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Richmond County Crime | The Augusta Chronicle

...that damaged a vehicle as it traveled down Ellis Street. More than two weeks removed from Operation Thun der, local law enforcement will shift its focus back toward roving patrols to catch traffic violators, a move that puts an emphasis on officer...

http://chronicle.augusta.com/topics/crime/richmond-county-sheriffs-office
Traffic stops put emphasis on safety

More than two weeks removed from Operation Thun der, local law enforcement will shift its focus back toward roving patrols to catch traffic violators, a move that puts an emphasis on officer safety.The...

http://chronicle.augusta.com/news/crime-courts/2013-06-16/traffic-stops-put-emph
Your Money: Move safely and securely while avoiding scams

...us). Interstate movers must give you two booklets detailing your rights. Also, enlist the help of the BBB or local law enforcement if the company threatens to hold your belongings hostage.Consider accepting full value protection. It may cost...

http://chronicle.augusta.com/news/business/your-business/2013-05-06/move-safely-
Pop Rocks: The right big idea could pay off for Augusta

...spent on a project ? let's say a baseball stadium for the sake of argument ? could be better spent bolstering local law enforcement.Though I understand and respect the desire to fund law enforcement to the fullest, I do believe we are talking...

http://chronicle.augusta.com/things-do/applause/2013-03-26/pop-rocks-right-big-i
State Patrol assisting local police by working wrecks

...Georgia State Patrol steps up emphasis on assisting local law-enforcement agencies."To me they're a godsend," said...emphasizing responding to accidents in support of local law enforcement agencies. He argues that is the core mission of...

http://chronicle.augusta.com/news/2013-04-13/state-patrol-assisting-local-police
NHL game postponed, security increased at other sporting events

...Osama bin Ladin."We are always in close contact at this time of year with the dozens of federal, state and local law enforcement and public safety partners who work with us every year on safety and security concerns for our major events...

http://chronicle.augusta.com/sports/other-sports/2013-04-15/nhl-game-postponed-s
Sheriff's office plans fundraiser for Florida child

...like I have a second family now," his mother, Amanda Wendorff, said in a telephone interview this week. "The local law enforcement community has welcomed us with open arms, which is how it should be. We do not even get this level of attention...

http://chronicle.augusta.com/news/metro/2013-03-27/sheriffs-office-plans-fundrai
Thomson DA explains why he won't seek death penalty in 2011 slaying

...2011 slaying because of a variety of circumstances, including the recommendation of the victim's family and local law enforcement.Both Ricky Wells and Tina Wells pleaded not guilty Wednesday in McDuffie County Superior Court during an arraignment...

http://chronicle.augusta.com/news/crime-courts/2013-03-29/thomson-da-explains-wh
Bank robberies on decline in Augusta, nationwide

...2011 ? the last complete year for data ? about 5,000 banks reported robberies with $38 million stolen.Local law enforcement officers say bank robberies have become rare since the 2009 spike in Richmond, Columbia and Aiken counties...

http://chronicle.augusta.com/news/crime-courts/2013-01-26/bank-robberies-are-dec
Operation Thunder task force cracks down on driving offenses

...drivers. The task force generally deploys a combined safety belt, speed and DUI enforcement mobilization with local law enforcement.The effort was timely after Richmond County saw an increase in traffic-related fatalities in the past two years...

http://chronicle.augusta.com/news/crime-courts/2013-02-15/operation-thunder-task