Friday, June 10, 2016
Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Department Violent Crimes detectives are investigating a 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 Theron Robbins, 32, suffering from at least one gunshot wound. He succumbed to his injuries at the scene," police say.
Investigators "do not believe this was a random occurrence and are working to determine the circumstances that led to this incident," police say.
"Metro responded to the scene at approximately 10:20 p.m. finding Theron Robbins, 32, suffering from at least one gunshot wound. He succumbed to his injuries at the scene," police say.
Investigators "do not believe this was a random occurrence and are working to determine the circumstances that led to this incident," police say.
Thursday, June 9, 2016
The ride-finding app Lyft has followed its main competitor Uber by opening this week in the Savannah market.
"Lyft is centered around community, which is why we’re thrilled to be launching in a city like Savannah," says a company spokesperson.
"People in Savannah will be able to rely on Lyft as their safe, friendly, affordable ride around town — whether they’re heading for a day at Forsyth Park or back home after a night out on River Street."
The spokesperson says, "Our initial group of local Savannah drivers include a photographer, a yoga teacher, an entrepreneur, a grad student, and many more, who are all excited to hit the road!"
"Lyft is centered around community, which is why we’re thrilled to be launching in a city like Savannah," says a company spokesperson.
"People in Savannah will be able to rely on Lyft as their safe, friendly, affordable ride around town — whether they’re heading for a day at Forsyth Park or back home after a night out on River Street."
The spokesperson says, "Our initial group of local Savannah drivers include a photographer, a yoga teacher, an entrepreneur, a grad student, and many more, who are all excited to hit the road!"
Tuesday, June 7, 2016
Old Crow Medicine Show will headline the 2016 Rock ‘n’ Roll Savannah Marathon & ½ Marathon on Saturday, November 5, 2016. The band will perform at the Toyota Rock ‘n’ Roll Concert Series event at Forsyth Park. The finish line concert is free and open to the public.
“Old Crow Medicine Show’s headlining performance will be the perfect race-day finale,” said Devin Gneiting, Event Manager. “While runners will enjoy music, entertainment and cheerleaders throughout the scenic course, our finish line festival will be a great place for them to celebrate their 13.1 or 26.2 mile accomplishment with their family and friends.”
Old Crow Medicine Show were inducted into the Grand Ole Opry and in 2015 won a Grammy Award for Best Folk Album.
Rock ‘n’ Roll Savannah will feature two-days of running with the marathon, half marathon and two-person half marathon relay on Saturday, November 5 at 7:00 am and the Rock ‘n’ Roll 5K and One Mile run on Sunday, November 6 at 2:30 pm and 1:00 pm respectively.
Participants can take the “Remix Challenge” by running any distance Saturday and any distance on Sunday to earn the coveted Remix Challenge medal in addition to each race’s finisher medals.
The marathon, half marathon and two-person half marathon relay will once again start on Bay Street at Bull Street and finish at Forsyth Park. Runners will experience charming town squares, historic buildings and canopies of Spanish moss covered trees. The 5K and One Mile run will take place at Daffin Park.
“Old Crow Medicine Show’s headlining performance will be the perfect race-day finale,” said Devin Gneiting, Event Manager. “While runners will enjoy music, entertainment and cheerleaders throughout the scenic course, our finish line festival will be a great place for them to celebrate their 13.1 or 26.2 mile accomplishment with their family and friends.”
Old Crow Medicine Show were inducted into the Grand Ole Opry and in 2015 won a Grammy Award for Best Folk Album.
Rock ‘n’ Roll Savannah will feature two-days of running with the marathon, half marathon and two-person half marathon relay on Saturday, November 5 at 7:00 am and the Rock ‘n’ Roll 5K and One Mile run on Sunday, November 6 at 2:30 pm and 1:00 pm respectively.
Participants can take the “Remix Challenge” by running any distance Saturday and any distance on Sunday to earn the coveted Remix Challenge medal in addition to each race’s finisher medals.
The marathon, half marathon and two-person half marathon relay will once again start on Bay Street at Bull Street and finish at Forsyth Park. Runners will experience charming town squares, historic buildings and canopies of Spanish moss covered trees. The 5K and One Mile run will take place at Daffin Park.
Monday, June 6, 2016
Remedying a longtime discrepancy, Georgia Attorney General Sam Olens today announced an addition to Georgia’s reciprocal recognition of firearms permit holders from other states.
"Legislation initially passed in 1996 allowed Georgia to grant this privilege to citizens of states which recognized Georgia firearms permits," a spokesperson for Olens says.
However, for many years South Carolina opted not to recognize Georgia firearms permits, also known as weapons carry licenses.
"The State of South Carolina has determined that it will honor Georgia firearms permits. Therefore, effective immediately, Georgia recognizes firearms permits issued by South Carolina," the spokesperson says.
