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*No Active Shooter at Cumberland Mall*
We are continuing to gather information but this is not an active shooter event. It appears this was an isolated incident. Once we get more information we will update.
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Yes, shots were fired. But not randomly. Hence, no ACTIVE SHOOTER. Updated information indicates involved parties know one another, therefore incident was isolated to them. Still gathering more info.
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*No Active Shooter at Cumberland Mall*
We are continuing to gather information but this is not an active shooter event. It appears this was an isolated incident. Once we get more information we will update.
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*Cobb PD Assist Search for Atlanta Suspect*
Officers in Cobb search for shooting suspect after reports he may have come to Cobb County. Portions of Cobb County that border Atlanta may see heavier than normal presence.
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On behalf of
@cobbpolice1
, Chief Register sends his sincerest condolences to
@DeKalbCountyPD
for their fallen officer. Thoughts and prayers for fellow officers, family, and friends.
We are responding to McEachern High School to assist campus police. There is a shelter in place and all traffic on New Macland Road has been diverted and closed until further notice.
Media staging area will be 3732 MacLand Road at MacLand Baptist Church.
Wanted in connection with a harrowing interstate escape and leading officers on a leisurely galloping pursuit. Not sure if they have thievery on their minds, but just in case make sure to lock up. Tonight’s
#9pmReminder
brought to you by a gang of bovine baddies.
McEachern High School is now considered safe following a comprehensive assessment by law enforcement. The reunification process has commenced to return students to their families safely.
*No Active Shooter at Cumberland Mall*
We are continuing to gather information but this is not an active shooter event. It appears this was an isolated incident. Once we get more information we will update.
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Per Georgia law, no person shall drive a vehicle at such a slow speed to impede the normal and reasonable movement of traffic.
Road safety is a shared responsibility!
#CobbPD
#Police
#TrafficTipTuesday
MISSING/ENDANGERED
On July 5, 18-yr-old Jada Holmes went missing from Colonial Grand Apartments. She is autistic and gets confused out of her routine. Last seen wearing a blue Nike t-shirt, blk tights and a blk jacket. She has very short hair, but could be wearing a curly wig.
9.11 Commemorative Ceremony at Kennesaw National Battlefield Park. who gave their lives trying to save as many as they could that fateful day. Thanks to the Kiwanis Club of Marietta for organizing the 911 Field Of Flags and the program held this morning. Never forget.
*Armed Robbery at Town Center Mall*
Initially reported as an active shooter. Arriving officers discovered that a jewelry store was robbed by 3 masked suspects. They fled before officers arrived. One employee with non-life threatening injury. More info to come.
*UPDATE*
The search for the suspect has ended. A second officer involved shooting resulting in the suspect being shot and killed. No officers were injured.
@GBI_GA
is on scene and has taken over investigation.
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Two
@CobbSheriff
deputies died tonight in the line of duty while serving a warrant. SWAT and FAST teams are at the scene. The suspect is barricaded.
We will release additional information, including the names of the fallen deputies, as it becomes available.
If you planned on coming down to the Battery Atlanta to watch the game on the big screen…bad news. We’re full. The center courtyard outside the right field gate is cordoned off and filled to capacity. Stay safe tonight, folks. Go Braves!
#braves
#atlantabraves
#worldseries
#cobb
McEachern High School Parents: The Reunification Location will be The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2595 New Macland Road. Please travel from Richard D Sailors Pwky as New Macland Road will be closed at Macland Road.
CCPD had it’s very first
#BusStopWithACop
this morning! Officers handed out snacks and drinks to the children and spent some time with the kids before they boarded the school bus.
@CobbSchools
Today we mourn the loss of one of our
@cobbcountyfire
sisters. Firefighter Stacey Boulware died in the line of duty today. Our hearts are heavy as we send our condolences to her family at home and her family at the station. Godspeed, hero.
@cobbpolice1
Explorer Corporal Alexander helps save stabbing victims at local
@Target
store by making tourniquet using his shirt. An employee at the store, Alexander used skills learned as an Explorer to give medical aid to two coworkers stabbed by a robber.
*Missing Child*
10yo Gabriel Dannenbery (Gabe). 4’10”. 80 lbs. Brn hair. Brn eyes. Last seen wearing gray/black fleece pullover, blk athletic pants w/white stripe, gray shoes w/green soles. Last seen in area of Heartleaf Dr, Acworth.
