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Arson Arrest Made Following Residential Fire in Perry

Arson Arrest Made Following Residential Fire in Perry On July 8, 2024, at around 13:00 hrs., the City of Perry Fire Department and Perry Police Department responded to a residential structure fire at 228 Shoshone Circle, Perry, Georgia. After the fire was extinguished by Perry Fire personnel, a joint investigation was launched into the cause and origin of the fire. It was determined that the fire was intentionally set and has been ruled arson by investigators. The investigation led...



Perry Police Department | Underage Tobacco and Vape Operation

On June 11, 2024, the Perry Police Department Criminal Investigation Division in partnership with Special Agents from the Georgia Department of Revenue Alcohol and Tobacco Division conducted ID compliance checks at several businesses in the City of Perry. At six of the nine businesses checked a person under the age of 21 was sold a vape or tobacco product without having to provide valid government identification. The below businesses were found to be in violation of Georgia law prohibiting...



FLOCK Cameras Explained

The following letter is from Perry Police Chief Alan Everidge about the FLOCK camera system in Perry. As Police Chief in Perry which I am proud to serve I have been asked, as have officers and elected officials, about the FLOCK camera system which has been installed around Perry. This was not a quick decision but a decision based on studies and review of criminal activity trends here and across the nation and how we can continue to keep the community safe. I think most people know as...



Perry Police Department Completes One Mind Campaign

Perry Police Department Completes One Mind Campaign The Perry Police Department was recognized by the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) for meeting the requirements for the One Mind Campaign. The Perry Police Department received recognition from the One Mind Campaign for fulfilling their pledge to improve their approach towards individuals with mental health conditions. To complete the One Mind Campaign, the Perry Police Department established a sustainable...



Perry Police Department Announces Officer, Supervisor, and Civilian of the Year

The Perry Police Department selected the winners of Officer, Supervisor, and Civilian of the Year for 2023. Officer of the Year – Officer Jessica Lange Supervisor of the Year – Lt. David Hill Civilian of the Year – Shari Wallander These awards are voted on by the employees of the Perry Police Department. Congratulations!



Perry Police Department To Host Senior Citizen Firearm Safety Class

The City of Perry Police Department will host a Senior Citizen Firearm Safety class on March 4, 2024, from 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. The class will provide participants with knowledge of basic safety training including loading, unloading, and firing of handguns. In addition, the class will provide information on Georgia law regarding possession, concealment, and legal justifications for use of deadly force. Classroom instruction takes place at the Perry Police Department (1207 Washington...



Perry Police Department To Host Senior Citizen Firearm Safety Class

The City of Perry Police Department will host a Senior Citizen Firearm Safety class on January 9, 2023, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. The class will provide participants with knowledge of basic safety training including loading, unloading, and firing of handguns. In addition, the class will provide information on Georgia law regarding possession, concealment, and legal justifications for use of deadly force. Classroom instruction takes place at the Perry Police Department (1207 Washington...



Perry Police Department Responds to Armed Robbery/Aggravated Assault

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...



Perry Police Department Responds to Aggravated Assault/Armed Robbery Incident

On Friday, September 22nd, 2023 at 3:32am, the Perry Police Department received an emergency 911 call to Circle K, located at 1505 Sam Nunn Blvd. in reference to an aggravated assault and armed robbery incident. The Perry Police Patrol Division responded, contacted the victim and learned she was attacked by a male armed with a knife when she exited the business and attempted to enter her vehicle. With the assistance of the Houston County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Division, Deondre Terrell...



Perry Police Department Responds to Home Invasion

On 08/13/2023 at approximately 0839 hrs., Houston County 911 dispatched officers to 1521 Houston Lake Road, Perry, GA., 31069 in reference to two males outside of this residence with firearms. One of the males, identified as Jason Butler, was found to be in possession of a semi-automatic pistol (reported stolen by the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department), a revolver, and an ar-15 rifle. During investigation, Butler was found to have pointed the firearm(s) towards both an adult and juvenile...



Perry Police Department, Houston County Sheriff’s Office, and Middle Flint Behavioral Health Respond to Mental Health Crisis, Barricaded Subject

On August 7th, 2023, officers with the Perry Police Department, Houston County Sheriff’s Office, and Middle Flint Behavioral Health responded to an individual that was barricaded inside of an apartment, threatening to cause harm to others with a firearm at Houston Lake Apartments, 2350 Houston Lake Drive, Perry, Georgia. It was determined shortly after officers arrived on scene the individual was experiencing a mental health crisis. A Perry Police Department negotiator along with...



Perry Police Department Responds to Homicide Incident

On June 10, 2023, at around 20:00 hrs., the Perry Police Department, Perry Fire Department and Houston County EMS were dispatched to a reported stabbing at 1820 Macon Rd, Perry, Georgia 31069 (Berkshire Court Apartments). Perry Police and Perry Fire Department units arrived on scene. A single stabbing victim was located outside of D-Building inside of the Berkshire Court Apartments complex. Life saving measures were attempted by Perry Police and Perry Fire. The victim was transported to...



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