With this revision, Georgia now reciprocates in recognizing firearms licenses with the following states:
Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
"As always, Georgia firearms permit holders should familiarize themselves with the individual requirements and limitations on firearms permits in any of the reciprocating states where they wish to exercise their rights under this reciprocity program," the Attorney General's office warns.
"Legislation initially passed in 1996 allowed Georgia to grant this privilege to citizens of states which recognized Georgia firearms permits," a spokesperson for Olens says.
However, for many years South Carolina opted not to recognize Georgia firearms permits, also known as weapons carry licenses.
"The State of South Carolina has determined that it will honor Georgia firearms permits. Therefore, effective immediately, Georgia recognizes firearms permits issued by South Carolina," the spokesperson says.
With this revision, Georgia now reciprocates in recognizing firearms licenses with the following states:
Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
"As always, Georgia firearms permit holders should familiarize themselves with the individual requirements and limitations on firearms permits in any of the reciprocating states where they wish to exercise their rights under this reciprocity program," the Attorney General's office warns.
Friday, June 3, 2016
Police are asking the public’s help identifying these suspects who are linked to home invasion that occurred on June 3, at 5 a.m. in the 2200 block of Bonaventure Road.
Islands Precinct officers responded to a report of a shooting at the residence and found the victim suffering from a non-life threatening gunshot wound.
Detectives have arrested a man in connection, Jay Richards, 27, on June 7, and charged him with burglary.
Facebook posts by the victim over the weekend were very critical of police reaction, claiming that his dog died partially as a result of police incompetence, and that he knew who shot him but detectives told him they didn't work on the weekend.
“Since the home invasion occurred on June 3, a very active investigation has occurred and it continued through the weekend. Unfortunately our detectives have a large case load and are simultaneously investigating additional priority violent crimes. We are reviewing our actions in this case and IF mistakes have been made we will correct them,” said Chief Joseph H. Lumpkin.
Islands Precinct officers responded to a report of a shooting at the residence and found the victim suffering from a non-life threatening gunshot wound.
Detectives have arrested a man in connection, Jay Richards, 27, on June 7, and charged him with burglary.
Facebook posts by the victim over the weekend were very critical of police reaction, claiming that his dog died partially as a result of police incompetence, and that he knew who shot him but detectives told him they didn't work on the weekend.
“Since the home invasion occurred on June 3, a very active investigation has occurred and it continued through the weekend. Unfortunately our detectives have a large case load and are simultaneously investigating additional priority violent crimes. We are reviewing our actions in this case and IF mistakes have been made we will correct them,” said Chief Joseph H. Lumpkin.
Thursday, June 2, 2016
Savannah-Chatham Metro Police ended a standoff with a gunman at approximately 3:45 p.m., June 2, in the 2400 block of Abercorn Street after he shot and killed a man.
"The suspect reportedly shot the victim near Abercorn and 40th Street at approximately 1:30 p.m., and then fled into a nearby residence. SCMPD officers secured the perimeter and enabled EMS to aid the victim and transport him to Memorial University Medical Center where he later died," police say.
The SWAT team "safely evacuated one resident, made contact with the suspect, and then deployed gas into the building," police say. "Soon after, the suspect exited the building and surrendered to police."
The name of the victim is currently being withheld pending next of kin notification.
"The suspect reportedly shot the victim near Abercorn and 40th Street at approximately 1:30 p.m., and then fled into a nearby residence. SCMPD officers secured the perimeter and enabled EMS to aid the victim and transport him to Memorial University Medical Center where he later died," police say.
The SWAT team "safely evacuated one resident, made contact with the suspect, and then deployed gas into the building," police say. "Soon after, the suspect exited the building and surrendered to police."
The name of the victim is currently being withheld pending next of kin notification.
The Savannah City Council is "asking for help in determining the qualities most desired in our next City Manager," a City spokesman says.
Residents and stakeholders are asked to complete a short survey that will assist the search firm, Colin Baenziger & Associates, to assess candidates for the position.
"The selection of a City Manager is among the most important decisions that a City Council makes," says Alderman Van Johnson, who is leading the search committee. "It is important as we go through this process to have as much public input as possible."
The survey can be found here.
The link will be active from June 1 - June 17, 2016.
Residents and stakeholders are asked to complete a short survey that will assist the search firm, Colin Baenziger & Associates, to assess candidates for the position.
"The selection of a City Manager is among the most important decisions that a City Council makes," says Alderman Van Johnson, who is leading the search committee. "It is important as we go through this process to have as much public input as possible."
The survey can be found here.
The link will be active from June 1 - June 17, 2016.
Wednesday, June 1, 2016
Police are searching for a man suspected of a sexual assault attempt at an apartment complex on the 900 block of Mohawk Street at about 9:15 a.m. Tuesday, May 31.
The victim, an adult female, was reportedly approached by the suspect who conversed with her briefly before attempting to assault her.
