Friday, April 22, 2016
The Chatham-Savannah Counter Narcotics Team (CNT) "has made numerous crystal methamphetamine-related arrests this week following several investigations
," a CNT spokesperson says.
CNT arrested 11 people and also assisted with a search warrant in a neighboring jurisdiction which resulted in additional arrests.
On April 18, CNT arrested 27-year-old Amanda Walker of Savannah, 30-year-old Sarah Kment of Richmond Hill, 28-year-old Brandon Elrod of Ellabell and 32-year-old James Tyson of Savannah.
"Walker and Kment were posting as escorts on Backpage. CNT, who is familiar with Walker from previous arrests, arranged a meeting with an undercover agent. During the meeting, all parties agreed to exchange crystal methamphetamine and sexual favors for money. Elrod and Tyson were arrested in connection with the operation," CNT reports.
Later that same night, CNT arrested 39-year old Jonathan Gaines of Springfield, 28-year-old Kyle Jenkins of Rincon, 30-year-old Corey Smith of Ellabell and 28-year-old Miranda Wilson of Eden.
"All four persons were arrested following an operation where Gaines attempted to sell crystal methamphetamine with the assistance of Jenkins, Wilson and Smith. Various forms of controlled substance were seized in the operation in addition to the crystal methamphetamine," CNT says.
On April 20, CNT with the assistance of the United States Marshals arrested 40-year-old Jason Tillman and 29-year-old James Ward III, both from Bloomingdale. Tillman was in possession of a stolen vehicle at the time of his arrest. Ward was arrested in Statesboro and was in possession of a firearm.
"During an investigation into Ward and Tillman, undercover CNT agents made several purchases of crystal methamphetamine from the men. On April 19, Ward’s Facebook page displayed a post that suggested he knew he was wanted, that he was not turning himself in and gave his opinion about the police, specifically CNT," the agency reports.
Two stolen vehicles were recovered during CNT's investigation into Ward and Tillman and four vehicles were seized in the above mention operations.
Yesterday, CNT with assistance from the Effingham County Sheriff’s Office (ECSO) Drug Unit arrested 31-year-old Brandon Holton of Eden. Holton was wanted in connection of a joint CNT/ECSO operation where Holton was selling crystal methamphetamine.
According to CNT, James Ward of Bloomingdale made a Facebook post that suggested he knew he was wanted and that he was not turning himself in
CNT arrested 11 people and also assisted with a search warrant in a neighboring jurisdiction which resulted in additional arrests.
On April 18, CNT arrested 27-year-old Amanda Walker of Savannah, 30-year-old Sarah Kment of Richmond Hill, 28-year-old Brandon Elrod of Ellabell and 32-year-old James Tyson of Savannah.
"Walker and Kment were posting as escorts on Backpage. CNT, who is familiar with Walker from previous arrests, arranged a meeting with an undercover agent. During the meeting, all parties agreed to exchange crystal methamphetamine and sexual favors for money. Elrod and Tyson were arrested in connection with the operation," CNT reports.
Later that same night, CNT arrested 39-year old Jonathan Gaines of Springfield, 28-year-old Kyle Jenkins of Rincon, 30-year-old Corey Smith of Ellabell and 28-year-old Miranda Wilson of Eden.
"All four persons were arrested following an operation where Gaines attempted to sell crystal methamphetamine with the assistance of Jenkins, Wilson and Smith. Various forms of controlled substance were seized in the operation in addition to the crystal methamphetamine," CNT says.
On April 20, CNT with the assistance of the United States Marshals arrested 40-year-old Jason Tillman and 29-year-old James Ward III, both from Bloomingdale. Tillman was in possession of a stolen vehicle at the time of his arrest. Ward was arrested in Statesboro and was in possession of a firearm.
"During an investigation into Ward and Tillman, undercover CNT agents made several purchases of crystal methamphetamine from the men. On April 19, Ward’s Facebook page displayed a post that suggested he knew he was wanted, that he was not turning himself in and gave his opinion about the police, specifically CNT," the agency reports.
Two stolen vehicles were recovered during CNT's investigation into Ward and Tillman and four vehicles were seized in the above mention operations.
Yesterday, CNT with assistance from the Effingham County Sheriff’s Office (ECSO) Drug Unit arrested 31-year-old Brandon Holton of Eden. Holton was wanted in connection of a joint CNT/ECSO operation where Holton was selling crystal methamphetamine.
Detectives are investigating a homicide that occurred April 21 at a residence in the 600 block of East 39th Street.
"Metro officers responded to the scene at approximately 5 p.m., and found a male deceased inside the residence. The name of the deceased is being withheld, pending next of kin notification. Detectives are currently canvassing the area and interviewing potential witnesses," police say.
"Metro officers responded to the scene at approximately 5 p.m., and found a male deceased inside the residence. The name of the deceased is being withheld, pending next of kin notification. Detectives are currently canvassing the area and interviewing potential witnesses," police say.
