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Georgia Student Pilot Pleads Guilty to Stealing Aircraft, Flying to North Carolina

Georgia Student Pilot Pleads Guilty to Stealing Aircraft, Flying to North Carolina Defendant Flew Stolen Bonaza A-36 in IFR Weather Conditions MACON, Ga. – A student pilot who admitted to stealing a private plane from a Perry, Georgia, hanger and flying it to North Carolina and back—at one point flying in foggy weather conditions requiring specialized instrument training for safety—is facing up to ten years in prison for his crime. Rufus Crane, 27, of Coconut Creek, Florida,...

Arrest Made in Quadruple Homicide Investigation in Perry, Georgia

Arrest Made in Quadruple Homicide Investigation in Perry, Georgia Perry, Georgia – The Perry Police Department and Houston County District Attorney’s Office would like to release that an arrest in connection with the recent quadruple homicide that occurred in Perry has been made. On Thursday, May 15, 2025, Perry Detectives charged Michael James Jordan, age 34, in connection with the deaths of four individuals found at a residence on Gaines Drive. Jordan has been charged with four...

Perry Police Department Identifies Person of Interest in Quadruple Homicide Investigation

Perry Police Department Identifies Person of Interest in Quadruple Homicide Investigation PERRY, GA — The Perry Police Department is actively investigating a quadruple homicide that occurred at a residence in the City of Perry. Four individuals were found deceased at the scene. As part of the ongoing investigation, detectives have identified Michael James Jordan, 34 years of age, black male, as a person of interest in the case. At this time, Mr. Jordan has not been charged with the...

Perry PD Responds to Shooting on Houston Street

Perry PD Responds to Shooting on Houston Street On March 16th, 2025, at 04:21am, the Perry Police Department was notified of an incident involving shots fired at the residence located at 1319 Houston Street, Perry, GA 31069. The Patrol Division responded and learned that a victim had been transported to Perry Hospital by private vehicle. The victim sustained a gunshot wound is currently being treated for injuries at Atrium Health Navicent Hospital. The Criminal Investigations Division was...

Perry Police Department Offers Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Experience Through Citizens Police Academy

Perry Police Department Offers Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Experience Through Citizens Police Academy The Perry Police Department is accepting applications for this year’s Citizens Police Academy. This program gives participants an opportunity to understand the responsibilities and challenges within the law enforcement profession. The academy begins March 11, 2025, and will meet at the Public Safety Building located at 1207 Washington Street. Applicant...

Perry Police Department to Host Senior Citizens’ Firearms Safety Class and Women's Firearm Safety Class in April

Perry Police Department to Host Senior Citizens’ Firearms Safety Class and Women's Firearm Safety Class in April The City of Perry Police Department will host a Senior Citizens’ Firearm Safety class and a Women’s Firearm Safety class in April 2025. Senior Citizens’ Firearm Safety Class – April 11 | 8 AM – 12 PM | $30 Class Fee Women’s Firearm Safety Class – April 12 | 8 AM – 12 PM | $30 Class Fee Each class will provide participants with knowledge of basic...

Perry Police Department Responds to Aggravated Assault Incident

Perry Police Department Responds to Aggravated Assault Incident At approximately 22:45 hours on January 22, the Perry Police Department responded to a reported Aggravated Assault with a baseball bat that occurred during a domestic dispute at Pecan Grove Mobile Manor, located at 1998 Sam Nunn Blvd, Perry, Georgia. The suspect, Zion Lines, has been charged with Aggravated Assault and Aggravated Battery and is currently being held at the Houston County Detention Center. The victim...

Perry Police Department, Bibb County Sheriff's Office, and Houston County Sheriff's Office Collaborate to Recover $175,000 in Stolen Property and Arrest Suspects

Perry Police Department, Bibb County Sheriff's Office, and Houston County Sheriff's Office Collaborate to Recover $175,000 in Stolen Property and Arrest Suspects The Perry Police Department, in partnership with the Bibb County Sheriff's Office and the Houston County Sheriff's Office, has successfully concluded a joint investigation into a series of thefts that began in November 2024. The investigation has resulted in the arrest of two suspects and the recovery of nearly $175,000 in stolen...

Perry Police Department Arrests Three Suspects in Golf Cart Theft Case

Perry Police Department Arrests Three Suspects in Golf Cart Theft Case The Perry Police Department has apprehended three suspects in connection with the theft of multiple golf carts from Mike’s Carts on Sam Nunn Boulevard. On December 18, 2024, officers arrested Edward Hargreaves (37) and Ashley Cebada (42) following a brief pursuit. A search revealed methamphetamine and firearms in their possession and inside the stolen golf cart they were using to flee. Both suspects face multiple...

Juveniles Arrested for Vehicle Burglaries at Road Runner Towing

Juveniles Arrested for Vehicle Burglaries at Road Runner Towing On December 7, 2024, Perry Police Officers arrested two juveniles, a 13-year-old male and a 15-year-old male, in connection to 24 vehicle burglaries that occurred over the past month at Road Runner Towing, located at 300 Hampton Court. The arrests followed a burglary in progress reported by an employee of the business around 11:30 a.m. Officers responded quickly and apprehended the juveniles a short distance from the...

Fatal Accident Under Investigation on Lovely Lane

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

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...