Posts Tagged ‘Towns County Sheriff Office’

Towns County Knife Suspect

August 20 | Posted by editor | News, Towns Tags:

Hiawassee, GA -  Thursday afternoon, August 16, Hiawassee Police were dispatched to a Dr.’s Office near the hospital in reference to a male allegedly wielding a knife. Hiawasse Police Officer Walls arrived near the scene, and Towns County Sheriff Chris Clinton was in the area and also responded to the call along with another deputy. After a short search, the subject... Read more

From the Desk of Sheriff Christopher M. Clinton

August 8 | Posted by editor | News, Towns Tags:

Hiawassee, GA - This week school will be back in session beginning Thursday, August 9th.  Please be aware that in the mornings from approximately 7:30 AM until approximately 8 AM there will be increased traffic in front of the school.  Traffic will again increase around 3:00 PM. The Sheriff’s Office will be providing traffic control to assist with safety.  Please... Read more

From the Town’s County Sheriff’s Desk

July 26 | Posted by editor | News, Towns Tags:

Hiawassee, GA – During the summer months there are special considerations when it comes to keeping your children safe.  With all the outdoor activities that involve being outdoors and sometimes water, I felt it would be a good idea to spend a couple of weeks discussing some things you can do to keep your child safe.  The following tips are... Read more

Sheriff Clinton Reports Crime Down Thirty Percent

June 5 | Posted by editor | News, Towns Tags: ,

Young Harris, GA – Crime in Towns County is down approximately 30%, reported Sheriff Chris Clinton at this past Friday’s meeting of the Mountain Movers and Shakers, held at Mary’s Southern Grill. Sheriff Clinton, speaking in front of nearly thirty people, reported those statistics, while praising his exceptional staff for their dedication and professionalism. He noted that his Deputies must walk a fine line... Read more

Drugs Seized in Towns County

May 27 | Posted by editor | News, Towns Tags:

Hiawassee, GA - In the early morning hours of Tuesday, May 1, Towns County Sheriff’s Deputies, assisted by agents from the Appalachian Drug Task Force, conducted a search warrant on a residence off Hwy. 76 east in the Streak Hill Community. During the search, Towns County Sheriff’s Office K9 “Sarge” found what appeared to be nearly a pound of marijuana in a... Read more

Chris Clinton Re-Election Announcement

May 26 | Posted by editor | News, Politics, Towns Tags: ,

Hiawassee, GA - Sheriff Chris Clinton announced that he will be seeking re-election in 2012.  “I would like to start by thanking the people of Towns County for giving me the opportunity to serve them as Sheriff.  My family and I have been truly blessed by the continued support of the community.  I will be seeking re-election this year and would like... Read more

Joint Effort Leads to Several Arrests in Towns County

May 25 | Posted by editor | News, Towns Tags:

Hiawassee, GA – A cooperative effort between Towns County Sheriff’s Office, Appalachian Drug Task Force, Hiawassee Police Department and Clay County Sheriff’s Office leads to several arrests in two states… Towns County Sheriff’s Deputies, Agents with the Appalachian Drug Task Force, and officers with the Hiawassee Police Department executed 9 felony arrest warrants at the Hiawassee Fruit and Vegetable Market. These warrants... Read more

4th annual Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Homes Benefit Trap Shoot

May 15 | Posted by editor | News, Towns Tags:

Hiawassee, GA - Towns County Sheriff Chris Clinton will host the 4th annual Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Homes benefit trap shoot on May 18, 2012 at the Chatuge Gun Club shooting range on Owl Creek Road in Hiawassee, GA. Beginning at 8:00am, this is an all day event with raffles, silent auctions, door prizes, food, fun for the kids, and, of course,... Read more