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PURSUIT ENDS WITH ARREST OF TENNESSEE FUGITIVE
Friday, December 26, 2025
Sheriff Mitch Ralston Reports:
At about 8:15pm tonight, deputy sheriffs were requested to assist Calhoun Police in a vehicle pursuit of an individual wanted for Attempted Murder in Tennessee. The pursuit began in Calhoun and progressed east on SR 156 (Red Bud Road). The suspect, driving a truck, was traveling at speeds in excess on 90 miles per hour, and recklessly into oncoming traffic, willfully creating an extremely treacherous situation. Just east of Red Bud, a deputy sheriff executed a PIT maneuver, forcing the dangerous fugitive from the roadway. His truck crashed down an embankment and he was apprehended without further resistance. The criminal investigation is being led by Calhoun Police in conjunction with Tennessee authorities. There are no other suspects at large, and no further danger to the public.
May God Bless You and Keep You as we celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
A Very Merry Christmas 🎁🎄 to all from Sheriff Mitch Ralston.
SHERIFF RECOGNIZES OUTSTANDING EMPLOYEES:
Sheriff Mitch Ralston recognized several members of his staff this week for outstanding service in 2025.
Pictured here (front row, left to right): Jailor P.L. Beavers, Jailor of the Year, Deputy Case Collins, Judicial Deputy of the Year, Detective Garrett Saylors, Detective of the Year, SFC Bobby Garcia, received Certificate and Medal of Commendation for fugitive apprehension, and burglary arrests, Ms. Amy Ivey, received the Sheriff’s’Extra Mile Award’, (back row, left to right): Mr. Gary Sutherland, Civilian Employee of the Year, Deputy A.J. Mills, Enforcement Deputy of the Year, Deputy Matthew Flippen, received Certificate of Commendation for fugitive apprehension, and Sheriff Mitch Ralston, who said, “I’m very proud of each one of these employees and sincerely appreciate all of their hard work and devotion to duty. They all do a wonderful job serving our community.”
Sheriff’s Office Arrests Three, Seeking Two More, in Connection With Burglaries Near Fairmount
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE…
Monday, December 15, 2025
On December 8, deputy sheriffs were dispatched to Slate Mine Road near Fairmount in response to reports of residential burglaries. A surveillance camera had captured the image of the suspect vehicle leaving the scene and was collected by detectives. A ‘Look Out’ for the automobile was then issued among the deputies.
The next day, December 9, a deputy on patrol saw the suspect vehicle on Arnold Road and stopped the truck. The driver, BRANDON E. McCLURE, age 30, of Adairsville, was arrested and charged with 2 counts of (residential) Burglary, 2 counts of (felony) Theft, and Possession of Methamphetamine.
The investigation continued and resulted in the arrests on December 10 of Chris Collum, age 37, of Rydal for Receiving Stolen Property, and on December 11 of Jacob E. Walters, age 34, of White, charged with 2 counts of Burglary and 2 counts of Theft. Collum is free on bond while McClure and Walters remain in jail.
Additionally, deputies are seeking Brandon Lee Spires, age 34, and Chelsea Guffey, age 29, both of Bartow County, for Burglary and Theft. Anyone with knowledge of their whereabouts is urged to contact the authorities.
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
From Sheriff Mitch Ralston:
Sunday, December 14, 2025
The National Weather Service (NWS) forecasts that our area will experience extreme cold over the next 24 hours, with the temperature predicted to be in the teens overnight and into Monday morning.
Remember the “ 4 Ps “:
🥶 Provide warm shelter for PEOPLE and PETS, with particular emphasis on vulnerable populations without adequate shelter.
🥶 Cover exposed PIPES.
🥶 Bring sensitive PLANTS indoors.
🥶 Wear appropriately warm clothing for the cold conditions.
2025 CHRISTMAS 🎄 🚔 🎅 PARADE
Merry Christmas from Sheriff Mitch Ralston & Staff
Thursday, December 11, 2025
Plainville Woman Arrested for Drug Trafficking
Thursday, December 11, 2025
Sheriff Mitch Ralston Reports:
After a 2 month investigation, Sheriff’s detectives from the GCSO Drug Enforcement Unit conducted a search of a home on Moore’ Ferry Road this morning. They discovered a large quantity of methamphetamine for distribution, marijuana for distribution, hallucinogenic mushrooms, and anabolic steroids. They arrested the occupant, April Kuykendall, age 36, of 383 Moore’ Ferry Road Plainville. She is charged with a variety of drug trafficking and distribution offenses. She was currently serving a probation sentence for prior drug related convictions.
Local Man Arrested For Aggravated Assault, Domestic Violence, and Weapons Violation
Thursday , December 11, 2025
Sheriff Mitch Ralston Reports:
At about 4am this morning, deputy sheriffs were dispatched to a private residence on Brooksmill Drive in response to a report of an assault involving a firearm. Deputies arrived and subsequently arrested JUSTIN E. FOX, age 32, of 118 Brooksmill Drive, and charged him with Aggravated Assault, Battery (Family Violence Act), Cruelty to Children, and Convicted Felon in Possession of a Firearm, stemming from an assault against his wife. A number of minor children were present in the home at the time. The weapon reported to have been used in this incident was located and seized by the officers. FOX remains in custody at the County Jail.
Monday, December 8, 2025
GCSO has received reports from citizens who’ve received scam telephone calls today. The bogus callers claim to be deputy sheriffs, and have used actual deputies’ names, which are readily available online. The caller tells the intended victim that he or she has missed a fictitious court appearance and demands payment to avoid arrest.
THIS IS A SCAM.
JUST HANG UP.
NEVER give personal and/or financial information to anyone that you do not know personally.
Ever.
JUST HANG UP.
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