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Our hearts go out to the family of Investigator Terrence Carraway, our blue brothers and sisters of the Florence Police Department, and all those affected in this tragic event.
Please be careful driving in today’s rain. We’ve been working multiple car accidents on surface roads and interstates since early this a.m. Slow down, keep extra distance, wipers and headlights on, and pay attention. Put the phone down and drive safely.
Cobb County Police, along with Cobb Fire and other Public Safety personnel, participated in this year’s Fraternal Order of Police (F.O.P.) Lodge
#13
Cops and Kids event at Target in Austell. Each year the F.O.P. Lodge
#13
puts together this wonderful event.
Cobb County Police Officers participated in the Cobb County leg of the
#LawEnforcementTorchRun
for
#SpecialOlympics
earlier today! Our officers, along with our fellow Cobb law enforcement agencies, made the run from Kennesaw Mountain down to the Marietta square.
The Cobb County Police Department is testing a new vehicle with some enhanced features that you may see patrolling the streets. Officer Lyles gives us the details and how it may help officers in the field.
*TRAFFIC ALERT*
Multiple lanes shut down on I-75N near Delk Rd for a motorist possibly experiencing a mental health crisis.
Avoid the area, expect delays, and plan alternate routes.
If you happen to see heavy police activity at Dunkin' Donuts, don't be alarmed. The shift found out today is
#NationalDonutDay
, so of course, they responded as "Priority 1" and were able to apprehend their morning breakfast before supplies sold out!
Detectives from Pct 3 were looking for the suspect and Pct 3 morning watch delivered! They caught the entering auto thief and recovered an estimated $75k worth of tools. Suspect was also wanted for agg assault, burglary, and robbery. 21-063740
Per Georgia law, no person shall turn any vehicle without giving an appropriate and timely signal. The turn signal shall be given with sufficient time to alert other drivers of your intent to turn.
Road safety is a shared responsibility!
#CobbPD
#Police
#TrafficTipTuesday
Chief Register wishes to express his heartfelt condolences to the family of Gwinnett County Police Officer Antwan Toney and his brothers and sisters in blue at Gwinnett County Police Department.
Pct 3 Officer Lamb assisted three young ladies by changing their flat tire when they pulled into the precinct 3 parking lot today! Thank you Officer Lamb!
*Officer Involved Shooting - Traffic Alert*
Powder Springs Rd between Garrison Rd and Sandtown Rd is shutdown due to an officer involved shooting. More information to come.
*Media*
PIO is headed to the scene.
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***MATTIE’S CALL***
82-yr-old Bryan Nowlin was last seen after midnight on 1/1/2019 He left home, 2880 Julias Way, Marietta, on foot. He was last seen wearing a blue jacket, khaki pants and wearing one shoe. Bryan Nowlin is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. If seen please call 911.
Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours. The Cobb County Police Department is thankful for our dedicated officers who remain committed to serving our communities everyday of the year. And we are thankful for the community members who partner with us along the way.
Major Sampson and the CCPD Motor Unit traveled to
@wsbtv
in Atlanta on Mon and Tue to participate in the
#ConvoyofCare
Hurricane Florence relief effort. Great job WSB and all local law enforcement officers who participated in this worthy event!
Officer Randall Foley retired today after 19 years of dedicated service to the Cobb County Police Department. We thank him for his investment in our department and the community.
On 11/27/18 at approximately 0023 hours, a Zone 5 Officer stopped a vehicle on Dallas Hwy speeding (91 mph in a 45 mph zone). Upon contact with the driver of the vehicle, officers observed cocaine in the driver’s lap and several contraband items. Occupants were arrested.
Let us all take a moment to remember the local, state, and federal peace officers who have died in the line of duty. We salute these heroes and express our humblest gratitude to those who have lost their lives for protecting and serving their communities.
#NationalPoliceWeek
A big shout out to GDOT and their subcontractor for working all weekend to repair the sinkhole on I-285 at Cobb Parkway. The repair is substantially complete and the ramp is open!
Cobb County Police along with the Paulding County Sheriff’s Office and the US Marshall Fugitive Task Force arrest a double homicide suspect…More to follow.
