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Beyond the Badge | A Community Conversation on Safety

Beyond the Badge | A Community Conversation on Safety The Perry Police Department will host Beyond The Badge | A Community Conversation on Safety at Oldfield Park on April 18 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. This family-friendly event offers a unique opportunity for community members to connect with law enforcement officers in a positive and welcoming atmosphere. Beyond The Badge aims to foster open dialogue, build meaningful relationships, and strengthen the bond between the Police Department...



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 Responds to Aggravated Assault

UPDATE – 1/5/2024 at 8:41 A.M. On January 3, 2024, at around 2 P.M. the Perry Police Department responded to the area of Gaines Drive and Stanley Street in reference to a shooting. Responding officers found two males with gunshot wounds. One male had a gunshot wound to the abdomen; the other male had gunshot wounds to both arms. Perry Police Officers and Perry Fire units rendered medical aid. The injured subjects were both transported by Houston County EMS to Navicent Medical Center in...



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 Involuntary Manslaughter Incident

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...



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...



CASE CLOSED | Arrest Made In Scam Incident

The Perry Police Department conducted a covert operation resulting in the arrest of Gurdev Singh, resident of Stockton, California and citizen of India. The investigation revealed that Singh was involved in the attempted theft of more than $180,000.00 from an elderly Perry couple. Singh is currently being held at the Houston County Detention Center for Criminal Attempt to Commit Theft by Deception and Exploitation of Elder Persons. If you have any information regarding this case or...



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...



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