Fatal Accident Under Investigation on Lovely Lane On December 15, 2024, an elderly male tragically lost his life in an accidental motor vehicle incident at a residence in the 1100 block of Lovely Lane. The accident occurred when an elderly family member, attempting to move a vehicle out of the garage, inadvertently shifted the vehicle into drive instead of reverse. The vehicle struck the victim, causing severe injuries. Perry Police Officers and Perry Fire Department personnel...

Perry Police Department Provides Update in Homicide Investigation On December 11, 2024, Perry Police Detectives charged and arrested Travis Buckley, an 18-year-old Black male, in connection with the murder of Mason Holt. Buckley has been charged with the following offenses: • Felony Murder • Aggravated Assault • Armed Robbery • Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony Buckley is currently being held at the Houston County Detention...

Construction Accident Claims Life in Perry On December 3, 2024, at approximately 3:30 p.m., the Perry Police and Fire Departments responded to a construction accident at the entrance of Woodlands Blvd and Highway 127. Upon arrival, first responders discovered that a victim had been accidentally struck by a commercial forklift. The individual sustained serious injuries, and medical aid was immediately provided at the scene. The victim was transported to Houston Medical Center by EMS but...

Arson Arrest Made Following Residential Fire in Perry On July 8, 2024, at around 13:00 hrs., the City of Perry Fire Department and Perry Police Department responded to a residential structure fire at 228 Shoshone Circle, Perry, Georgia. After the fire was extinguished by Perry Fire personnel, a joint investigation was launched into the cause and origin of the fire. It was determined that the fire was intentionally set and has been ruled arson by investigators. The investigation led...

On June 11, 2024, the Perry Police Department Criminal Investigation Division in partnership with Special Agents from the Georgia Department of Revenue Alcohol and Tobacco Division conducted ID compliance checks at several businesses in the City of Perry. At six of the nine businesses checked a person under the age of 21 was sold a vape or tobacco product without having to provide valid government identification. The below businesses were found to be in violation of Georgia law prohibiting...

The following letter is from Perry Police Chief Alan Everidge about the FLOCK camera system in Perry. As Police Chief in Perry which I am proud to serve I have been asked, as have officers and elected officials, about the FLOCK camera system which has been installed around Perry. This was not a quick decision but a decision based on studies and review of criminal activity trends here and across the nation and how we can continue to keep the community safe. I think most people know as...

Perry Police Department Completes One Mind Campaign The Perry Police Department was recognized by the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) for meeting the requirements for the One Mind Campaign. The Perry Police Department received recognition from the One Mind Campaign for fulfilling their pledge to improve their approach towards individuals with mental health conditions. To complete the One Mind Campaign, the Perry Police Department established a sustainable...

The Perry Police Department selected the winners of Officer, Supervisor, and Civilian of the Year for 2023. Officer of the Year – Officer Jessica Lange Supervisor of the Year – Lt. David Hill Civilian of the Year – Shari Wallander These awards are voted on by the employees of the Perry Police Department. Congratulations!

The City of Perry Police Department will host a Senior Citizen Firearm Safety class on March 4, 2024, from 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. The class will provide participants with knowledge of basic safety training including loading, unloading, and firing of handguns. In addition, the class will provide information on Georgia law regarding possession, concealment, and legal justifications for use of deadly force. Classroom instruction takes place at the Perry Police Department (1207 Washington...

The City of Perry Police Department will host a Senior Citizen Firearm Safety class on January 9, 2023, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. The class will provide participants with knowledge of basic safety training including loading, unloading, and firing of handguns. In addition, the class will provide information on Georgia law regarding possession, concealment, and legal justifications for use of deadly force. Classroom instruction takes place at the Perry Police Department (1207 Washington...

On November 4th, 2023, at around 6:00 A.M. the Perry Police Department responded to 1602 Sam Nunn Blvd, Quality Inn in reference to a personal armed robbery. Officer arrived on scene and learned that a black male had entered the two victim’s hotel room brandishing a handgun and demanding money. There were no injuries reported by any of the victims. The offender, later identified as Willie Harris Jr, B/M 54 years of age, from Montezuma, Georgia fled the scene in one of the victims 2019...

On Friday, September 22nd, 2023 at 3:32am, the Perry Police Department received an emergency 911 call to Circle K, located at 1505 Sam Nunn Blvd. in reference to an aggravated assault and armed robbery incident. The Perry Police Patrol Division responded, contacted the victim and learned she was attacked by a male armed with a knife when she exited the business and attempted to enter her vehicle. With the assistance of the Houston County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Division, Deondre Terrell...