Two victims were walking together when an armed suspect demanded one victim’s purse. The second victim attempted to stop the suspect and was cut. The cutting victim sought treatment of a non-life-threatening injury at Memorial University Medical Center on Friday."
The suspect is described as a white or Hispanic male, standing about 6-01 with a slender build. During the incident he wore a hat and a dark colored shirt.
At about 9:09 p.m. "Metro responded to an armed robbery reported on the 700 block of West Oglethorpe Avenue. The suspect demanded the victim’s belongings. The victim complied. The robbery suspect fled in a vehicle driven by a second suspect. The pair was last seen crossing the Talmadge Bridge into South Carolina. No injuries were reported," police say.
The first suspect is described as a black male in his early 20s, standing 6 feet to 6-3, with an average to muscular build. During the robbery he wore a black hoodie and black jeans, with a black bandana over his face. The second suspect is a black male in his early 20s with a light complexion. He wore a black polo during the incident. They fled in a white 2012 Chevrolet Impala.
At about 9:07 p.m. "Metro responded to a third armed robbery reported on the 200 block of West Oglethorpe Avenue. A male subject entered the female victim’s office requesting food. An airsoft pistol resembling a real gun was presented when she said no. The suspect grabbed the victim’s cellular phone and fled. No injuries were reported. The cellular phone was traced to the 500 block of Hartridge Street, still in the suspect’s possession," police say.
The suspect was identified as Richard Conyers, 21. He was arrested and charged with armed robbery.
Friday morning, "Metro received reports of an armed robbery and cutting on Oglethorpe Avenue and Abercorn Street that occurred close to midnight on Thursday," police say.
"Two victims were walking together when an armed suspect demanded one victim’s purse. The second victim attempted to stop the suspect and was cut. The cutting victim sought treatment of a non-life-threatening injury at Memorial University Medical Center on Friday."
The suspect is described as a white or Hispanic male, standing about 6-01 with a slender build. During the incident he wore a hat and a dark colored shirt.
At about 9:09 p.m. "Metro responded to an armed robbery reported on the 700 block of West Oglethorpe Avenue. The suspect demanded the victim’s belongings. The victim complied. The robbery suspect fled in a vehicle driven by a second suspect. The pair was last seen crossing the Talmadge Bridge into South Carolina. No injuries were reported," police say.
The first suspect is described as a black male in his early 20s, standing 6 feet to 6-3, with an average to muscular build. During the robbery he wore a black hoodie and black jeans, with a black bandana over his face. The second suspect is a black male in his early 20s with a light complexion. He wore a black polo during the incident. They fled in a white 2012 Chevrolet Impala.
At about 9:07 p.m. "Metro responded to a third armed robbery reported on the 200 block of West Oglethorpe Avenue. A male subject entered the female victim’s office requesting food. An airsoft pistol resembling a real gun was presented when she said no. The suspect grabbed the victim’s cellular phone and fled. No injuries were reported. The cellular phone was traced to the 500 block of Hartridge Street, still in the suspect’s possession," police say.
The suspect was identified as Richard Conyers, 21. He was arrested and charged with armed robbery.
Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police arrested Calvin Polite, 28, and Leroy Bryant, 32, "for an exchange of gunfire that damaged three units and 10 vehicles at an apartment complex on the 2800 block of Capital Street early Friday morning," police say.
Metro responded at about 2:30 a.m. after reports of shots fired between two groups of people, "with one group dispersing in an unknown direction and the other fleeing in a vehicle. No injuries were reported."
With Metro officers on scene, a car matching the suspect’s vehicle description passed the area before striking a nearby curb and deflating its tire. "The vehicle continued, then parked in front of a New Mexico Street residence. Officers found Polite and Bryant hiding on the property. Three firearms were located in the yard. Bullet holes also were observed on the car," police say.
Both men are charged with aggravated assault and criminal damage to property. Bryant also is charged with possession of a firearm by a first offender probationer. Polite had an additional felony warrant from the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office.
This is an ongoing investigation. Detectives seek to identify other suspects involved in this case.
Metro responded at about 2:30 a.m. after reports of shots fired between two groups of people, "with one group dispersing in an unknown direction and the other fleeing in a vehicle. No injuries were reported."
With Metro officers on scene, a car matching the suspect’s vehicle description passed the area before striking a nearby curb and deflating its tire. "The vehicle continued, then parked in front of a New Mexico Street residence. Officers found Polite and Bryant hiding on the property. Three firearms were located in the yard. Bullet holes also were observed on the car," police say.
Both men are charged with aggravated assault and criminal damage to property. Bryant also is charged with possession of a firearm by a first offender probationer. Polite had an additional felony warrant from the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office.
This is an ongoing investigation. Detectives seek to identify other suspects involved in this case.
Friday, November 6, 2015
The Forsyth Farmers' Market, usually open Saturday mornings, will NOT be open this Saturday due to the Rock 'N' Roll Marathon. The next edition of the Market returns Nov. 14.
This year's last Market date will be Dec. 19. They will take two Saturdays off for the holidays and return Jan. 9.
This year's last Market date will be Dec. 19. They will take two Saturdays off for the holidays and return Jan. 9.
Thursday, November 5, 2015
Lane closures resulting in traffic delays are expected on the Talmadge Bridge between noon and 8 p.m. on Friday, "a timeframe in which large crowds of Rock-n-Roll Marathon participants will travel to and from the Savannah International Trade & Convention Center to register for the race," police say.
Due to construction on the Back River Bridge, traffic delays are anticipated on the southbound side of the Talmadge. "Drivers seeking alternates routes to Hutchinson Island, where the Convention Center is located, may utilize free water ferries. Ferry docks are located on River Street near the Bull Street Ramp," police say.
Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police will utilize SCMPD.org to advise residents and visitors of information surrounding Saturday’s Rock n’ Roll Marathon.
Due to construction on the Back River Bridge, traffic delays are anticipated on the southbound side of the Talmadge. "Drivers seeking alternates routes to Hutchinson Island, where the Convention Center is located, may utilize free water ferries. Ferry docks are located on River Street near the Bull Street Ramp," police say.
Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police will utilize SCMPD.org to advise residents and visitors of information surrounding Saturday’s Rock n’ Roll Marathon.
Tuesday, November 3, 2015
The campaign of Detric Leggett, challenging Mary Osborne for 2nd District Alderman, sent these photos.
"These pictures were taken around 9am, posted on Facebook and provided to our campaign," says Leggett's campaign manager Scott Cleaveland.
"Detric Leggett who's running for the second district, confronted the poll manager and the individual that was paid by the mayor's campaign to distribute sample ballots leaning against the polling place," Cleaveland alleges.
"If this is a close race we will be raising hell over this legally. Best part is we have the name and contact information of the individual that was canvassing. Illegally. As well as Mary Osborne's manager was there as well," he says.
"These pictures were taken around 9am, posted on Facebook and provided to our campaign," says Leggett's campaign manager Scott Cleaveland.
"Detric Leggett who's running for the second district, confronted the poll manager and the individual that was paid by the mayor's campaign to distribute sample ballots leaning against the polling place," Cleaveland alleges.
"If this is a close race we will be raising hell over this legally. Best part is we have the name and contact information of the individual that was canvassing. Illegally. As well as Mary Osborne's manager was there as well," he says.
