Public Safety

The City of South Fulton Police Department is seeking the public's help in locating a missing person. Roland Hodges, age 59, was last seen on December 9 at his apartment in the Old National Highway area. He is a United States Armed Services Veteran and may require immediate medical assistance. Hodges was last seen wearing a blue hat, dark blue jacket, blue pants and black shoes. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is urged to contact 911.

Police are asking for the community's help in locating Demetrice Allen. He was last seen in Atlanta five days ago. On Dec. 8, at approximately 8:15 a.m., the South Fulton Police Department responded to a call in reference to a missing person from a residence located on Bluestone Dr. The reporting party advised that Allen, age 30, had not been seen since Dec. 6 around 9:00 p.m. Allen's last known whereabouts on Dec. 6 were at TEN ATL Bar & Lounge located at 495 Flat Shoals Ave. in Dekalb County. Allen was last seen wearing a black jacket, tan shirt, black jeans and black Air Jordan sneakers. He drives a grey BMW 328i with Ohio tag HMT1084. Detectives are currently investigating leads to attempt to locate Allen. Anyone with information is urged to contact 911 or Det. J. Rittbe...

Crimes of opportunity rise across the U.S. during the holiday season. In response, the South Fulton Police Department is offering several timely tips to help keep residents safe. For those doing a significant amount of shopping online or expecting gifts from family and friends by mail, the police department urges residents to break down boxes and discard them in trash bins rather than leaving them on the curb. Additionally, those planning to travel over the holidays are asked to make arrangements to have someone accept their packages while they are away. For shoppers who will be braving the malls and shopping centers, the police department is encouraging shopping in groups. The department is also asking that shoppers be alert, limit mobile device usage to avoid distractions, and k...

City of South Fulton officials and South Fulton Fire Rescue gathered earlier today at Fire Station 1 at 5165 Welcome All Road to celebrate its grand reopening. The station was closed in October 2018 for renovations and much-needed improvements.

City of South Fulton officials and South Fulton Fire Rescue will gather today at Fire Station 1 at 5165 Welcome All Road to celebrate its grand reopening. The station was closed in October 2018 for renovations and much-needed improvements. Just a month before its closing, City Manager Odie Donald II reported that an assessment was underway of facilities transitioned over from Fulton County. An initial review uncovered that Fire Stations 1, 3 and 7 were in dire need of major repairs and capital improvement. Among the issues found were faulty roofs, mold and asbestos. “My solution for Fire Station 1 is a wrecking ball,” said Mayor William “Bill” Edwards after learning what had initially been discovered. South Fulton’s facility manager offered three solutions to bringing Fire Station 1 onlin...

Halloween is one of the deadliest days of the year for pedestrians. AAA is reminding evening commuters and other motorists to expect more pedestrians on the road, as millions of children and families across the country will be trick-or-treating through neighborhoods. Halloween ranks as one of the top 3 days of the year for pedestrian injuries and fatalities. “This Thursday, commuters will be driving home during the same time children and their families are out trick-or-treating,” said Montrae Waiters, spokeswoman, AAA - The Auto Club Group. “We encourage people who are out on Halloween to be alert, avoid distractions and never drive impaired.”   AAA offers the following safety reminders: Motorists Drive slower through neighborhoods. Drivi...

Today South Fulton officials are holding a speed enforcement camera installation ceremony at Seaborn Lee Elementary School. The event signals plans to roll out cameras in 16 school zones in the city. Mayor William "Bill" Edwards, Seaborn Lee Elementary Principal Kiné Geathers and Fulton County School Board Member Kimberly Dove open the dedication ceremony. (Credit: Fulton County Schools) The legislation to implement an automated traffic enforcement safety device program was sponsored by Councilwoman Helen Willis and named for 11-year old Sandtown Middle School student Ren’gia Majors who was killed in 2018 in a traffic accident in front of the school. In addition to a speed detection camera, a traffic light is also planned near the accident site. “We don’t want her life to ...

Earlier today, officials celebrated the opening of a new police mini-precinct on Butner Road in South Fulton. This marks the third precinct opening since the city's incorporation in 2017. The precinct, located at 3220 Butner Road, Suite 150 in the Shops at Camp Creek Village, will be open Monday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  The 800-square foot unit will serve as a facility where residents can request and pick-up police reports and have access to the department’s community policing division. “The first responsibility of municipal government is to provide for the safety of its residents,” stated Mayor Bill Edwards.  “In keeping with my promises to open a new precinct in every district, I am proud to say that promise is continually fulfilled.  We h...

Earlier today, the City of South Fulton Police Department held a K-9 swearing-in ceremony at City Hall for two new recruits, Sergeant Rolo and Corporal Franky. Police Chief Keith Meadows oversaw the proceedings as Mayor William "Bill" Edwards administered the oath to the furry crime fighters and their handlers, Sgt. D. Healey and Cpl. G. Fraker. “We’re extremely excited about the implementation of our K-9 program,” said Chief Meadows. “They’re going to add a new level of enforcement to our agency and operate in a dual capacity. They will be fugitive apprehension dogs as well as narcotic dogs, this will help our police officers be more efficient in their day-to-day duties.” K-9s are typically purchased from breeders and selected based on their size, temperament, drive and willingne...