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If you have any information related to the case, do your part to help keep our communities safe, and “ Make the Call “ at 478.742.2330, 877.68crime or visit our website at www.crimestop.usSCRTG needs help finding a hit-and-run suspect that killed 52-year-old Erik Kitchens. We believe the vehicle will be a 2019-2024 Dodge product a 1500, 2500 or 3500. There will be damage to the front bumper, grill and passenger side headlight area. The hit and run occurred on Georgia Highway 133 on October 18, 2025, around 8:55 pm in Colquitt County. If you know any information, please call Troop G Communication Center at (229) 931-7000 ... See MoreSee Less

If you have any information related to the case, do your part to help keep our communities safe, and “ Make the Call “ at 478.742.2330, 877.68crime or visit our website at www.crimestop.us

MEDIA RELEASE
OFFICE OF THE SHERIFF
BIBB COUNTY, GA.
DAVID J. DAVIS SHERIFF

October 19, 2025
UPDATE: Death Investigation on Wiliams Street

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a death that occurred in the 500 block of Williams Street just before 11:00 p.m..

At 10:25 p.m., a call came into the Macon Bibb E-911 Center reporting a twenty-seven-year-old male, later identified as Quantayrias De’ Monte Townsend, had been shot and transported to a local hospital by personal vehicle. According to medical staff, the victim did succumb to his injuries. Deputies received an additional call and responded to the area within the 500 block of Williams Street and found two males unresponsive, suffering from a gunshot wound, later identified as twenty-one-year-old Brandon Devonta Thomas, and sixteen-year-old male identified as Markell Bonner, Jr. According to Chief Deputy Coroner Lonnie Miley, both victims were pronounced deceased on scene. The next of kin has been notified.

The circumstances surrounding this incident are currently under investigation. Additional information will be provided as it becomes available.

Investigators are asking anyone with information about this incident to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-751 -7500 or the Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

Previous Media Release below

October 18, 2025
Death Investigation on Wiliams Street

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a death that occurred in the 500 block of Williams Street just before 11:00 p.m..

At 10:25 p.m., a call came into the Macon Bibb E-911 Center reporting a twenty-seven-year-old male had been shot and transported to a local hospital by personal vehicle. According to medical staff, the victim did succumb to his injuries. Deputies received an additional call and responded to the area within the 500 block of Williams Street and found two males unresponsive, suffering from a gunshot wound. According to Chief Deputy Coroner Lonnie Miley, both victims were pronounced deceased on scene. The names of the victims will not be released until the next of kin has been notified.

The circumstances surrounding this incident are currently under investigation. Additional information will be provided as it becomes available.

Investigators are asking anyone with information about this incident to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-751 -7500 or the Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.
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Call the authorities. Take action. Save a life.

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Team effort makes the difference!
When you care about your community Make the Call at 478.742.2330, 877.68crime or www.crimestop.us
6 days ago

🚨 WANTED FRIDAY 🚨
The Houston County Sheriff’s Office is seeking Jaydeep K. Prajapati, wanted for Aggravated Child Molestation.

He’s described as a 39-year-old male, 5’7” tall, weighing about 152 pounds. He remains at large.

If you know where he is, do not approach him. Contact the Houston County Sheriff’s Office at 478-542-2125 or remain anonymous by calling Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME (478-742-2330) or visiting crimestop.us and selecting “Submit a Tip.”

💰 Your information could earn you a cash reward — and help bring a wanted suspect to justice.
#MakeTheCall
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🚨 WANTED FRIDAY 🚨
The Houston County Sheriff’s Office is seeking Jaydeep K. Prajapati, wanted for Aggravated Child Molestation.

He’s described as a 39-year-old male, 5’7” tall, weighing about 152 pounds. He remains at large.

If you know where he is, do not approach him. Contact the Houston County Sheriff’s Office at 478-542-2125 or remain anonymous by calling Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME (478-742-2330) or visiting crimestop.us and selecting “Submit a Tip.”

💰 Your information could earn you a cash reward — and help bring a wanted suspect to justice. 
#MakeTheCall

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Oh he won’t make it in

Dead or Alive

The “other” is talking about race.

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If you have seen or know the location of the person referenced in the Monroe Co. Sheriff's Office media release below. Do your part to help keep our communities safe and " Make the Call " 478.742.2330, 877.68crime or www.crimestop.usThe Monroe County Sheriff's Office is currently asking for assistance for the location and arrest of Jazmine Bido McCarroll (pictured), 28 years old. She is currently wanted for Theft by Deception and Party to a Crime (Impersonating a Police Officer) in Monroe County. If you have seen her or know of her whereabouts please contact the Monroe County Sheriff's Office at 478-994-7010 or Investigator Posey at 478-994-7043 ext. 231. You may also contact us through Facebook, Instagram or the Monroe County Sheriff's Office App, where you may remain anonymous. ... See MoreSee Less

If you have seen or know the location of the person referenced in the Monroe Co. Sheriffs Office media release below.  Do your part to help keep our communities safe and  Make the Call  478.742.2330, 877.68crime or www.crimestop.us

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Check Golden Corral or old times

7 days ago

🚨 GREAT WORK TWIGGS COUNTY! 🚨
Thanks to a Crimestoppers tip, deputies arrested a Macon man and recovered a stolen Ashley Furniture semi-truck that had been missing for nearly a year.

This case is proof that your tips make a difference — every call counts! 💪
If you see something, say something. Submit tips anonymously at [www.crimestop.us](www.crimestop.us) or call 877.68.CRIME.

#CrimeStoppers #twiggscountysheriff #CommunityWatch #AshleyFurniture #georgianews
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🚨 GREAT WORK TWIGGS COUNTY! 🚨
Thanks to a Crimestoppers tip, deputies arrested a Macon man and recovered a stolen Ashley Furniture semi-truck that had been missing for nearly a year.

This case is proof that your tips make a difference — every call counts! 💪
If you see something, say something. Submit tips anonymously at [www.crimestop.us](http://www.crimestop.us) or call 877.68.CRIME.

#CrimeStoppers #twiggscountysheriff #CommunityWatch #AshleyFurniture #georgianews
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