Macon Regional Crimestoppers

9 hours ago

If you have seen or know the location of this Missing Juvenile, shown below in the Jones County Sheriff’s Office media release and “ Make the Call “ at 478.742.2330, 877.68.crime or use our website, www.crimestop.usFOUND SAFE

Missing Juvenile

We are currently searching for a missing juvenile, Shanea Blackmon age 15, last seen on November 21, 2025 near Overland Way. She was last known to be wearing her hair in a braided ponytail, green shirt and burgundy sweatpants. She may be traveling with an older black male in a gold/beige sedan. If you have seen Shanea or have any information, please call 478-986-3489 All tips can remain anonymous. ... See MoreSee Less

Macon Regional Crimestoppers is with Twiggs County Sheriffs Office.

13 hours ago

🚨 Wanted Friday – Twiggs County 🚨
Leona M. Ford, 61, is wanted on a Superior Court Bench Warrant for possession and use of drug-related objects and methamphetamine. She is described as a white female, 5’1”, 138 lbs, and remains at large.

If you have any information, contact the Twiggs County Sheriff’s Office at 478-945-3357 or Macon Regional CrimeStoppers at 1-877-68CRIME (27463). Your tip is anonymous and could lead to a cash reward.

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Macon Regional Crimestoppers

19 hours ago

PRESS RELEASE

Eight Georgians Sentenced to Prison in Fraudulent Check Cashing Scheme

Defendants Ran Counterfeit Check Cashing Fraud with Stolen Information from USPS Employee

ALBANY, Ga. – Eight South Georgia residents, including a bank branch employee, were sentenced to prison for a check cashing and kickback scheme in Valdosta utilizing stolen check information from a former United States Postal Service employee.

“Individuals who participate in check-cashing and kickback schemes will face imprisonment and other penalties,” stated U.S. Attorney William R. “Will” Keyes. “Investigators from the Secret Service and the Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office worked to unravel this criminal network, ultimately preventing further theft and helping us ensure accountability for the defendants.”

“The involvement of the U.S. Secret Service and the U.S. Attorney’s Office was crucial in helping Lowndes County investigators solve this complex fraud case and ensure that the defendants are held accountable for their actions,” said Lowndes County Sheriff Ashley Paulk.

Frederick Pernell Green, 27, of Valdosta, Georgia, was sentenced to serve 122 months in prison to be followed by five years of supervised release and ordered to pay $390,475.84 in restitution to Truist Bank on Oct. 10, after he previously pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit bank fraud.

Thomas Christopher Mitchell, 31, of Valdosta, was sentenced to serve 92 months in prison to be followed by five years of supervised release and ordered to pay $390,475.84 in restitution to Truist Bank on X, after he previously pleaded guilty pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit bank fraud.

Calvin Dewayne McKeithen, aka “Supa,” 26, of Valdosta, was sentenced to serve 70 months in prison to be followed by five years of supervised release and ordered to pay $390,475.84 in restitution to Truist Bank on March 27, after he previously pleaded guilty pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit bank fraud.

Dewayne Rasheen Butler, aka “Guwapo,” 26, of Valdosta, was sentenced to serve 51 months in prison to be followed by five years of supervised release and ordered to pay $390,475.84 in restitution to Truist Bank on Aug. 28, after he previously pleaded guilty pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit bank fraud.

Tyler Khershad Jones, aka “LA Clippers,” 24, of Valdosta, was sentenced to serve 51 months in prison to be followed by three years of supervised release and ordered to pay $390,475.84 in restitution to Truist Bank on Sept. 25, after he previously pleaded guilty pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit bank fraud.

Mariarlene Brown, aka “Mati Mom,” 44, of Valdosta, was sentenced to serve 33 months in prison to be followed by five years of supervised release and ordered to pay $390,475.84 in restitution to Truist Bank on Oct. 9, after she previously pleaded guilty pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit bank fraud.

William Allen Roberts, 27, of Valdosta, was sentenced to serve six months in prison to be followed by five years of supervised release and ordered to pay $390,475.84 in restitution to Truist Bank on Oct. 30, after he previously pleaded guilty pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit bank fraud.

Davontay Wiseman, aka “Vonn,” 28, of Valdosta, was sentenced to serve six months in prison to be followed by three years of supervised release and ordered to pay $390,475.84 in restitution to Truist Bank on Sept. 8, after he previously pleaded guilty pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit bank fraud.

U.S. District Judge W. Louis Sands presided over the case. There is no parole in the federal system.

