Murray County Sheriff’s Office- Asking for Community Help in Identifying Suspect

Community, Police & Government

The Murray County Sheriff’s Office is asking the community for help with identifying the person and vehicle pictured below. This person is a suspect in the Theft of Lost or Mislaid Property last Saturday night at a local gas station. If you have any information, please call Detective Andy Dill at 706-695-4592 ext 302.

Drug Bust at Residence on Hwy. 225 North Chatsworth

Press Release
On 12/02/2021 Investigators with the assistance of patrol units from the Murray County Sheriff’s Office conducted a search warrant at the residence of Frankie Edward Tenney, Hwy 225 North Chatsworth, Murray County, Georgia. During the search of the residence, approximately 8 ounces of separately packaged Methamphetamine was located along with Marijuana and several drug related objects.
Pursuant to this investigation, Frankie Edward Tenney was charged with Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Methamphetamine with Intent to Distribute, Trafficking in Methamphetamine, and Possession of Drug Related Objects.
Malachi Jeremiah Horn of Holly Creek Cool Springs Road, Chatsworth, Murray County, Georgia was arrested on an outstanding warrant for Theft by Taking.
Keep up the great work!!!
Jimmy Davenport
Sheriff of Murray Count

Three Chatsworth residents arrested on narcotics-related charges

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CHATSWORTH, Ga – Murray County deputies served multiple search warrants that resulted in three individuals arrested for alleged drug possession on June 17. Two of the three were also charged with intent to distribute.
James Randall Whitmire of Murray County, Chatsworth, Ga, Raymond R Sanborn of Murray County, Chatsworth, Ga, and LeDetra Shavon Cross of Murray County, Chatsworth, Ga were arrested.
Following a month-long investigation, law enforcement uncovered evidence that Whitmire and Sanborn were allegedly illegally obtaining Tapentadol, a schedule 2 narcotic through the United States Postal Service. They later repackaged and sent the drug to customers also through the postal service.
Investigators believe Whitmire and Sanborn received more than 20,000 schedule 2 narcotic tablets in the mail and distributed them. .
Assisting, in the case, was the Chatsworth Police Department, Department of Homeland Security, Georgia Bureau of Investigation, Conasauga Safe Streets Task Force, and the US Postal Service.
James Randall Whitmire was charged with  5 counts of Possession of a Controlled Substance  and one count of Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Distribute.
Raymond R. Sanborn was charged with 1 count of Possession of a Controlled Substance and 1 count of Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Distribute.
LeDetra Shavon Cross was charged with 1 county of Possession of a Controlled Substance and Possession of Methamphetamine.
This investigation is still active and ongoing.

Drake sworn in as honorary Murray County Deputy

Community, Press Release
Nathanial Drake
Yesterday the Sheriff’s Office was blessed with the honor to partner and participate with multiple law enforcement agencies across north Georgia to make a wish and a dream come true for a Murray County High School student.
Nathaniel Drake was sworn as an Honorary Murray County Deputy Sheriff after spending the day with the Georgia State Patrol and meeting the Governor. In attendance of this special ceremony were a number of local elected officials, law enforcement officials, Murray County School Teachers and Administrators, along with many, many others.
Honorary Deputy Nathaniel Drake was presented with a photoshoot by Brad Parker, a commemorative plaque, agency challenge coins, uniform patches and other gifts from local, state and federal law enforcement agencies. It was a day of joyful celebration mixed with smiles, hugs and tears.

Five charged for drugs, firearms in Murray County

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MCSO arrested five people with charges including possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and possession of meth.

Five people were charged and arrested on drugs and weapons charges after an investigation by the Proactive Investigative Unit of the Murray County Sheriff’s Department., according to a press release on the office’s Facebook page.

Arrested were:
  • Richard Paul Crisp of 333 Nichole Drive, Resaca,  was charged with Possession of Methamphetamine, Trafficking in Methamphetamine, Possession of Methamphetamine with Intent to Distribute and Possession of Drug Related Objects.
  • Walker Trent Cudd of 309 Charles Road, Chatsworth, was charged with felony Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Distribute, Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of Crime and Possession of Drug Related Objects.
  • Jacob Quarles, of 2455 Mt Carmel Church Road, Chatsworth, was charged with Felony Possession of Marijuana, Possession with Intent to Distribute Marijuana, Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Crime and D
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    Five people were charged on various drug and weapons charges after an investigation by the MCSO.

