Wednesday, December 2, 2015
Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Department’s Violent Crimes detectives "ask the public’s help in obtaining information on a Wednesday morning shooting near the 100 block of West 33rd Street, that injured three males and claimed the life of one female," police say.
At about 1:22 a.m. Metro received a ShotSpotter alert, "immediately followed by reports of shootings from dispatch and Savannah Fire Department (SFD). Metro arrived to the area, finding shooting victims Jamond Heyward, 17, Brandy Council, 34, Jarrett Myers, 40, and Jeran Washington, 52," police say.
"Council succumbed to her injuries. Heyward, Myers and Washington were transported by ambulance to Memorial University Medical Center with non-life-threatening wounds," police say.
Detectives believe there were at least two shooters in this case.
At about 1:22 a.m. Metro received a ShotSpotter alert, "immediately followed by reports of shootings from dispatch and Savannah Fire Department (SFD). Metro arrived to the area, finding shooting victims Jamond Heyward, 17, Brandy Council, 34, Jarrett Myers, 40, and Jeran Washington, 52," police say.
"Council succumbed to her injuries. Heyward, Myers and Washington were transported by ambulance to Memorial University Medical Center with non-life-threatening wounds," police say.
Detectives believe there were at least two shooters in this case.
Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Department’s Violent Crimes detectives are investigating a Wednesday morning shooting on the 2300 block of Howard Street, that injured Sanders Hollis, 23.
"Just after 3 a.m. Metro responded to the scene, finding Hollis suffering from a non-life-threatening gunshot wound. He was transported by ambulance to Memorial University Medical Center," police say.
"Investigators believe Hollis was shot during an armed robbery near Howard Street. The shooter ran east. Hollis sought help at a nearby night club on the 2300 block of Bull Street."
The suspect is described as black male in his late teens to early 20s, standing about 5-7 to 5-8 and weighing roughly 120 pounds. The suspect’s face is clean shaven. He has a short haircut.
"A red hoodie, dark blue jeans and white Nike shoes were worn during the incident. Several additional black males wearing hoodies were with the suspect during the shooting," police say.
"Just after 3 a.m. Metro responded to the scene, finding Hollis suffering from a non-life-threatening gunshot wound. He was transported by ambulance to Memorial University Medical Center," police say.
"Investigators believe Hollis was shot during an armed robbery near Howard Street. The shooter ran east. Hollis sought help at a nearby night club on the 2300 block of Bull Street."
The suspect is described as black male in his late teens to early 20s, standing about 5-7 to 5-8 and weighing roughly 120 pounds. The suspect’s face is clean shaven. He has a short haircut.
"A red hoodie, dark blue jeans and white Nike shoes were worn during the incident. Several additional black males wearing hoodies were with the suspect during the shooting," police say.
Tuesday, December 1, 2015
Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police, along with City traffic engineers and the Citizens Office, are coordinating with the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office regarding funeral plans for the late Chatham County Sheriff Al St. Lawrence.
"Hundreds of sheriffs, police chiefs, law enforcement officers and dignitaries are expected to attend the funeral on Wednesday at 1 p.m. at St. John the Baptist Cathedral in downtown Savannah," says Michelle Gavin, community relations administrator for SCMPD.
Parking will be prohibited on Abercorn Street between Gordon and Liberty streets and on Lincoln Street between Gordon and Liberty streets beginning at 6:00 a.m. on Wednesday. The roads will be closed to motorists beginning at 11 a.m.
A processional will take place following the funeral service from the Cathedral to Bonaventure Cemetery. Law Enforcement officers will be blocking traffic at intersections on Liberty Street, Wheaton Street, Skidaway Road and Bonaventure Road.
"Officers will be working diligently to reopen the roads as quickly as possible," police say.
"Hundreds of sheriffs, police chiefs, law enforcement officers and dignitaries are expected to attend the funeral on Wednesday at 1 p.m. at St. John the Baptist Cathedral in downtown Savannah," says Michelle Gavin, community relations administrator for SCMPD.
Parking will be prohibited on Abercorn Street between Gordon and Liberty streets and on Lincoln Street between Gordon and Liberty streets beginning at 6:00 a.m. on Wednesday. The roads will be closed to motorists beginning at 11 a.m.