Celebrating the New Year should never be at the expense of someone . Impaired driving and celebratory gunfire are ways to start the New Year off with the sobering reality that your actions took the life of an innocent person. Leave the firearms secured and never drive impaired.
Grand Moff Tarkin was rather confident the Death Star was impervious. Most of us know how that turned out. Don’t let some punk kid from Tatooine cause you as much trouble. Secure your cars, homes, and loved ones. Your
#9pmReminder
comes courtesy of a galaxy far, far away.
**Update**
The couple has been located in Tennessee. They are receiving care at a local hospital. Thank you for sharing and helping us get the word out.
*Mattie’s Call*
Charles and Sandra Wood are believed to have left their home on Hiram Lithia Springs Rd in Powder Springs at 8:30 a.m. They are believed to be in their gray 2010 Chevy Impala with GA tag BPR 9474. If seen please contact Cobb Police at 770-499-3911.
*Attention GA motorists*
The law has changed regarding school bus stop arms. Please drive safely and watch out for school-age children getting on and off buses.
With the discovery of David Blake's remains, there have been rumors circulating that Kennesaw Mountain is no longer safe to hike. CCPD would like to reiterate that there is no foul play involved in the Blake incident and that the mountain is as safe as it has ever been.
In honor of National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, please join us in thanking all the men and women who have answered the call to service and have dedicated their lives to keeping our communities safe.
There’s only so many ways we can remind you to lock up each and every night. We’re sorry if we’re boring you but it’s important to remember to lock up each and every night. So go ahead... do it. Lock up. This is your
#9pmReminder
.
Cobb County Police Department members paid their respects to fallen Gwinnett County Police Department Officer Toney on October 24th. Officer Toney selflessly gave his life in the line of duty and was honored by hundreds of officers who attended his funeral.
Person Shot on I-75 Update.
The victim’s dog (traveling in his semi with him) went missing yesterday after the shooting incident. Suzy was located by a Good Samaritan and is safe. Anyone with info about the shooting please call 770-499-3987.
NOTICE: There will be a significant police presence in the area of 3125 Sewell Mill Road. Units from our uniformed patrol division and special units will be in the area searching for a missing juvenile. Please avoid the area. We will provide an update when the area is clear.
It's with heavy hearts we report that today we lost a 22-year veteran of the DKPD. Today, Sgt. D. Mobley was struck while on the scene of an accident involving another DKPD officer. We ask all to pray for his family. 🔗To view full statement:
#WeAreDKPD
*Officer Involved Shooting*
North Shores Rd near Dallas Acworth Hwy a gunman shot a Cobb officer. Officer has been transported for treatment of non-life threatening injuries. PIO is en route for more information.
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*Reminder*
Bags and coolers are NOT permitted in Truist Park. No weapons either. If you're coming to the game, leave the bags at home. Check the Braves website for more info on what's allowed in the ballpark.
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***Update***
Jules Jackson, who escaped custody while being treated at Kennestone Hospital on Nov 2, has been captured. Thanks to Kennesaw PD and Cobb County Sheriff’s Office for the apprehension.
*Preparations for World Series*
We’ll have increased safety measures in place, but the public can help:
LOCK-TAKE-HIDE
SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING.
Follow us for updates during the home games for traffic and emergency updates.
#WorldSeries2021
Chief Register and all of Cobb County Police send thoughts and prayers to those officers injured in Houston. Officers, family, and friends are in our thoughts.
At this time we can confirm 5 officers have been struck and transported to Memorial Hermann Hospital, Medical Center and Ben Taub General Hospital. Further updates will be provided as available.
#hounews
Leanne served the county in several positions including as a 911 operator and Evidence Technician, and is retiring after 30-years of honorable service.
D.C Adcock, D.C VanHoozer, Major Patellis, and Sgt. Deupree recognized Leanne’s service.The department congratulates Leanne!
Each year, hundreds of names of officers killed in the line of duty are engraved on the walls of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial. These names are then read aloud during the annual Candlelight Vigil.
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#CobbPolice
#CobbCounty
#NationalPoliceWeek
Special thanks to Majors Ferrell, Hite, and Hamilton for participating in the 3rd Annual Adult Spelling Bee to benefit Communities in Schools. The night was a great success, and all participants had fun while helping a great cause.
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#Police
#education
#spellingbee