Wednesday, April 20, 2016
Police investigators are searching for a man who stole a camera valued at $1000 from a church on March 6.
Just before 3 p.m. on March 6, "a church deacon was taking pictures of members at a church located on the 500 block of Hamilton Court, when he left his camera unattended," police say.
"When the deacon returned, his camera was missing. Ashton Gibbs, 26, a paid musician at the church, was last seen near the camera and had also left the scene. The next day, investigators learned that Gibbs pawned the camera at a local pawn shop."
Gibbs faces theft by taking and theft by conversion charges stemming from this incident. He is described as a black male of a dark brown complexion, weighing approximately 155 pounds and standing at five feet eleven inches tall.
Gibbs is known to frequent the Tatemville area.
Just before 3 p.m. on March 6, "a church deacon was taking pictures of members at a church located on the 500 block of Hamilton Court, when he left his camera unattended," police say.
"When the deacon returned, his camera was missing. Ashton Gibbs, 26, a paid musician at the church, was last seen near the camera and had also left the scene. The next day, investigators learned that Gibbs pawned the camera at a local pawn shop."
Gibbs faces theft by taking and theft by conversion charges stemming from this incident. He is described as a black male of a dark brown complexion, weighing approximately 155 pounds and standing at five feet eleven inches tall.
Gibbs is known to frequent the Tatemville area.
Police arrested three men yesterday "wanted in conjunction with an auto theft that occurred April 13 in the 1600 block of Wheaton Street," a department spokesperson says.
Joe Carter III, 29, Stephen Jiles, 25, and Khalid Felder, 20, were stopped near Bee Road and Victory Drive April 19. The suspects were driving a white Nissan Altima, "which matched the description of a suspect vehicle used in the April 13 theft of a 2016 Nissan Murano," police say.
"Three stolen guns and marijuana were found inside the Altima. In addition to the stolen guns, the stolen Nissan Murano was also recovered."
All three men were arrested. Carter is charged with possession of a firearm by convicted felon. Felder is charged with theft by receiving stolen property (gun). Jiles is charged with possession of firearm by convicted felon and theft by receiving stolen property (gun).
The incident remains under investigation. Additional charges may be pending for all three.
Joe Carter III, 29, Stephen Jiles, 25, and Khalid Felder, 20, were stopped near Bee Road and Victory Drive April 19. The suspects were driving a white Nissan Altima, "which matched the description of a suspect vehicle used in the April 13 theft of a 2016 Nissan Murano," police say.
"Three stolen guns and marijuana were found inside the Altima. In addition to the stolen guns, the stolen Nissan Murano was also recovered."
All three men were arrested. Carter is charged with possession of a firearm by convicted felon. Felder is charged with theft by receiving stolen property (gun). Jiles is charged with possession of firearm by convicted felon and theft by receiving stolen property (gun).
The incident remains under investigation. Additional charges may be pending for all three.
Tuesday, April 19, 2016
Police are investigating a sexual assault that occurred at approximately 5:30 a.m., April 19, near West 37th Street and Barnard Street.
"A 20-year-old female was sexually assaulted by an unknown male. The victim escaped and fled to the area of Montgomery Street and Pearl Street where she was assisted by bystanders until Metro officers arrived. Following the assault, the victim was transported to a nearby hospital," police say.
The suspect is described as a clean-shaven black male with a dark complexion, 25-35 years old, and approximately 6-feet tall and 200 pounds. He was wearing a gray hooded sweatshirt and jeans.
"A 20-year-old female was sexually assaulted by an unknown male. The victim escaped and fled to the area of Montgomery Street and Pearl Street where she was assisted by bystanders until Metro officers arrived. Following the assault, the victim was transported to a nearby hospital," police say.
The suspect is described as a clean-shaven black male with a dark complexion, 25-35 years old, and approximately 6-feet tall and 200 pounds. He was wearing a gray hooded sweatshirt and jeans.
Detectives are investigating a shooting that occurred at approximately 1:45 p.m., April 18, in the 600 block of Draper Street in Kayton Homes.
Marvin Brannen, 37, was walking with two children when he was approached by the suspect, Rodney Dailey, 26," police say.
"After a physical altercation ensured, one of the two men pulled a handgun. The gun went off during the struggle and Brannen sustained non-life threatening injuries. He went to Memorial University Medical Center for treatment, where medical staff called police to report the shooting," they say.
Detectives are actively seeking the whereabouts of Dailey, who is currently wanted for questioning in reference to this shooting. The incident remains under investigation.
Marvin Brannen, 37, was walking with two children when he was approached by the suspect, Rodney Dailey, 26," police say.
"After a physical altercation ensured, one of the two men pulled a handgun. The gun went off during the struggle and Brannen sustained non-life threatening injuries. He went to Memorial University Medical Center for treatment, where medical staff called police to report the shooting," they say.
Detectives are actively seeking the whereabouts of Dailey, who is currently wanted for questioning in reference to this shooting. The incident remains under investigation.