A processional will take place following the funeral service from the Cathedral to Bonaventure Cemetery. Law Enforcement officers will be blocking traffic at intersections on Liberty Street, Wheaton Street, Skidaway Road and Bonaventure Road.
"Officers will be working diligently to reopen the roads as quickly as possible," police say.
The Criminal Investigations Division of Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Department is seeking information on a sexual assault that occurred at about midnight on Sunday, near the 1800 block of Grove Point Road.
The victim, a 20-year-old female, was reportedly parked at a dead end on Grove Point Road, when approached by an unknown male who demanded her vehicle. The victim reportedly refused and was then sexually assaulted by the suspect.
"This event was reported to SCMPD on Monday," notes Eunicia Baker of the SCMPD's Public Affairs Office.
The suspect is described as having a medium build and tanned skin. He wore a ball cap during the incident. The suspect was picked up in a navy blue van, resembling a small camper, with an opening on the roof and a ladder attached to its side. Several other males were in the van. One of the males may have been white.
Anyone with information on this case should call CrimeStoppers at (912) 234-2020 or text CRIMES (274637) using the keyword CSTOP2020. Tipsters remain anonymous and may qualify for a cash reward.
A confidential tip line also is open directly to investigators at (912) 525-3124.
The victim, a 20-year-old female, was reportedly parked at a dead end on Grove Point Road, when approached by an unknown male who demanded her vehicle. The victim reportedly refused and was then sexually assaulted by the suspect.
"This event was reported to SCMPD on Monday," notes Eunicia Baker of the SCMPD's Public Affairs Office.
The suspect is described as having a medium build and tanned skin. He wore a ball cap during the incident. The suspect was picked up in a navy blue van, resembling a small camper, with an opening on the roof and a ladder attached to its side. Several other males were in the van. One of the males may have been white.
Anyone with information on this case should call CrimeStoppers at (912) 234-2020 or text CRIMES (274637) using the keyword CSTOP2020. Tipsters remain anonymous and may qualify for a cash reward.
A confidential tip line also is open directly to investigators at (912) 525-3124.
Monday, November 30, 2015
Mayors from across southeast Georgia will join forces in Savannah to provide a brighter holiday for those in need at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 2, as part of the 57th annual Mayors’ Christmas Motorcade.
"Mayors from dozens of cities in the region will gather at the National Guard Armory on Eisenhower Drive, bringing with them gifts donated by citizens of their communities," says Carol Lasell of the City of Savannah's Public Information Office. "The mayors will then travel motorcade-style to Georgia Regional Hospital, where gifts will be delivered to deserving patients."
The Mayors’ Christmas Motorcade was started in 1958 by the Georgia Municipal Association at the request of then- Governor Ernest Vandiver as a way of providing holiday gifts for the patients of Georgia’s mental health and retardation hospitals. The program is aimed at raising awareness of the needs of Georgia’s mental hospitals.
There are currently seven regional mental hospitals in the state, serving some 3,200 Georgians. Many of these clients have lived in the hospital facility for much of their lives and receive little, if any, support from their families. Without the Mayors’ Christmas Motorcade, many of their clients would not receive a gift for the holidays.
"Mayors from dozens of cities in the region will gather at the National Guard Armory on Eisenhower Drive, bringing with them gifts donated by citizens of their communities," says Carol Lasell of the City of Savannah's Public Information Office. "The mayors will then travel motorcade-style to Georgia Regional Hospital, where gifts will be delivered to deserving patients."
The Mayors’ Christmas Motorcade was started in 1958 by the Georgia Municipal Association at the request of then- Governor Ernest Vandiver as a way of providing holiday gifts for the patients of Georgia’s mental health and retardation hospitals. The program is aimed at raising awareness of the needs of Georgia’s mental hospitals.
There are currently seven regional mental hospitals in the state, serving some 3,200 Georgians. Many of these clients have lived in the hospital facility for much of their lives and receive little, if any, support from their families. Without the Mayors’ Christmas Motorcade, many of their clients would not receive a gift for the holidays.
