Thursday, June 23, 2016
Detectives are investigating a home invasion and robbery that occurred at about 3 a.m., June 23, at the Jasmine Place apartment complex in the 2300 block of Downing Avenue.
"The case is still under investigation, but detectives believe the circumstances of the event may not be random," police say.
The suspect is described as a black male with a light complexion, approximately 5-feet, 10-inches tall and 130 pounds. He was wearing a white tank top and basketball shorts.
"He also has the number 21 tattooed on his chest and was armed with a pistol," police say. "The suspect fled the scene with various electronics he stole from the residence."
"The case is still under investigation, but detectives believe the circumstances of the event may not be random," police say.
The suspect is described as a black male with a light complexion, approximately 5-feet, 10-inches tall and 130 pounds. He was wearing a white tank top and basketball shorts.
"He also has the number 21 tattooed on his chest and was armed with a pistol," police say. "The suspect fled the scene with various electronics he stole from the residence."
Tuesday, June 21, 2016
The Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Department’s End Gun Violence: Step Forward initiative is holding a Community Forum next Wednesday.
"The forum is for Savannah residents who have a criminal record, convicted felons who are returning to the community after incarceration and community members who want to have a voice about the violence occurring on our streets," police say.
The event will be Wednesday, June 29 at the Moses Jackson Center, 1410 Richards St. from 4-6 p.m.
Project Manager Dr. Maxine Bryant said, “We are holding this forum to hear from people who are directly impacted by gun violence to discuss possible resolutions. We want to hear from them and get their perspectives about why gun violence is escalating and how the community can help reduce it. This also provides us with an opportunity to assess their needs and begin to identify ways to address their needs.”
"The forum is for Savannah residents who have a criminal record, convicted felons who are returning to the community after incarceration and community members who want to have a voice about the violence occurring on our streets," police say.
The event will be Wednesday, June 29 at the Moses Jackson Center, 1410 Richards St. from 4-6 p.m.
Project Manager Dr. Maxine Bryant said, “We are holding this forum to hear from people who are directly impacted by gun violence to discuss possible resolutions. We want to hear from them and get their perspectives about why gun violence is escalating and how the community can help reduce it. This also provides us with an opportunity to assess their needs and begin to identify ways to address their needs.”
Detectives are asking the public’s help in identifying a man who stole a car from a dealership at approximately 4:30 p.m., June 15, in the 6700 block of Waters Avenue.
The suspect is described as a white male, approximately 5-feet, 8-inches to 6-feet tall, with a thin build.
"The suspect entered the car dealership and asked for the keys to a gray 2006 BMW 352i while the owner was on the phone. The suspect then walked out of the dealership, got into the car and fled the scene heading southbound on Waters," police say.
This investigation is ongoing. Anyone with any information on this case should contact the SCMPD tip line. The tip line is open directly to investigators by dialing (912) 525-3124.
The suspect is described as a white male, approximately 5-feet, 8-inches to 6-feet tall, with a thin build.
"The suspect entered the car dealership and asked for the keys to a gray 2006 BMW 352i while the owner was on the phone. The suspect then walked out of the dealership, got into the car and fled the scene heading southbound on Waters," police say.
This investigation is ongoing. Anyone with any information on this case should contact the SCMPD tip line. The tip line is open directly to investigators by dialing (912) 525-3124.
Monday, June 20, 2016
Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Department Violent Crimes detectives responded to a fatal shooting at approximately 3:45 a.m., June 20, near the intersection of Arrow Street and Seneca Road on the Southside.
"Dezmond Davidson, 26, was found deceased in the roadway when officers arrived on scene," police say. No further details are immediately available.
"Dezmond Davidson, 26, was found deceased in the roadway when officers arrived on scene," police say. No further details are immediately available.
Thursday, June 16, 2016
A joint operation between the Chatham-Savannah Counter Narcotics Team (CNT) and the Effingham County Sheriff’s Office (ECSO) Drug Unit led to a large seizure of crystal methamphetamine.
