Sunday, September 13, 2015

Posted By on Sun, Sep 13, 2015 at 10:32 AM

Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Department’s Robbery Unit detectives are investigating a robbery attempt and shooting near Cuyler-Brownsville Saturday morning.

"At about 7:08 a.m. Metro responded to 2100 block of Burroughs Street, where Andrew Deloach, 55, was found suffering from a gunshot wound," police say. "Deloach was transported by ambulance to Memorial University Medical Center in serious, but non-life threatening condition."

Investigators believe Deloach was shot outside of his residence.

Thursday, September 10, 2015

Posted By on Thu, Sep 10, 2015 at 3:16 PM

Art Rise Savannah announces the inaugural Starland Fashion Night during the 42nd First Friday Art March on October 2nd from 6 to 9PM in the Starland Arts District. Starland Fashion Night will highlight a series of exhibitions and workshops focused on sustainable fashion and local design.

"Art Rise Savannah is also excited to announce a reimagining of our core event, the Starland Arts Festival," says a spokesperson. "The new hub of the First Friday Art March will be held at the park on 41st Street between Bull and Drayton, right next to Starland Cafe. For October, the Starland Arts Festival will host multiple interactive events including DISPOSABLE, STAINability, music from Twisty Cats, and a pop-up shop from soon to be open, House of Strut."

In a nod to Warhol’s paper dresses, "DISPOSABLE features garments made by local designers with recycled Connect Savannah newspapers," the organization says.

"The exhibit highlights the creativity of Savannah’s fashion community while drawing attention to the need for sustainable reforms in the garment industry."

“DISPOSABLE highlights the creativity of local designers to our community,” says Nathan Saludez, Fashion Director of Art Rise Savannah. “It takes the original ‘wear once and throw away’ concept of the paper dress and turns it on its head.”

STAINability, a hands-on demonstration led by SCAD Fibers alum Courtney Crews, "will teach attendees simple methods to sustainably dye fabrics at home. Learn how to freshen up your wardrobe for fall by simply saving your onion peels and avocado skins," says the group.

Twisty Cats, Blake and Peter Mavrogeorgis of Dollhouse Studios, will be spinning vinyl all night, "encouraging attendees to dance and groove while perusing the racks of House of Strut’s pop up shop. In addition live sketching stations will be setup throughout the park, with materials provided by Starlandia Creative Supply."

As always, guests can hop on the free trolley to visit multiple event locations spread throughout the Starland District. More information about Art Rise Savannah can be found at artrisesavannah.org.

Posted By on Thu, Sep 10, 2015 at 10:44 AM

Savannah homicide suspect arrested in Wisconsin
Tyron Henry
Tyron Henry, 20, was arrested on Wednesday by U.S. Marshals in Platteville, WI "after Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police identified him as the suspect in the shooting death of Michael Anthony Johnson, 50, last July," police say.

Members of the U.S. Marshals Southeast Region Fugitive Task Force (SERTF) traced Henry to his Wisconsin hometown. Henry was arrested without incident.

"At about 11 p.m. on July 10, Johnson was shot at the intersection of 42nd and Montgomery streets. He was transported to the hospital where he died," police say. "Henry is now charged with murder. He is awaiting extradition to Savannah."

Collaboration between SERTF, Metro’s U.N.I.T. and its Savannah Area Regional Intelligence Center resulted in Henry’s arrest.


Wednesday, September 9, 2015

Posted By on Wed, Sep 9, 2015 at 8:28 PM

Violent Crimes detectives of Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Department are seeking information on a shooting this afternoon on Savannah’s Southside.

"At 11:50 a.m. Metro responded to Memorial University Medical Center where Rashawn Byrd, 26, sought treatment for a gunshot wound," police say.

"Byrd was shot minutes earlier at an apartment complex on the 8500 block of Waters Avenue. He arrived at MUMC in a privately owned vehicle in critical condition."

Investigators believe this to be a targeted shooting.

The suspect is described as a black male in his mid-20s, standing 5-9 to 5-10.

Posted By on Wed, Sep 9, 2015 at 3:11 PM

Police are seeking information on a shooting that injured a Savannah man early this morning.

"At 2:37 a.m. Metro responded to a convenience store on the 4400 block of Montgomery Street, where Rodney Hatchett, 32, sought help after being shot," a police spokesperson says. "The shooting occurred on the 200 block of West 61st Street. Hatchett was transported to Memorial University Medical Center in stable condition."

