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UPDATE - November 13, 2023 | 3:06 PM On November 10th, 2023, at around 10 P.M. the Perry Police Department responded to 610 Marsha Drive in reference to a shooting. Responding officers found an unresponsive 13-year-old female inside the residence with a gunshot wound to the neck. The victim was transported to Perry Hospital by Houston County EMS, where she succumbed to her injury. The investigation into the circumstances of the shooting revealed that the shooting was not intentional. A...

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...

In the early hours of September 21st, 2023, Mr. Nathaniel “Nate” Shearer was on his way to work at Gilmer Warehouse when he decided to make a quick stop at Circle K on Sam Nunn Blvd. Shearer planned to simply purchase items to begin his day. What he did not expect was to interrupt a violent armed assault against an unsuspecting woman in the parking lot. Upon turning into the parking lot, Shearer observed a male attacking a young lady, who was lying on her back attempting to defend...

Perry Police Department Offers Additional Women’s Firearm Safety Class The Perry Police Department will host a 2-part Women's Firearm Safety Class on Thursday, August 10 and Saturday, August 12. This comprehensive course will cover a range of topics, including Georgia firearms laws, carrying and concealment, justifications for the use of deadly force, handgun loading and unloading, and marksmanship fundamentals. Classroom instruction takes place on Thursday, August 10 at 6:00 p.m....

Perry Police Department Offers Record Restriction Opportunity The Perry Police Department will host a record restriction event on July 29 from 10 AM to 2 PM at the Perry Events Center. The record restriction event is an initiative designed to assist individuals who have charges that have been dismissed or found not guilty by the court. It offers a chance for eligible individuals to have these charges restricted from public view, providing them with greater opportunities for employment,...

On July 2, 2023, at around 11:50 p.m. the Perry Police Department was notified that a victim with an apparent gunshot wound had arrived at Houston Medical Center in Warner Robins. After speaking to the victim officers determined the shooting was a result of a marijuana deal that turned into an armed robbery that occurred near the intersection of Newport Ave and Glennfinnan Way in Perry. Detectives were able to identify two suspects during the investigation. These two individuals were taken...

Perry Police Department Receives $1.5 Million Dollar Grant The Perry Police Department received $1,572,328.98 in grant funds from the Governor’s Office for investments in technology and investigative equipment. This grant will help add technology to the police department’s current Flock system and add the Fusus platform. This program is a system that allows businesses to give the police department voluntary access to cameras and allow officers to search cameras when investigating...

Perry Police Department Goes Behind-The-Scenes With Citizens Police Academy The Perry Police Department is accepting applications for this year’s Citizens Police Academy. This 12-week program gives participants an opportunity to understand the responsibilities and challenges within the law enforcement profession. The academy begins June 12 and will meet at the Public Safety Building located at 1207 Washington Street. Applicant Requirements: Minimum age: 20 years...

Perry Police Department Hosts Class About Scam Identification & Prevention The Perry Police Department is hosting a “Don’t Become A Victim” information session on June 8 from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at the James E. Worrall Center. Participants will identify common scams and how to avoid becoming a victim. Topics include identity theft, check and credit card fraud, email, internet, and phone scams. The information session is free for Perry and Houston County residents....

Perry Police Make Multiple Arrests in Felony Theft Case On July 11, 2022, Perry Police Department officers responded to Mike’s Golf Carts for a reported theft of 18 golf carts, a F-550 Ford truck, and a 36’ Flatbed Trailer. The total value of items stolen or damaged from Mikes Golf Carts exceeded $265,000. Perry Police Detectives, in collaboration with the Houston County District Attorney’s Office and the following Florida law enforcement agencies, Coconut Creek Police Department,...

Perry Begins Automated School Zone Enforcement August 1 The Perry Police Department will begin automated school zone enforcement in designated areas beginning August 1 using cameras. Visible signage is installed at Tucker Elementary, Morningside Elementary, Mossy Creek Middle, and Perry High warning drivers the school zones are enforced by cameras. The cameras will operate during school zone hours posted on the street. Cameras at Perry Middle and Matt Arthur Elementary will be...