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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 Offers Additional Women’s Firearm Safety Class

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

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,...



Perry Police Department Receives $1.5 Million Dollar Grant

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 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...



Perry Police Department Goes Behind-The-Scenes With Citizens Police Academy

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

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....



Police Arrest Suspect After Responding to Shots Fired in Perry Neighborhood

On May 20, 2023, at 130am Officers from the Perry Police Department were dispatched to the area of Winstead Ct. Perry Ga in reference to multiple gun shots fired and vehicles speeding in the area. Once the officers arrived it was discovered that there was a party taking place and an altercation between two individuals. Officers discovered multiple rounds from a rifle had been fired but no one was injured. Officers also discovered that a mailbox had been hit by a vehicle which fled the scene...



Perry Police Department to Host Women’s Firearm Safety Class

Perry Police Department to Host Women’s Firearm Safety Class The City of Perry Police Department will host a 2-day Women’s Firearm Safety class on April 20 and April 22. 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. Class will be held at the Perry...



Perry Police Department Receives Continued State Certification

Perry Police Department Receives Continued State Certification The Perry Police Department was awarded state certification by the Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police for their dedication to service to the Georgia Law Enforcement Certification Program. The certification status represents a significant professional achievement for a law enforcement agency. It acknowledges the implementation of policies and procedures are conceptually sound and operationally effective. The review...



Perry Officers Arrest Suspect for Entering Autos

On January 12, 2023, the Perry Police Department arrested Reshawn Brown (25 YOA) from Macon Georgia for 17 counts of Entering Automobile, 15 counts of Criminal Trespass, 2 counts of Criminal Damage of Property and 1 count Loitering. On January 6, 2023, the Perry Police Department along with the Criminal Investigation was called out to 1502 Sam Nunn Boulevard, Holiday Inn Express in reference to multiple vehicles that had been entered. Detective Aaron Conner was able to identify Brown as one...



Perry Officers Arrest Dollar General Employee for Theft

On January 23, 2023, the Perry Police Department responded to the Dollar General on Plaza Drive, Perry, Georgia in reference to a theft. Once the officers arrived at the scene it was discovered over 150 fraudulent transactions were made by an employee who was employed by Dollar General. The employee was identified as Vanessa Monique Brownlee, 32 YOA, from Warner Robins, Georgia. Dollar General officials estimate the loss as being upward of $80,000.00. Brownlee was taken into custody and...



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