"Shortly after 3 a.m. Sunday, CNT arrested 39-year-old Charles Tillman Jr., of Guyton, and 30-year-old Courtney Jones of Savannah. They were found inside a vehicle at a Chevron gas station located near the Interstate 95 and Highway 204 corridor," a CNT spokesman says.
"Agents seized more than one pound of crystal methamphetamine, two firearms and other controlled substances. Tillman was wearing a security officer badge around his neck area at the time of his arrest," CNT says.
Tillman and Jones were charged with multiple felonies to include Trafficking Methamphetamine and Possession of a Firearm during the Commission of a Felony. Tillman was also charged with two counts of Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon. They are being held in the Chatham County Detention Center without bond following their arraignment hearings in the Recorder’s Court of Chatham County.
CNT and ECSO’s joint investigation uncovered that Tillman and others "would make regular trips to Atlanta to purchase methamphetamine and then distribute it throughout Chatham and Effingham Counties," CNT says.
During the investigation, undercover agents learned that Tillman and Jones "were in the process of resupplying and were able to make contact with both persons. It is believed that the crystal methamphetamine was seized before any of it could be distributed."
CNT Director Everette Ragan stated, “I am very proud of the outstanding partnership we have with the Effingham County Sheriff’s Office. By working together, our agents are able to maximize their investigations without having to stop at the county line.”
Effingham County Sheriff Jimmy McDuffie stated, “Criminals often times operate in multiple counties. Joint investigations prove that when our agents work together, they are more effective at keeping drugs off the streets and keeping our citizens safe.”
The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office K9 Unit and Georgia State Patrol also assisted in the operation.
The seized narcotics have an estimated street value of up to $60,000
"Shortly after 3 a.m. Sunday, CNT arrested 39-year-old Charles Tillman Jr., of Guyton, and 30-year-old Courtney Jones of Savannah. They were found inside a vehicle at a Chevron gas station located near the Interstate 95 and Highway 204 corridor," a CNT spokesman says.
"Agents seized more than one pound of crystal methamphetamine, two firearms and other controlled substances. Tillman was wearing a security officer badge around his neck area at the time of his arrest," CNT says.
Tillman and Jones were charged with multiple felonies to include Trafficking Methamphetamine and Possession of a Firearm during the Commission of a Felony. Tillman was also charged with two counts of Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon. They are being held in the Chatham County Detention Center without bond following their arraignment hearings in the Recorder’s Court of Chatham County.
CNT and ECSO’s joint investigation uncovered that Tillman and others "would make regular trips to Atlanta to purchase methamphetamine and then distribute it throughout Chatham and Effingham Counties," CNT says.
During the investigation, undercover agents learned that Tillman and Jones "were in the process of resupplying and were able to make contact with both persons. It is believed that the crystal methamphetamine was seized before any of it could be distributed."
CNT Director Everette Ragan stated, “I am very proud of the outstanding partnership we have with the Effingham County Sheriff’s Office. By working together, our agents are able to maximize their investigations without having to stop at the county line.”
Effingham County Sheriff Jimmy McDuffie stated, “Criminals often times operate in multiple counties. Joint investigations prove that when our agents work together, they are more effective at keeping drugs off the streets and keeping our citizens safe.”
The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office K9 Unit and Georgia State Patrol also assisted in the operation.
The seized narcotics have an estimated street value of up to $60,000
Shanika Latoya Dunbar, 31, was arrested June 14 by Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police and the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force and charged with the murder of Theron Jonathan Robins.
The fatal shooting that occurred near the intersection of East 33rd Lane and Atlantic Street, June 9.
Metro responded to the scene at approximately 10:20 p.m. finding Robbins, 32, suffering from at least one gunshot wound. He succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
The fatal shooting that occurred near the intersection of East 33rd Lane and Atlantic Street, June 9.
Metro responded to the scene at approximately 10:20 p.m. finding Robbins, 32, suffering from at least one gunshot wound. He succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
Sunday, June 12, 2016
Police have arrested and charged a 16-year-old with the robbery and shooting of a woman at the Savannah Mall on Friday, June 10.
"Jerry Chambers, 16, turned himself in at SCMPD Headquarters Saturday night. He was transported to the Regional Youth Detention Center without incident," police say.