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  • David Perry of 2455 Mt Carmel Church Road, Chatsworth, was charged with Possession of Methamphetamine and DrugRelated Objects.
  • Charley Perry, female, of 2455 Mt Carmel Church Road, Chatsworth, was charged with Felony Possession of Marijuana and Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Distribute.
READ MORE MURRAY COUNTY NEWS HERE.

Investigators seek information on body found

Police & Government, Press Release

A body found on Monday has investigators with the Murray County Sheriff’s Office are seeking information. According to a press release from the sheriff’s department:

The body of a unidentified, white male was found at Carolton Petty Road and the Conasauga River Bridge. Investigators believe he was in his 20s. The area was investigated by the sheriff’s office and the Georgia Bureau of Investigations and the body was taken to hte GBI Crime Lab for an autopsy.

If anyone has any information about this incident or anything suspicious between the dates and times of Sunday, March 15 and Monday, March 16 at about 4 p.m., contact the Murray County Sheriff’s Office at 706-695-4592 ext. 339 or the GBI office, Region One at 706-624-1424.

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Student Disciplined After Threatening North Murray High School

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North Murray High School

MURRAY COUNTY, Ga -After making a threat to bring a gun to school on Thursday, Dec. 12, an unidentified North Murray High School student was disciplined and enrolled in alternative school.

The student made the threat on Monday, Dec. 9. Someone reported it, leading Murray County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) to investigate. MCSO deemed the threat not credible.

Around 200 students missed school on Thursday according to North Murray High School’s legal counsel Mike Tuck. He also stated that the student in question received appropriate discipline.

Fetch Your News will update this story as information becomes available.

Officers Warn of Social Security Voucher Phone Scam

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MURRAY COUNTY, Ga – Murray County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) advises citizens, especially senior citizens, to be wary of phone scam regarding the Social Security Administration.

Two male individuals are calling retirement age residents of Murray County offering Social Security Vouchers. The phone numbers associated with this scam are 844-452-5035 and 915-200-7412. Two males are identifying themselves as Officers Calvin Miller and Jeff Davis.

Do not engage in conversation with these individuals or provide them with any banking or other personal information. MCSO urges residences to contact law enforcement if they need any further assistance.

 

Murray deputies get $76,000 in drug paraphernalia off the streets

Police & Government
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MURRAY COUNTY, GA – In separate investigations, Murray County Deputies and Investigators successfully removed over $76,000 worth of drug paraphernalia and firearms from local streets.

The investigations are still ongoing and the result of dedicated law enforcement officers and multiple search warrants.

In the header image is approximately 50 fluid ounces (more than 1500 vials) of THC Oil, approximately 14 pounds of Marijuana, three firearms with ammunition, items and utensils used in the consumption and distribution of Marijuana along with $1810.00 of US Currency. An approximate street value of $75,000.00 dollars.

The second picture is approximately 14.4 grams of Methamphetamine, approximately 3.5 ounces of Marijuana, 39 firearms, and $1116.00 of US Currency.

Fetch Your News is gathering information related to these drug paraphernalia seizures and will update this story as information comes in.

Deputy McEntire & K9 Spike win 1st Place in K9 Criminal Apprehension Competition

Police & Government

Congratulations! to Deputy McEntire and K9 Spike, on winning First Place in the K-9 Criminal Apprehension competition at the 7th Annual K9 Training and Certification Workshop.  1k9 1k93


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The competition was held at the Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, Perry, GA.  They competed against 29 other teams from around the Country. The Murray County Sheriff’s Office is very proud of them and their accomplishment.

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Puppy shot and killed; tossed in a garbage bag

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chatsworth-puppy-shot A Murray County family is looking for answers after their 10-month old puppy was shot and killed. Beau, a Yellow Labrador, was found miles from their Chatsworth home, dumped in a trash bag.

The Murray County Sheriff’s Office is calling this an act of animal cruelty. They are trying to track down whoever is responsible.

The couple held back tears, still in shock that their 10-month old puppy was shot and killed. His death is a lot for them to understand.

