Tuesday, January 29 2013 5:09 PM EST2013-01-29 22:09:58 GMT
Overcome with grief, Von Sherrod couldn't bear to speak about the senseless killing of her cousin, Bennie Pulley, Junior, known as "Frank". The 33-year-old father of 2 young children was shot and killedMore >>
Overcome with grief, Von Sherrod couldn't bear to speak about the senseless killing of her cousin, Bennie Pulley, Junior, known as "Frank".More >>
Wednesday, January 16 2013 10:26 AM EST2013-01-16 15:26:14 GMT
The girlfriend of a Columbus State University student, who was killed in a club shootout on New Year's Day, is breaking her silence. More >>
The girlfriend of a Columbus State University student, who was killed in a club shootout on New Year's Day, is breaking her silence. In an exclusive interview with News Leader 9, the victim's girlfriend explained what happened that horrific night. More >>
Wednesday, January 9 2013 2:27 PM EST2013-01-09 19:27:47 GMT
Columbus police are investigating the city's second murder. Authorities found 51-year-old Brenda Lowe dead in her home on Thomas Street, off Rigdon Road. More >>
Columbus police are investigating the city's second murder. Authorities found 51-year-old Brenda Lowe dead in her home on Thomas Street, off Rigdon Road. More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 4:18 PM EDT2013-05-24 20:18:26 GMT
25 year old Arkebia Albury will face more than just a misdemeanor after shoplifting from Centerville Galleria last night. The Macon mom also ran over her 4 year old son during the getaway. CentervilleMore >>
25 year old Arkebia Albury will face more than just a misdemeanor after shoplifting from Centerville Galleria last night. The Macon mom also ran over her 4 year old son during the getaway. CentervilleMore >>
Ricardo Strozier pleads guilty to gruesome murder of radio DJ Heath Jackson
Friday, May 24 2013 3:02 PM EDT2013-05-24 19:02:37 GMT
Ricardo Strozier, 24, pleaded guilty to the murder of Christian radio disc jockey Heath Jackson Friday morning. Judge Gil McBride sentenced Strozier to two life sentences plus 10 years. District attorneyMore >>
Ricardo Strozier, 24, pleaded guilty to the murder of Christian radio disc jockey Heath Jackson Friday morning. Judge Gil McBride sentenced Strozier to two life sentences plus 10 years. More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 2:11 PM EDT2013-05-24 18:11:11 GMT
A Lanett woman is behind bars tonight after admitting to deceiving perspective adoptive parents. 37-year-old Brandi Harsh, has been charged with theft of property in the first degree after scamming perspectiveMore >>
A Lanett woman is behind bars tonight after admitting to deceiving perspective adoptive parents. 37-year-old Brandi Harsh, has been charged with theft of property in the first degree after scamming perspectiveMore >>
COLUMBUS, GA (WTVM) -
Columbus police are investigating a fatal shooting that happened just before 9 p.m. Monday near the intersection of 6th Avenue and 32nd Street, near River Road and Veterans Parkway.
Kristan Dozier, 20, was transported to the hospital with gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead shortly after arriving.
A preliminary autopsy report shows that Dozier was shot in the arm and left shoulder.
News Leader 9 spoke with a neighbor who says things like this are common in the area. "We grew up here and back then, we didn't have to worry about locking doors, or screen doors. You'd go to bed at night and leave your doors open and not have to worry about nobody coming in your house or anything. Now you have to bolt your windows and just about bolt your doors at night, " said John Chatwood, neighbor.
Police are still investigating the case. So far, there has been no word on a possible suspect.
This is the city's fourth murder of the year.
If you have any information on this case, please call 706-653-3400 or Crime Stoppers at 706-653-3188. You can also go to www.iSolveCrime.comand submit a tip for a reward.
Friday, May 24 2013 1:22 PM EDT2013-05-24 17:22:59 GMT
They may be the first casualties of decreased government spending at Fort Benning. Civilian contractors and employees are losing their jobs at the biggest source of economic vitality in our region.More >>
They may be the first casualties of decreased government spending at Fort Benning. Civilian contractors and employees are losing their jobs at the biggest source of economic vitality in our region.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 11:42 AM EDT2013-05-24 15:42:45 GMT
SOCIAL CIRCLE, GA -The Georgia Department of Natural Resources and TEAM Georgia, a safe and sober driving and boating coalition, are reminding people to refrain from or limit drinking alcohol while operatingMore >>
The Georgia Department of Natural Resources and TEAM Georgia, a safe and sober driving and boating coalition, are reminding people to refrain from or limit drinking alcohol while operating boats.More >>
A 15-year-old boy is in custody after authorities investigating the stabbing deaths of his younger adopted brothers found him miles away with traces of blood on him, officials said.More >>
A 15-year-old boy is in custody after authorities investigating the stabbing deaths of his younger adopted brothers found him miles away with traces of blood on him, officials said.More >>
Saturday, April 27 2013 5:08 PM EDT2013-04-27 21:08:46 GMT
A student at Columbus State University made a shocking discovery Saturday morning. Public Relation's director John Lester told News Leader 9, Giselle Ortiz, 19, was found dead inside her dorm room.More >>
A student at Columbus State University made a shocking discovery Saturday morning. More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 6:07 AM EDT2013-05-24 10:07:03 GMT
Imagine getting paid to follow your dreams. That's exactly what the Bill Gates Millennium Scholarship allows young achievers do. News Leader 9's Sara Lim met with the two fortunate recipients of such a prestigious award.More >>
Imagine getting paid to follow your dreams. That's exactly what the Bill Gates Millennium Scholarship allows young achievers do.
News Leader 9's Sara Lim met with the two fortunate recipients of such a prestigious award.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:21 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:21:05 GMT
After months of negotiations between several Alabama state entities, State Bill 286 is heading to the desk of Governor Robert Bentley after passing the House in a 73-28 vote Monday.More >>
After months of negotiations between several Alabama state entities, State Bill 286 is heading to the desk of Governor Robert Bentley after passing the House in a 73-28 vote Monday.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 7:08 AM EDT2013-05-24 11:08:03 GMT
Pregnant employees at the Muscogee County Sheriff's office have expressed concerns about a new workman's compensation procedure. Officials now clarify that the whole issue is a misunderstanding and theMore >>
Pregnant employees at the Muscogee County Sheriff's office have expressed concerns about a new workman's compensation procedure; officials now clarify that the whole issue is a misunderstanding.More >>
Kristan "Blake" Dozier (Source: Facebook)
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