Monday, April 18, 2016
Detectives are searching for Mychal Jones, who is wanted for three counts of aggravated assault, cruelty to children, possession of a firearm and party to a crime.
Jones, 27, is 5-feet, 4-inches tall, approximately 165 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair.
"The current arrest warrants stem from a March 28 incident in which Jones allegedly had a confrontation with and fired a weapon at a female victim near the intersection of 31st Street and Atlantic," police say.
"Jones then followed the car and smashed the window of the victim’s car. Jones is known to carry a firearm, so he should be considered armed and dangerous. He has been arrested nine times for various crimes, including firearms and drug related charges."
Jones, 27, is 5-feet, 4-inches tall, approximately 165 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair.
"The current arrest warrants stem from a March 28 incident in which Jones allegedly had a confrontation with and fired a weapon at a female victim near the intersection of 31st Street and Atlantic," police say.
"Jones then followed the car and smashed the window of the victim’s car. Jones is known to carry a firearm, so he should be considered armed and dangerous. He has been arrested nine times for various crimes, including firearms and drug related charges."
Detectives are investigating a shooting that occurred at approximately 3 a.m., April 16, in the 300 block of West 45th Street.
"Deangelo Smith, 29, walked up to a business in the area with a gunshot wound. He was transported to Memorial University Medical Center with serious, but non-life threatening injuries," police say.
"Deangelo Smith, 29, walked up to a business in the area with a gunshot wound. He was transported to Memorial University Medical Center with serious, but non-life threatening injuries," police say.
Sunday, April 17, 2016
Detectives are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred in the early morning hours of April 17.
"At approximately 4:40 a.m., Metro officers responded to a report of an injured man, who was found on the shoulder of the roadway on Southbound Harry Truman Parkway. Upon arrival, officers found the man suffering from a serious gunshot wound," police say.
The victim, Brandon Champion, 25, was transported to a local hospital where he later died.
"Detectives stress that this does not appear to be a random shooting," police report.
"At approximately 4:40 a.m., Metro officers responded to a report of an injured man, who was found on the shoulder of the roadway on Southbound Harry Truman Parkway. Upon arrival, officers found the man suffering from a serious gunshot wound," police say.
The victim, Brandon Champion, 25, was transported to a local hospital where he later died.
"Detectives stress that this does not appear to be a random shooting," police report.
Friday, April 15, 2016
Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police officers are assisting the Tybee Island Police Department during the annual Orange Crush event April 15-16.
"A designated group of Metro Officers will be assigned to the Orange Crush Beach Festivities. This designated group of Metro Officers will be sworn on Friday April 15, 2016 at the Tybee Island court house, enabling them to enforce laws within Tybee's jurisdiction," police say.
"SCMPD Officers will also be assigned to traffic duties along the Hwy 80 corridor. Officers will use Police Marked Motorcycles and All-Terrain Vehicles to monitor traffic along the Hwy 80 Corridor. A Command Post will be placed in the area of Bryan Woods Road near Hwy 80," they report.
Police officials stress that visitors and residents of Tybee Island should anticipate traffic delays along Highway 80, especially from 5 p.m. through midnight each day.
“We received a lot of outside support from other agencies during our St. Patrick’s Day event, so this is a good opportunity to return the favor,” said Star Cpl Rick Davis, who is working SCMPD’s logistics for the Orange Crush event.
“Metro is continuing support of nearby municipalities through traffic control and traffic enforcement. We want to ensure a fun and safe time for everyone at Orange Crush.”
An increased presence of Metro officers will patrol the areas of West Highway 80 at Grays Creek to the East end of Hwy 80 at San Marcos Drive near Estill Hammock. If necessary, drivers may be detoured from Highway 80 to the Island Expressway to alleviate traffic congestion.
"A designated group of Metro Officers will be assigned to the Orange Crush Beach Festivities. This designated group of Metro Officers will be sworn on Friday April 15, 2016 at the Tybee Island court house, enabling them to enforce laws within Tybee's jurisdiction," police say.
"SCMPD Officers will also be assigned to traffic duties along the Hwy 80 corridor. Officers will use Police Marked Motorcycles and All-Terrain Vehicles to monitor traffic along the Hwy 80 Corridor. A Command Post will be placed in the area of Bryan Woods Road near Hwy 80," they report.
Police officials stress that visitors and residents of Tybee Island should anticipate traffic delays along Highway 80, especially from 5 p.m. through midnight each day.
“We received a lot of outside support from other agencies during our St. Patrick’s Day event, so this is a good opportunity to return the favor,” said Star Cpl Rick Davis, who is working SCMPD’s logistics for the Orange Crush event.
“Metro is continuing support of nearby municipalities through traffic control and traffic enforcement. We want to ensure a fun and safe time for everyone at Orange Crush.”
An increased presence of Metro officers will patrol the areas of West Highway 80 at Grays Creek to the East end of Hwy 80 at San Marcos Drive near Estill Hammock. If necessary, drivers may be detoured from Highway 80 to the Island Expressway to alleviate traffic congestion.