Hannah Mayo was relaxing at home when someone knocked on her front door, but before she could answer, “I heard a gun go off. Two of the three dogs, they are inside dogs, were on their way running back.”

Her 10-month old, Yellow Lab, Beau was nowhere to be found. At first she thought he ran off, scared from the loud noise. She later found out he had been shot in the head, left to die miles away from home. “Ruthlessly dumped, so we may never have found him. No idea what happened to him if we couldn’t find his body. I don’t understand how people could do that.”

Hannah’s boyfriend had searched the neighborhood for the puppy, trying to understand why anyone would do this. “What’s a little puppy going to do? If there was a reason it’s beyond me,” said Matt Harris.

Three hours later, he finally found Beau, tossed on the side of the road. “In a grocery bag. Just over his head. It didn’t fit his whole body.”

The family has no idea why anyone would have done this to their beloved four legged friend. “He was so sweet, a Yellow Lab, if you ever have had one you know their nature. They wouldn’t hurt a fly,” said Mayo.

Hannah took Beau for a walk every day. She didn’t use a leash because no one was around and says he wasn’t a threat to anyone. “Didn’t have free reign of the area never outside unsupervised for longer than 5-10 minutes.”

The family said the puppy was like one of their kids, and they can’t understand what type of person could shoot an animal. They hope to get justice for Beau. “Helpless feeling. Very helpless. Hope and pray someone saw something and will come forward.”

Police continue to investigate. If you have any information about this, you are urged to contact the Murray County Sheriff’s Office at (706) 695-4592.   Live Broadcast From Channel 3 WRCBTV.http://www.wrcbtv.com/story/34099941/puppy-shot-and-killed-tossed-in-a-garbage-bag

GBI Investigation Leads to the Arrest of a Murray County Deputy

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October 6, 2017

Murray County, GA – On Tuesday, October 3, 2017, GBI Calhoun was requested by Murray County Sheriff’s Office to investigate allegations of missing money from the Murray County evidence room. The subsequent investigation has led to the arrest of Deputy Donna Woody, age 49, who was the evidence custodian.

Woody was charged with 6 counts of tampering with evidence, 1 count of violation of oath of office, and 1 count of theft by fiduciary. Information obtained during the course of the investigation indicates that an amount in excess of $10,000 was allegedly stolen from the evidence room. Woody turned herself in to the Murray County Sheriff’s Office on the morning of Thursday, October 5, 2017.

This GBI investigation remains active and ongoing.  Anyone with information is urged to contact the GBI’s Calhoun Office at 706-624-1424

Murray County Sheriff’s Office warns of New Scam

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The Murray County Sheriff’s office would like to make everyone aware of a new scam that’s going around. One of the Detectives (of all people) received a call on Tuesday – March 22nd from someone claiming to be working with his cell phone provider, and stating that his phone service would be shut off if he didn’t provide payment to him. When the Detective identified himself the person hung up.

The Sheriff’s office  has identified the call as coming from Brooklyn, NY

If you receive one of these calls simply hang up. If you are unsure of your account status, contact your service provider yourself.

GBI Assists Murray County in Toddler Death Investigation

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The Georgia  Bureau of Investigation is assisting Murray County officers with investigation of the death of a toddler.

The GBI have joined the investigation after the Murray County Sheriff’s Office responded to the death of a 2 year old.  Authorities responded to an address off Leonard Bridge Road on Wednesday January 13th.  The authorities requested assistance at that time.  Deputies have reported no signs of foul play however the cause of death is unknown.

FYN will update as more information becomes available.

Deputies Show Appreciation for Invest in K9

Community

Deputies Malone and McEntire presenting a new banner to Robin Scott of Invest in K9.   They are so appreciative for the time and dedication she and her husband have given to raising funds in support of Law Enforcement K-9’s in the North Georgia / Southeast Tennessee area.   Working for countless weekends they would setup their table at various locations seeking donations to provide Bullet Proof vests for Police K-9’s on their own time and at their own expense.

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A hero in our eyes, and a true friend to Law Enforcement and their K-9’s. She is directly responsible for soliciting the donations to buy the vests for K-9 “Irko” of the Chatsworth Police Dept., and K-9’s “Spike”, “Rudy” and “Tipsy” of the Murray County Sheriffs Office. Thank You, Robin!

 

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