Police are still looking for additional suspects who fled the scene in a black Lexus IS 250 sedan, with dark tinted windows.
"Jerry Chambers, 16, turned himself in at SCMPD Headquarters Saturday night. He was transported to the Regional Youth Detention Center without incident," police say.
Police are still looking for additional suspects who fled the scene in a black Lexus IS 250 sedan, with dark tinted windows.
Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Department’s Major Accident Investigations Team (MAIT) responded to Bay and Lincoln streets, where a Clermont, Florida, bicyclist was fatally injured in a vehicular accident involving a dump truck at about 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 11.
"Bicyclist, Judy Grossman, 61, was participating in a Bike Ride Across Georgia (BRAG) tour. Grossman was riding in the right east bound lane of Bay Street on her Lite Speed Road Bike," police say.
"At the same time, Alexis Montero Corvea, 32, was passing the group of bicyclists in the left lane of East Bay Street in a 1999 Ford Dump Truck. The front tire of Grossman’s bicycle went into a separation in the concrete. As a result, she fell in front of the dump truck’s rear tires and was run over," police say.
Grossman was transported from the scene to Memorial University Medical Center where she died. No other injuries were reported. This collision remains under review.
"Bicyclist, Judy Grossman, 61, was participating in a Bike Ride Across Georgia (BRAG) tour. Grossman was riding in the right east bound lane of Bay Street on her Lite Speed Road Bike," police say.
"At the same time, Alexis Montero Corvea, 32, was passing the group of bicyclists in the left lane of East Bay Street in a 1999 Ford Dump Truck. The front tire of Grossman’s bicycle went into a separation in the concrete. As a result, she fell in front of the dump truck’s rear tires and was run over," police say.
Grossman was transported from the scene to Memorial University Medical Center where she died. No other injuries were reported. This collision remains under review.
Saturday, June 11, 2016
Violent Crimes investigators have obtained warrants for the arrest of Jerry Chambers, 16, suspected of a robbery and shooting in Savannah Mall’s parking lot on June 10, that left Marie Cochran, 63, with serious injuries.
Chambers faces charges of armed robbery and aggravated assault.
"Chambers is described as a black male, standing 5-8 and weighing about 115 pounds. He has ties to the Victory Manor neighborhood," police say. "Cochran was reportedly shot when she fought back during a robbery."
The suspects fled the scene in a black Lexus IS 250 sedan, with dark tinted windows. The vehicle was last seen approaching Abercorn Street from Apache Avenue.
Chambers faces charges of armed robbery and aggravated assault.
"Chambers is described as a black male, standing 5-8 and weighing about 115 pounds. He has ties to the Victory Manor neighborhood," police say. "Cochran was reportedly shot when she fought back during a robbery."
The suspects fled the scene in a black Lexus IS 250 sedan, with dark tinted windows. The vehicle was last seen approaching Abercorn Street from Apache Avenue.
Friday, June 10, 2016
Detectives are investigating a shooting that occurred at approximately 10 a.m., June 10, outside the Savannah Mall.
"Southside Precinct officers responded to the mall and found a 63-year-old female suffering from a single gunshot wound. She was transported to Memorial University Medical Center with serious injuries," police say.
Investigators say this appears to be a robbery. "Two of the suspects physically attacked the victim at her car, she fought back, and they shot her," police say.
The four black male suspects fled the scene in a newer model, black Lexus IS250 sedan with dark tinted windows.
This investigation is ongoing. Anyone with any information on this case should contact the SCMPD tip line. The tip line is open directly to investigators by dialing (912) 525-3124.
"Southside Precinct officers responded to the mall and found a 63-year-old female suffering from a single gunshot wound. She was transported to Memorial University Medical Center with serious injuries," police say.
Investigators say this appears to be a robbery. "Two of the suspects physically attacked the victim at her car, she fought back, and they shot her," police say.
The four black male suspects fled the scene in a newer model, black Lexus IS250 sedan with dark tinted windows.
This investigation is ongoing. Anyone with any information on this case should contact the SCMPD tip line. The tip line is open directly to investigators by dialing (912) 525-3124.