Investigators seek to identify suspects in this case.

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.

Posted By on Wed, Sep 9, 2015 at 1:31 PM

Tuesday, just before midnight, Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police arrested Joshua Lovett without incident outside of a business on the 1900 block of East Victory Drive.

He was wanted for "shooting his mother and beating her fiancé during an altercation Tuesday afternoon," police say.

At 12:09 p.m. Metro responded to the residence of Paula Lovett, 49, and her fiancé Thomas Mincey, 54 on the 3300 block Argyle Street.

"Paula Lovett was found inside suffering from a gunshot wound. Mincey was beaten with a baseball bat. Paula Lovett was transported to Memorial University Medical Center in critical condition. Mincey was transported to MUMC in serious but stable condition," police say.


Tuesday, September 8, 2015

Posted By on Tue, Sep 8, 2015 at 4:51 PM

Arrest made in Johnson Square robbery
Daniel Brantley
Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police arrested Daniel Brantley, 19, today for an armed robbery in Johnson Square late Monday night.

"At 11:46 p.m. Metro responded to a reported gun discharge in the square on Bull and Congress streets. Downtown Precinct patrol officers located Alicia Patterson, 29, and Seth Myers, 27, who were robbed at gunpoint minutes earlier," a police spokesperson says.

Metro Robbery Unit detectives "believe the suspect opened fire after realizing that one of the victims also was armed with a gun. The victim and suspect exchanged fire before the suspect ran west toward Bryan Street. No injuries were reported," police say.

Police located Brantley on Drayton and Bay streets with a gun tied to the crime scene was in his possession.

Brantley is charged with armed robbery, two counts of aggravated assault and possession of a firearm during commission of a crime.

Friday, September 4, 2015

Posted By on Fri, Sep 4, 2015 at 10:58 AM

Violent Crimes investigators of Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Department are seeking information on a Thursday night gunfire exchange that injured a Savannah man.

"At 10:15 p.m. Metro was dispatched to a ShotSpotter alert on the 2200 block of Burroughs Street," police say. "Responding officers located Eric Taylor, 46, who was grazed by a bullet during an exchange of gunfire between at least two groups of shooters."

Taylor was transported to Memorial University Medical Center with non-life threatening injuries.

Investigators seek to identify suspects in this case.

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.

Wednesday, September 2, 2015

Posted By on Wed, Sep 2, 2015 at 2:25 PM

B. Matthew’s Eatery, at 325 E. Bay St., will be closing for renovations on Tuesday, September 8, 2015, for approximately one week. An official reopening date will be announced.

"The renovations to the historic building will include the installation of a staircase leading from the main floor to the second-floor space," a spokesperson says.

"The addition of the staircase will grant access to the second level for guests to use for additional restaurant seating and private events. The renovations will also include a new bar with seating on the second level."

“Operating in such a tight space at B. Matthew’s has always been a bit of a challenge for us,” said Brian Huskey, owner of B. Matthew’s Eatery.

“The renovations and addition of seating on the second level will allow us to expand our offerings to larger parties and groups. In fact, the staircase will actually be made to resemble the original staircase that used to exist when the building was first constructed many years ago. It’s an exciting addition and one I think our patrons will appreciate.”

Posted By on Wed, Sep 2, 2015 at 2:19 PM

The City of Savannah is hosting a series of meetings "to give the public the opportunity to learn more about the proposed Food Truck Ordinance and provide feedback on food trucks in Savannah," a City spokesperson says.

The public can also provide feedback online at www.savannahga.gov/foodtrucks.

The meetings will be held at various community locations, listed below, "and will be an opportunity for participants to comment on the licensing and regulations for mobile food service units," the City says.

Food Truck Ordinance Public Meetings:

September 9, 2015
Location: The Creative Coast- 415 West Boundary Street, Savannah, Ga. 31401
Times: 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.

September 10, 2015
Location: Crusader Community Center- 81 Coffee Bluff Villa, Savannah, Ga. 31419
Times: 3:30 p.m. and 6 p.m.

September 15, 2015
Location: Moses Jackson Advancement Center- 1410 Richards Street, Savannah, Ga. 31415
Times: 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.

September 16, 2015
Location: Aldergate United Methodist Church- 2020 Tennessee Avenue, Savannah, Ga. 31404
Times: 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.

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