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Yahoo
11-06-2025
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Copper pipes, wiring stolen from DeKalb church, police say
DeKalb County police said two people were arrested for stealing copper from a church. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] On Monday, officers were called to the Iglesia Bethesda Church on Lawrenceville Highway regarding a burglary. DKPD said two suspects broke into a storage shed and stole a large amount of copper pipes and wiring. TRENDING STORIES: Lithonia rapper Silentó pleads guilty, sentenced to 30 years in prison for cousin's shooting death 'Outside agitators' blamed for ICE protest damage in Brookhaven; AG warns against violence Body found 30 years ago in Atlanta identified as 15-year-old girl With the help of community-based 'Connect DeKalb' cameras, investigators tracked the suspects to a Gwinnett County recycling facility. Police said the stolen copper was recovered, and both suspects were found. Due to the ongoing investigation, the suspects' ages and identities will not be released. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Yahoo
2 women critically injured after shooting on I-20
An investigation is underway after a shooting on Interstate 20, according to DeKalb County police. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] According to police, two women, both in their 20s were shot on I-20, Monday afternoon. Both women are in critical condition, police said. DKPD is working to learn what led up to the shooting. Anyone with information is urged to reach out to DKPD through the Tip411 app or by texting 'DKPD' to 847411, followed by the tip. This is a developing story. We have a reporter and photographer headed to the scene, with LIVE updates beginning at Channel 2 Action News at 5 p.m. TRENDING STORIES: Sly Stone, leader of funk revolutionaries Sly and the Family Stone, dies at 82 Swimmer seriously injured in boating incident on GA lake Delta flight from Atlanta diverted to Jacksonville over smoke in cabin [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
07-06-2025
- Yahoo
Illegal tire dumping in DeKalb County: 3 people arrested
The Brief DeKalb County Police arrested three individuals for illegally dumping old tires in DeKalb County. Tires, dumped mostly at night, have created safety concerns, blocking fire lanes and posing a fire hazard, at a local preschool. While police continue their investigation, DeKalb County Code Compliance crews are working to remove the tires, though preschool staffers feel the cleanup has been too slow. DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. - DeKalb County Police have arrested three individuals suspected of illegally dumping old tires in DeKalb County. The arrests come after weeks of mounting frustration at Little Linguists International Preschool, located just off Covington Highway. Hundreds of old tires have been dumped outside a local preschool and other locations nearby. PREVIOUS STORY: Illegal tire dumping plagues DeKalb County preschool, sparks safety concerns What we know Earlier this month, staffers returned from Spring Break to find dozens of tires dumped outside the school's front gate on East Clubhouse Circle — a problem they say has only worsened with time. "This street was empty about two weeks ago," said Cierra Scott, a staff member at the preschool. "Throughout the last couple weeks, they have been dumping in the middle of the night." Police believe the individuals arrested are responsible for multiple incidents of illegal dumping across the area. In addition to the preschool, tires have also been left near a nearby apartment complex and next to a building destroyed by fire. What they're saying Scott and her colleagues say the piles of tires have created not only an eyesore but also a serious safety concern. "It is a nuisance, we don't want it here," Scott said. "We really just came back from Spring Break all refreshed and rejuvenated, and we saw this headache." She also warned that the tire piles block critical access routes. "It's a fire hazard because if something were to happen, the people that live right there, this is their fire lane," Scott said. The DeKalb County Police Department said they have been actively investigating the illegal dumping since school officials first raised concerns. In a statement, the agency confirmed its investigators are working to identify all responsible parties, while Code Compliance crews continue efforts to remove the dumped tires. "DeKalb County Police have been actively investigating the reports of illegal tire dumping since school officials first reached out. DKPD has been responsive to the school every time they have made contact," the department said in an emailed statement. "While our investigators search for those responsible for the illegal dumping, DKPD says Code Compliance is working on removing the tires. DKPD is investigating similar reports at other locations in the area." Staffers at the preschool told FOX 5 Atlanta that they believe the cleanup process has been too slow. What we don't know At this time, DeKalb County police have not released the names or mug shots of the suspects. Check back for updates.
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Yahoo
3 arrested in DeKalb County for illegal tire dumping cases, including in front of pre-school
The DeKalb County Police Department announced three people were arrested in illegal tire dumping cases. It's a problem Channel 2 Action News has reported on before, with people dumping hundreds, sometimes thousands, of tires in DeKalb County neighborhoods. Channel 2's Audrey Washington was at the DeKalb County Police Headquarters in Tucker, where police said some people could be charged with a felony. Police told Washington whether someone faces a felony depends on how much they've dumped, but illegal tire dumping can land you behind bars. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Officers will be posting flyers around the area urging people to call the police department if they know anything about illegal tire dumping. 'It looks terrible, ridiculous, nasty,' DeKalb County resident Evelyn Bridge told Channel 2 Action News. Residents like Bridge said the tires are not only an eyesore, but they can even draw insects and rodents to an area they're dumped in. TRENDING STORIES: GA ringleader of fraud scheme sentenced for creating fake recruiting websites to steal identities Peachtree City celebrity alligator 'Flat Creek Floyd' dies after driver hits him Family of twins found dead on Bell Mountain dispute findings, say they were killed 'There's possible health risks with standing water, mosquitoes,' DKPD Lt. Nial Fraser said. On Friday, police announced three arrests in separate illegal tire dumping cases, but they believe there are more dumpers still on the loose. 'If you're dumping tires for commercial purposes that is a felony,' Fraser said. Police shared pictures of the some of the dump sites. From Memorial Drive to Covington Highway, police said the people behind the dumping always seem to use box trucks and wait until dark or when no one is around. 'We're just seeing more and more of it as you ride down the road,' Fraser told Washington. Officers hope the flyers they're putting up asking for help can move things forward. 'What helps us is video,' Fraser said. 'So if these businesses have cameras up, motion detectors, cameras that can give us time stamps.' Police said in a statement that there have been 19 instances of illegally dumped tires in the county since Jan. 1, including in front of a preschool. None of the suspects arrested were identified by DKPD. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
02-06-2025
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Woman came to pick up car after DeKalb driver arrested. Then she got arrested, too
A woman who attempted to do a good deed for another person has now found herself behind bars. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Last Wednesday, DeKalb County police were alerted to an SUV linked to a felony shoplifting incident. Officers found and stopped the car on N. Decatur Road and N. Decatur Lane and confirmed the driver had active felony warrants. According to DKPD, while on scene, a woman came to get the car, only to be found wanted herself on an aggravated battery charge. TRENDING STORIES: Several injured, possibly with burns, in a Colorado attack the FBI is investigating as terrorism 2 accused of trying to smuggle fake cash, drugs during attempted contraband drop at GA prison GA mayor, wife charged with crimes against children The two were arrested and taken to the DeKalb County Jail. Their ages and identities were not released. 'Another great example of how DKPD technology and teamwork keep our community safe,' the department said. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
