SHEILA A. MATHEWS ::: The Grip has now learned that David Gibson, formerly the captain of the Spalding County Sheriff’s Office Uniform Patrol Division, has faced a judge for his first appearance hearing and bond was denied. During the first appearance hearing, Gibson was advised of his rights and of the charges brought against him by […]
David Gibson, former SCSO captain, denied bond
David Gibson, former SCSO captain, charged with multiple sex crimes, aggravated assault and other crimes

STAFF REPORTS ::: David Gibson, the former captain over the Spalding County Sheriff’s Office Uniform Patrol Division, has been arrested by the GBI on nine charges including aggravated assault, two counts of aggravated sexual battery, influencing witnesses, stalking, public indecency, sexual battery and violation of oath of office. Gibson on Thursday morning turned himself […]
BREAKING NEWS: David Gibson, former SCSO captain, arrested by GBI
SHEILA A. MATHEWS ::: The Grip has learned that David Gibson, formerly the captain over the Spalding County Sheriff’s Office Uniform Patrol Division, has been arrested by the GBI. Gibson on May 21 retired in lieu of termination following an Internal Affairs investigation involving allegations of sexual harassment, creating a hostile work environment, improper use […]
Sheriff: Spalding County armed robbery suspect now in custody, facing multiple charges

STAFF REPORTS ::: According to Spalding County Sheriff Wendell Beam, 22-year-old Hermon Judon Jackson, of 2808 Sable Chase Blvd., McDonough, has been charged with the Aug. 16, 2015, armed robbery of the Comfort Inn and Suites located at 1905 North Expressway. Jackson faces an additional charge of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. […]
Dispute between adult male and juvenile female leads to one arrest
STAFF REPORTS ::: According to Spalding County Sheriff Wendell Beam, a Thursday night disturbance at Ponderosa Mobile Home Park located at 1578 Patterson Road resulted in the arrest of 34-year-old McCormick Randell. Beam reported deputies received a report of the disturbance at 8:34 p.m and their investigation revealed a dispute had occurred between Randell and […]
GPD: Aggravated assault, armed robbery suspect apprehended in the Bronx, NY
STAFF REPORTS ::: Fredrick Earnest Schnell, the second suspect wanted in connection to a June 18 armed robbery at Ma & Pa Grocery, during which a shot was fired, has been apprehended. According to Lt. Mike Natale, of the Griffin Police Department, one suspect, Devontae Young, was quickly apprehended after the incident with the assistance […]
Two arrested in GPD search warrant that nets meth, cocaine and prescription pills
STAFF REPORTS ::: The Griffin Police Department Special Investigation Unit and Specialized Response Team along with the Spalding County Sheriff’s Office Special Operations Unit on Wednesday executed a search warrant at 625 Poplar St. The operation took place at approximately 5:10 a.m. and resulted in the recovery of methamphetamine, cocaine and prescription pills. Authorities say […]
Local businessman arrested, charged in Sunday morning murder
Local teacher arrested on multiple felony child sexual assault charges

SHEILA A. MATHEWS ::: Stephen Chapman, age 51, of Griffin, was arrested Friday, Aug. 14, at Griffin High School where he taught math and coached the tennis team. Chapman was arrested on five felony charges including of aggravated rape, aggravated sodomy, incest, aggravated sexual battery and aggravated child molestation. Authorities say the crimes have been […]
Sheriff: Three men arrested on felony entering auto charges
STAFF REPORTS ::: According to Spalding County Sheriff Wendell Beam, three individuals were arrested Wednesday and are facing felony charges of entering an automobile. Those arrested include Chad Timothy Brown, age 19, of 12465 Highway 109 W. Meansville; Derik Webster, age 18, of 32 Meadowlark Road, Griffin; and Nathaniel Kaide Jewan Johnson, age 18, of […]
Friday shooting leaves man in critical condition
STAFF REPORTS ::: The Griffin Police Department has arrested Jamal Foster in connection with a Friday night shooting that left one man in critical condition. The GPD Uniform Patrol Division responded at approximately 8:39 p.m. to the emergency room of Spalding Regional Hospital in reference to the shooting victim. Officers spoke with the victim, Derrick […]
GPD: Two wounded, one arrested in Sunday aggravated assault
STAFF REPORTS ::: The Griffin Police Department has made an arrest in a Sunday aggravated assault/aggravated battery incident that left two people injured. The GPD Uniform Patrol Division was called to 513 Belle St. Sunday in reference to the alleged attack. Officials say two victims – Tyrone Hughley and Acquilla McGhee – had sustained cut […]
Spalding County Sheriff’s Office investigating armed robbery
STAFF REPORTS ::: The Spalding County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an alleged armed robbery that occurred at 10:28 p.m. Monday, July 20, at the Dollar General located at 1523 Zebulon Road. According to Spalding County Sheriff Wendell Beam, an employee walked outside at that time and was confronted by a slim black male wearing black […]
Saturday aggravated assault leaves one wounded, two arrested
SHEILA A. MATHEWS ::: Two Griffin men – Ellis Sands, also known as “Po Boy,” and Querterrious Mayes, also known as “Foo Foo Smooth” – have been arrested and charged in connection to a Saturday morning shooting in Quiet Hills Apartments located at 805 North Avenue. The incident was reported at approximately 1:13 a.m. to […]
GPD: Party ends in gunfire; one teen shot
SHEILA A. MATHEWS ::: The Griffin Police Department is continuing its investigation into a Sunday night party that ended early Monday morning with gunfire and one man shot. According to Investigator Stacy Beckom, of the GPD’s Criminal Investigation Division, the gunshot victim – 18-year-old Tyler Head – was wounded while driving away from the Kentucky […]