The Tourism Leadership Council (TLC) is seeking qualified applicants for the TLC scholarship, which benefits students studying for careers in tourism, hospitality and related fields.
The scholarships will be given at the 18th Annual Tourism Awards & Scholarship Dinner on February 18, 2016.
"Typically, scholarships range from $500 to $3,000, which is paid directly to the recipient and can be used at the recipient’s discretion," says Claire Sandow, communications coordinator at the TLC. "To date, the TLC has given more than $70,000 in scholarships."
“A more educated workforce is beneficial to everyone in the tourism community,” said Michael Owens, President/CEO of the TLC. “It’s a highlight of every year to give back and help students achieve their goals.”
The TLC will be accepting scholarship applications until December 18, 2015. To apply, gather the following items to upload at www.SavannahTourismAwards.com.
· An essay explaining how and why you plan to join the tourism community.
· Your current resume.
· Two letters of recommendation.
· Your most recent transcript showing you have a 3.0 GPA or higher.
Applications must be completed and returned to the TLC by the deadline, December 18. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Interview notification and scheduling will begin shortly after. Applicants must be available for face-to-face interviews during the month of January. Students must be enrolled in a technical school, college or university for the 2015-2016 school year.
TLC raises funds for the scholarship program through raffles at TLC’s monthly Connection Luncheons and proceeds from the Savannah Food & Wine Festival. For more information on how to submit applications, please visit www.SavannahTourismAwards.com.
The scholarships will be given at the 18th Annual Tourism Awards & Scholarship Dinner on February 18, 2016.
"Typically, scholarships range from $500 to $3,000, which is paid directly to the recipient and can be used at the recipient’s discretion," says Claire Sandow, communications coordinator at the TLC. "To date, the TLC has given more than $70,000 in scholarships."
“A more educated workforce is beneficial to everyone in the tourism community,” said Michael Owens, President/CEO of the TLC. “It’s a highlight of every year to give back and help students achieve their goals.”
The TLC will be accepting scholarship applications until December 18, 2015. To apply, gather the following items to upload at www.SavannahTourismAwards.com.
· An essay explaining how and why you plan to join the tourism community.
· Your current resume.
· Two letters of recommendation.
· Your most recent transcript showing you have a 3.0 GPA or higher.
Applications must be completed and returned to the TLC by the deadline, December 18. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Interview notification and scheduling will begin shortly after. Applicants must be available for face-to-face interviews during the month of January. Students must be enrolled in a technical school, college or university for the 2015-2016 school year.
TLC raises funds for the scholarship program through raffles at TLC’s monthly Connection Luncheons and proceeds from the Savannah Food & Wine Festival. For more information on how to submit applications, please visit www.SavannahTourismAwards.com.
Sunday, November 29, 2015
At about 7 p.m. Saturday night, Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police officers responded to a report of a domestic dispute. "The dispute involved two individuals, driving in separate vehicles on Abercorn St. Dispatchers could hear shots being fired from one vehicle at the other," police say.
The dispute continued until the vehicles reached the area of Edgewater Rd near Montgomery Cross Rd. "The driver of one vehicle crashed into the other vehicle. Both drivers were deceased with gunshot wounds upon officers’ arrival at the scene."
SCMPD Violent Crimes detectives, forensics officers and the Chatham County Coroner responded to the scene. "Detectives’ initial investigation appears that the incident is a murder-suicide, but the investigation is ongoing. The names of the deceased are being withheld at this time," police say.
The dispute continued until the vehicles reached the area of Edgewater Rd near Montgomery Cross Rd. "The driver of one vehicle crashed into the other vehicle. Both drivers were deceased with gunshot wounds upon officers’ arrival at the scene."
SCMPD Violent Crimes detectives, forensics officers and the Chatham County Coroner responded to the scene. "Detectives’ initial investigation appears that the incident is a murder-suicide, but the investigation is ongoing. The names of the deceased are being withheld at this time," police say.
Saturday, November 28, 2015
About 4 a.m. Friday, Savannah- Chatham Metropolitan Police officers responded to shooting at 703 Wheaton Street (G3 gas station). Officers found Mario Williams, 29, in the parking lot of the business suffering from a fatal gunshot wound. A crime scene was established and SCMPD detectives and forensics responded.
Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division is investigating three apparent criminal incidents that appear to be linked.
"On November 25 at 6:22 p.m. officers responded to the Shabazz Seafood Restaurant at Victory Drive and Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. ShotSpotter and citizens reported gunshots in the area," police say.
"Two victims described a white male, with a beard, and a tattoo on his forehead, driving a black Camaro as the offender. This male pointed a pistol at the victims and fired several rounds. Shell casings were found in the area. No one was struck by the bullets and there was no visible damage to any of the surrounding structures. The owner of the restaurant, Chatham County Commissioner Yusef Shabazz, was on the premise at the time of the gunfire," police say.
"On November 26, at 11:30 p.m. officers responded to a residence in Georgetown on a report of damage to property. This residence is the home of one of the victims from the shots fired call at Shabazz Seafood. The mailbox to the residence in Georgetown was damaged and a threatening note left inside. Detectives and forensics responded and the investigation into this incident continues," police say.
"On November 27, at 12:15 a.m. SCMPD and Savannah Fire and Emergency Services (SFES) responded to a structure fire on the 2600 block of Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard. SFES extinguished the blaze. The building sustained significant structural damage. Police, fire investigators and agents of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives are working to determine whether arson is the cause of this fire. This building is a church and owned by Yusef Shabazz. There were no injuries reported from this fire," police say.
Investigators are looking for a male subject seen in the area when the fire started. The male, whose race is undetermined at this time, is described as having a fair complexion, standing about 5'10" and weighing roughly 180 pounds. He wore all black clothing and a covering over his head and face. The subject was last seen heading toward Burroughs Street from the lane behind the church.
Anyone with information regarding any of these cases should call CrimeStoppers at (912) 234-2020 or text CRIMES (274637) using the keyword CSTOP2020. Tipsters remain anonymous and may qualify for a cash reward.
A confidential tip line also is open directly to investigators at (912) 525-3124.
"On November 25 at 6:22 p.m. officers responded to the Shabazz Seafood Restaurant at Victory Drive and Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. ShotSpotter and citizens reported gunshots in the area," police say.
"Two victims described a white male, with a beard, and a tattoo on his forehead, driving a black Camaro as the offender. This male pointed a pistol at the victims and fired several rounds. Shell casings were found in the area. No one was struck by the bullets and there was no visible damage to any of the surrounding structures. The owner of the restaurant, Chatham County Commissioner Yusef Shabazz, was on the premise at the time of the gunfire," police say.
"On November 26, at 11:30 p.m. officers responded to a residence in Georgetown on a report of damage to property. This residence is the home of one of the victims from the shots fired call at Shabazz Seafood. The mailbox to the residence in Georgetown was damaged and a threatening note left inside. Detectives and forensics responded and the investigation into this incident continues," police say.
"On November 27, at 12:15 a.m. SCMPD and Savannah Fire and Emergency Services (SFES) responded to a structure fire on the 2600 block of Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard. SFES extinguished the blaze. The building sustained significant structural damage. Police, fire investigators and agents of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives are working to determine whether arson is the cause of this fire. This building is a church and owned by Yusef Shabazz. There were no injuries reported from this fire," police say.
Investigators are looking for a male subject seen in the area when the fire started. The male, whose race is undetermined at this time, is described as having a fair complexion, standing about 5'10" and weighing roughly 180 pounds. He wore all black clothing and a covering over his head and face. The subject was last seen heading toward Burroughs Street from the lane behind the church.
Anyone with information regarding any of these cases should call CrimeStoppers at (912) 234-2020 or text CRIMES (274637) using the keyword CSTOP2020. Tipsters remain anonymous and may qualify for a cash reward.
A confidential tip line also is open directly to investigators at (912) 525-3124.
"A suspect in the homicide has been identified and an arrest warrant has been obtained for Johnathan Maurice Gibbs, 18. Gibbs is described as a black male, 5 feet 5 inches tall, weighing approximately 130 pounds and is considered to be armed and dangerous," police say.
