Author: On Common Ground News

GWINNETT COUNTY, GA – A Florida man who shot a Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Deputy after stealing a car and leading officers on a high-speed chase received a 110-year sentence. James Edward Perkins, 38, was found guilty of five counts of aggravated assault on a peace officer, theft by receiving a stolen vehicle, theft by receiving a stolen firearm, interference with government property, criminal damage to government property, fleeing and attempting to elude a police officer, criminal use of an article with an altered identification mark, and terroristic threats for the June 2022 shooting incident that left Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Sgt.…

DEKALB COUNTY, GA – In response to continued high temperatures, DeKalb County, in partnership with local service providers, are making  day centers available to assist vulnerable residents seeking relief from the extreme heat. County officials encourage those in need to take advantage of the centers and wrap-around services during operating hours. The following facilities are currently available and open during normal operating hours: South DeKalb Day Center at New Life Community Alliance – 3592 Flat Shoals Rd., Decatur GA 30034 Frontline Response – 2585 Gresham Rd., Atlanta, GA 30316 Peace Baptist Church Annex – 3999 Covington Highway, Decatur, GA 30032 Golden Door…

State Rep.Rhonda Taylor, who represents Georgia’s House District 92, announced in her June 30 online newsletter key laws that will become effective in Georgia  on July 1. Take a look at how those new laws will impact you and learn more about dozens of others at the link provided.  

NORCROSS, GA– Gwinnett County Police detectives are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a man who threatened a taxi driver with a knife. Police released photos of the suspect today, June 29. The taxi driver picked up the man on May 10 and drove him to the 1500 block of Shenta Oak Drive in Norcross.  When they arrived, the man only paid part of the taxi fare and told the driver he was going inside to get the rest of the money. After the man did not return, the taxi driver went to the front door to ask about the…

CONYERS, GA–A 15-year-old male has been arrested in connection with the shooting of another 15-year-old male and a robbery that occurred  on last Thursday, June 25.  The suspect made his first appearance in Rockdale County Superior Court  today, June 29,  to hear charges he is facing,  Conyers Police  Captain Quantavis Garcia told On Common Ground News. The juvenile suspect has been charged as an adult with four serious offenses: Armed Robbery, Aggravated Assault, Aggravated Battery, and Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony. He is currently being held without bond at a juvenile detention center, Garcia said. …

DEKALB COUNTY, GA—A trio who broke into nearly two dozen businesses in DeKalb and Gwinnett counties have been arrested, DeKalb County Police announced. Police arrested Avante Green-Coley, 23; Onario Watson,17; and a 15-year-old juvenile in the string of early morning plaza burglaries. Police said the crew threw cash registers and other items out of the stolen car they were driving as police pursued them in a chase and captured them. The break-ins started on Thursday morning, June 18, with 14 combined commercial burglaries at shopping centers at 7655 Mall Parkway, 6746 Covington Highway, and 1232 S. Hairston Road in DeKalb…

ROCKDALE COUNTY, GA—Rockdale County’s Board of Elections Director Cynthia Willingham is reminding voters to make plans now for the upcoming Special Election for Georgia’s 13th Congressional District. The Special Election will fill the unexpired term of the late Congressman David Scott. The longtime congressman, who served 12 consecutive terms in the U.S. House of Representatives, died on April 22 at the age of 80 while seeking re-election to a 13th term.  Along with Rockdale, Georgia’s 13th Congressional District encompasses portions of five other metro-Atlanta counties: Clayton, DeKalb, Gwinnett, Henry, and Newton counties.    While the winner of the Special Election will…

GWINNETT COUNTY, GA– The Gwinnett County Police Department has terminated Officer Myles Green #2474 following an internal investigation into a serious injury crash that occurred on June 5. Following the crash, the Police Department’s Accident Investigation Unit conducted a preliminary review and requested the Georgia State Patrol assume responsibility for the crash investigation. Separate from the crash investigation, the Gwinnett County Police Department conducted a policy review of Green’s actions. That investigation determined that Green, who was responding to an emergency call for service, entered the intersection against a traffic signal without first stopping and ensuring the intersection was clear.…

ATLANTA – The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) announces that during July 4th Weekend, all interstate lane closures will be suspended beginning Friday, July 3, at 6 a.m. through Monday, July 6, at 6 a.m. to increase safety, ease travel, and reduce delays. Important Reminders for Motorists: While lane closures are suspended, construction crews may still be working near roadways, and some long-term closures could remain in place for safety reasons. Emergency or incident-related lane closures may still occur at any time, as needed. Stay alert, move over one lane when possible, and reduce speed when traveling through…

DEKALB COUNTY, GA— Celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday at the free July 4th Chamblee Rocks Summer Concert featuring R&B sensation and Grammy Award-Winning Artist Robin Thicke at 6:30 p.m. in downtown Chamblee. Thicke will bring his smooth vocals and hit songs including“ Blurred Lines,”“Lost Without U,” and other chart-topping hits to the stage setting the tone for the night to end with a spectacular display of fireworks. Fireworks will light up the summer sky beginning around 9 p.m.  Parking will be very limited and will be available at Winter Construction, 5616 Peachtree Road and Chamblee Middle School, 3601 Sexton Woods Drive. For those who…