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Written by B. Gault, Public Information Office
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Wednesday, 30 April 2008 |
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A routine traffic stop Tuesday on Waterlevel Highway by Bradley County Sheriff’s deputies led to the arrest of two individuals and recovery of a vehicle that was reported stolen to Calhoun Georgia Police on Sunday.  Jamie Michael Anderson Deputy Shaun McKee stopped the 2002 Ford F-150 near the Bradley County – Polk County line after he observed an expired license tag was displayed on the vehicle. A check through NCIC revealed the tag was registered to a different vehicle and the vehicle identification number matched the stolen truck. During questioning, Jamie Michael Anderson, who was the driver of the vehicle, attempted to flee from Deputy McKee. He was apprehended after a short foot pursuit and was taken into custody for additional investigation. A search of the vehicle revealed several marijuana cigarettes and a small baggie of suspected marijuana. Further investigation by the Criminal Investigation Division revealed roach clips, several needles, and tweezers. Also found were several flashlights and other tools used in burglaries. There were driver’s licenses belonging to several individuals in the vehicle. When contacted each reported they were recently burglarized. Anderson, who is 32, and a female passenger, Heather Erlene Ray, 21, both of Dalton, have warrants for Burglary in Bartow County Georgia and will be held at the Bradley County Jail pending extradition.  Heather Earlene Ray Both suspects were charged with Possession of Stolen Property over $1,000, Possession of Burglary Tools, Possession of Marijuana, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Anderson also has charges of Evading Arrest, Driving on Expired Tags, Misuse of Registration, No Proof of Insurance and Driving on a Suspended License. Assisting with the investigation were Deputy Travis Smith and Detective Laura Lane. |
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Written by Tim Gobble, Sheriff
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Monday, 03 March 2008 |
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Welcome to bradleysheriff.com. 
We work hard to keep you informed of issues and developments that affect Bradley County and the Sheriff's Office. Check in with us regularly as we continue to improve and update this site in order to provide you with a reliable and accurate source of information regarding the BCSO.
And be sure to tune in to BCSOtv, which is our latest ~ and most popular ~ update to bradleysheriff.com. As always, if you have comments, suggestions or observations, please email me: comments@bradleysheriff.com. If you would like for me to share your comments here on the BCSO website or in future podcasts, you can also email me at mailbag@bradleysheriff.com (either way, I will not reveal your full name or identity). I count it an honor to serve as Sheriff of Bradley County and look forward to hearing from you. ~ Sheriff Tim Gobble |
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Written by Tim Gobble, Sheriff
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Thursday, 24 April 2008 |
Over the last several years, gasoline prices have soared. Experts predict it will hit at least $4 per gallon at the pump before we see any slowdown. Some folks have suggested that one way to help deal with the high cost of fuel is to cut the number of police cruisers on the road and reduce or eliminate take-home vehicles for emergency responders.
The BCSO already limits take-home vehicles to personnel who live in Bradley County and are required to respond to emergencies while off-duty. In addition, I have reduced the BCSO fleet size by over 20 vehicles since I took office in September 2006. Statistically, the size of the current BCSO fleet is in line with other law enforcement agencies of similar size, mission and responsibility.
It is the policy of the BCSO that deputies restrict the use of official vehicles to official business. Some limited personal use is allowed, but only if that personal use is directly incidental to a deputy’s employment responsibilities. For example, if a deputy needs to mail a letter or drop a child off at school or something like that, they are allowed to do so as long as the stop they make is reasonably located along the route necessary to complete the job assignment. This is known as “limited personal use incidental to employment.” Now, if the post office is not located along the route incidental to employment, then the use of an official vehicle would not be allowed.
Of course, when off-duty, the use of official vehicles is restricted to official call-outs only. The drive-home policy is not for the benefit of the employee ~ it is for the benefit of the citizens of Bradley County. In fact, the IRS does not consider take-home emergency vehicles that are restricted in the manner I have described as personal income or a benefit.
As sheriff of Bradley County, I am constitutionally and statutorily responsible for the safety and well-being of a growing population of approximately 100,000 citizens in a 333 square mile area. BCSO deputies are charged with investigating crime, apprehending criminals, operating a 408-bed jail, protecting 13 different courts, serving warrants, patrolling the roads, preventing and deterring crime, responding to calls and being prepared to handle a host of other emergencies, whether man-made or natural disasters. Unfortunately, crime and mishap don’t punch a clock or keep regular hours. Law enforcement and emergency personal must be on the job 24/7, 365 days a year, without exception.
I consider take-home vehicles necessary to the performance of my duties and essential to fulfilling the increasing demands of a growing population. The BCSO take-home program saves lives, preserves resources and is sound public policy for any number of reasons.
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Written by B. Gault, Public Information Office
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Wednesday, 30 April 2008 |
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Three juveniles were charged with Felony Reckless Endangerment and Vandalism after three vehicles using Waterlevel Highway on Tuesday sustained damage from rocks that were thrown from the side of the road. All three incidents occurred in an area between Burke Road and Lyles Road.  The rocks struck the windshields of the three vehicles leaving each with damage of approximately $400. Due to the potential of injury to vehicle occupants, a 15 year-old and two 14 year-old youths now face six counts of Felony Reckless Endangerment. Investigation is on going into previous rock-throwing incidents in the same area. Deputies Shane McKee, Nathan Aly and J.P. Allman took the three youths into custody. |
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Written by B. Gault, Public Information Office
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Monday, 28 April 2008 |
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 DARE graduation was held recently at Waterville Elementary School. As the final assignment each student was required to submit an essay on the topic: What I Learned in DARE. The three best essays - one from each fifth grade class - were chosen for presentation during the graduation ceremony. Pictured below are:(from left to right, front row) Gabriela Ortiz, Alicia Lupo, and Bayley Bishop. Back row: School Resource Officer Rusty Bryant, Sheriff Tim Gobble, Principal Charlene Cofer, and Deputy Bo Collins, DARE instructor. |
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