"The victim escaped from the suspect without injury," police say.
The suspect is described as a black male with his hair styled in small twists. During the incident he wore a white t-shirt and dark jeans. He was last seen running from the scene in an unknown direction.
Anyone with information on this case may contact the SCMPD tip line. The tip line is open directly to investigators by dialing (912) 525-3124.
Information may also be forwarded to CrimeStoppers at (912) 234-2020 or text CRIMES (274637) using the keyword CSTOP2020. Tipsters remain anonymous and may qualify for a cash reward.
The victim, an adult female, was reportedly approached by the suspect who conversed with her briefly before attempting to assault her.
"The victim escaped from the suspect without injury," police say.
The suspect is described as a black male with his hair styled in small twists. During the incident he wore a white t-shirt and dark jeans. He was last seen running from the scene in an unknown direction.
Anyone with information on this case may contact the SCMPD tip line. The tip line is open directly to investigators by dialing (912) 525-3124.
Information may also be forwarded to CrimeStoppers at (912) 234-2020 or text CRIMES (274637) using the keyword CSTOP2020. Tipsters remain anonymous and may qualify for a cash reward.
Tags: crime
The City of Savannah says its collaborative internship program, Summer 500, has successfully matched 300 qualifying students with a variety of job positions across the Savannah area.
“We have worked tirelessly to create a program that supports and drives our youth to contribute in a way that not only strengthens our community’s future, but also gives them greater opportunity and the tools they will need as they enter the workforce,” said Savannah Mayor Eddie DeLoach.
“These students will be the key to our city’s future and the 300 students entering the program on May 31 have shown their ambition to be a part of this program in order to make that a reality.”
The program kicks off today, May 31, with an orientation day at Savannah State University. Students have been internally matched with businesses based on the interests the student indicated on their initial application.
The Summer 500 program includes students from private and public schools in Chatham County.
Participating organizations include the City of Savannah, Chatham County, Savannah-Chatham County Public School System, Savannah Economic Development Authority, Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce, Junior Achievement of Georgia, Georgia United Credit Union, Abshire Public Relations, Georgia Power, Gulfstream, Savannah State University, Savannah Technical College, Savannah Atlantic State University, Step Up Savannah, 100 Black Men, EnviroVac Holdings, LLC. and Xcel Strategies and Solutions.
For more information about Summer 500 go here.
“We have worked tirelessly to create a program that supports and drives our youth to contribute in a way that not only strengthens our community’s future, but also gives them greater opportunity and the tools they will need as they enter the workforce,” said Savannah Mayor Eddie DeLoach.
“These students will be the key to our city’s future and the 300 students entering the program on May 31 have shown their ambition to be a part of this program in order to make that a reality.”
The program kicks off today, May 31, with an orientation day at Savannah State University. Students have been internally matched with businesses based on the interests the student indicated on their initial application.
The Summer 500 program includes students from private and public schools in Chatham County.
Participating organizations include the City of Savannah, Chatham County, Savannah-Chatham County Public School System, Savannah Economic Development Authority, Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce, Junior Achievement of Georgia, Georgia United Credit Union, Abshire Public Relations, Georgia Power, Gulfstream, Savannah State University, Savannah Technical College, Savannah Atlantic State University, Step Up Savannah, 100 Black Men, EnviroVac Holdings, LLC. and Xcel Strategies and Solutions.
For more information about Summer 500 go here.
Tags: summer 500 , jobs
Savannah Fire & Emergency Services investigators have arrested a Savannah woman in connection to a fire at a west Savannah apartment Monday night.
Investigators say 65-year-old Pinkie Smith Hills, 640 W. 39th St., Apt. A, has been charged with arson 1st degree after she tried to burn some of her husband’s belongings in the bathtub of the apartment.
"Investigators say it appears that Hills piled clothes in the bathtub then poured gasoline on the clothing and ignited it," says Mark Keller of Savannah Fire.
Savannah firefighters responded to the fire at 9:15 p.m. and were able to contain the flames to the bathroom. However, the apartment sustained smoke and water damage. There were no injuries as a result of the fire.
Hills was arrested at the scene and transported to the Chatham County Detention Center, where she awaits arraignment on the felony charge.
Investigators say 65-year-old Pinkie Smith Hills, 640 W. 39th St., Apt. A, has been charged with arson 1st degree after she tried to burn some of her husband’s belongings in the bathtub of the apartment.
"Investigators say it appears that Hills piled clothes in the bathtub then poured gasoline on the clothing and ignited it," says Mark Keller of Savannah Fire.
Savannah firefighters responded to the fire at 9:15 p.m. and were able to contain the flames to the bathroom. However, the apartment sustained smoke and water damage. There were no injuries as a result of the fire.
Hills was arrested at the scene and transported to the Chatham County Detention Center, where she awaits arraignment on the felony charge.