According to court documents and statements referenced in court, beginning at least as early as November 2021, and continuing until December 2022, Roberts conspired with his codefendants to commit bank fraud. At the time of this conspiracy, Brown was an employee at a Truist Bank branch in Valdosta. Roberts unlawfully obtained check information from Vincent Galliard, 41, of Sumter, South Carolina, a former U.S. Post Office employee in South Carolina, who sold checks he stole from the mail. Galliard pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud in Case No. 3:23-CR-799-1 in the District of South Carolina and was sentenced to serve 30 months in prison to be followed by five years of supervised release and was ordered to pay $149,692.14 in restitution for his crime. Roberts used the check information provided by Galliard to produce fraudulent checks.

Green, Mitchell, McKeithen, Jones, Butler and Wiseman recruited people to open bank accounts at Truist and to provide their new Truist debit card and account information to them, with the understanding that they would be paid for doing so. Green, Mitchell, McKeithen, Jones, Butler and Wiseman passed the account information to Roberts, who would write the fraudulent checks in various sums of money to those individuals. Roberts, with Brown’s help, deposited the checks into the accounts, and Brown would ensure that Roberts would be able to withdraw the cash from these accounts. Brown was paid for her services, and Roberts also paid out a portion to the other codefendants and the solicited accountholders. Green, Roberts, Mitchell, McKeithen, Jones, Butler and Wiseman retained most of each check deposited. Investigators found text messages between the co-defendants that described the conspiracy, as well as photos of debit cards, account numbers, fraudulent checks, cash obtained from the check deposits and a custom-made diamond ring in the shape of the Truist logo worn by Green.

The case was investigated by the United States Secret Service (USSS) and the Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office. Assistant U.S. Attorney Hannah Couch Hostetler prosecuted the case for the Government.

This press release about a case that occurred during the 43-day government shutdown is now available after the return to normal operations.

The United States Department of Justice
United States Attorneys' Offices
United States Secret Service

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Macon Regional Crimestoppers

19 hours ago

Milledgeville Police Department’s K9 Diesel to get donation of body armor

Milledgeville Police Department, GA, K9 Diesel will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Diesel’s vest was sponsored by the Survival Armor incentive program and will be embroidered with the sentiment “Gifted by Vested Interest in K9s and Survival Armor”. Delivery is expected within ten weeks.

Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., established in 2009, is a 501(c)(3) charity whose mission is to provide bullet and stab protective vests and other assistance to dogs of law enforcement and related agencies throughout the United States. This potentially lifesaving body armor for four-legged K9 officers is U.S. made, custom fitted, and National Institute of Justice (NIJ) certified. Since its inception, Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. has provided over 6,225 vests valued at $6.9 million to K9s in all 50 states,made possible by both private and corporate donations.

The program is open to U.S. dogs at least 20 months old, actively employed, and certified with law enforcement or related agencies. K9s with expired vests are also eligible to participate. There are an estimated 30,000 law enforcement K9s throughout the United States.

Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. accepts tax-deductible contributions in any amount, while a single donation of $1,050 will sponsor one vest. Each vest has a value of $1800.00, weighs an average of 4-5 lbs., and comes with a five-year warranty. For more information, or to learn about volunteer opportunities, please call (508) 824-6978. Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. provides information, lists events, and accepts donations at www.vik9s.org (www.vik9s.org/), or you may mail your contribution to P.O. Box 9, East Taunton, MA 02718

- We would like to express our sincere appreciation to Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. for their generous donation of a bullet and stab protective vest for K9 Diesel. This vest will provide an essential layer of safety, helping to ensure K9 Diesel can continue to serve and protect our community effectively. ... See MoreSee Less

Macon Regional Crimestoppers

2 days ago

“Whether you’re a kingpin or a dealer on the street, anyone who sells drugs to our kids will be arrested and prosecuted." - Attorney General Pamela Bondi.

Learn more about Ryan Wedding, Olympic Athlete-Turned-Cocaine Trafficker: www.justice.gov/opa/pr/10-arrested-federal-indictment-charging-olympic-athlete-turned-cocaine-tra... ... See MoreSee Less

Macon Regional Crimestoppers

2 days ago

If you have any information related to the location of the male subject shown below. Do your part to help keep our communities safe and
" Make the Call" at 478.742.2330, 877.68crime or use our website, www.crimestop.us to submit your tip.The US Department of State offers a reward of up to $15 million for info leading to the arrest and/or conviction of #FBI Ten Most Wanted Fugitive Ryan James Wedding, wanted for allegedly running and participating in a transnational drug trafficking operation: www.fbi.gov/wanted/topten/ryan-james-wedding ... See MoreSee Less

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