On Monday, June 27th, officers responded to the area of Butler and 15th Street in reference to a motor vehicle crash. While officers were still on the way, dispatch received information that one of the vehicles involved was a motorcycle and the driver was attempting to leave the scene. After their arrival, officers spoke with witnesses who stated that the motorcycle had failed to stop for a stop sign while entering Butler Avenue, which resulted in it being struck by a passing vehicle. While speaking with the motorcyclist, officers noticed that there was a smell similar to that of an alcoholic drink on his breath. During the course of the subsequent investigation, officers found additional evidence to suggest that the man had been operating the motorcycle while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. After being placed under arrest, the man became combative and at one point attempted to kick one of our officers in the chest. He was subsequently charged with Failure to Stop at a Stop Sign, Driving While License Suspended, Obstruction of Law Enforcement (Misdemeanor), Obstruction of Law Enforcement (Felony) and Driving Under the Influence.
On Tuesday, June 28th, officers responded to a local restaurant in reference to someone spraying graffiti on the front of the building. Upon their arrival, officers noticed that someone had spray painted “We sell drugs” in large letters on the front of the building. Security camera footage was obtained and still images of the suspect were published on the Tybee Island Police Department Facebook page in an effort to positively identify him. This remains an ongoing investigation. Anyone with pertinent information to share is asked to contact Detective TJ LeGuin at (912)786-5600 or tleguin@cityoftybee.org.
On Thursday, June 30th, officers met with a complainant at the Tybee Island Police Department in reference to counterfeit money. While speaking with officers, the complainant stated that they were a vendor at the local Farmer’s Market. The complainant further stated that after operating a booth at the market on June 20th, they realized that someone had paid for one of their items with a counterfeit bill. Upon inspection, our officer noticed that the bill in question was marked “For Production Use Only”. Businesses and vendors are encouraged to take a closer look at any bills when paid in cash in order to help protect themselves. If one of your customers attempts to pay with counterfeit money, you can contact the Tybee Island Police Department 24 hours a day by calling (912)786-5600.
That same day, officers responded to the area of Izlar Avenue in reference to a report of three suspicious males who had been spotted entering a home under construction. While checking the property, our team discovered three men hiding inside. They were subsequently placed under arrest and charged with Loitering or Prowling.
On Saturday, July 2nd, one of our officers was monitoring traffic along Butler Avenue when they checked a vehicle’s speed at 45 mph in the 30 mph speed zone. After stopping the vehicle, the officer noticed a young child lying unrestrained on the back seat. During the course of the subsequent investigation, the officer also learned that the driver’s license was suspended. She was then placed under arrest and charged with Speeding, Child Safety Seat violation and Driving While License Suspended.
Arrests: 8
Citations: 21
Calls for Service: 207
Sunday (6/26): 10,326 (ON) / 11,138 (OFF)
Monday (6/27): 8,478 (ON) / 8,523 (OFF)
Tuesday (6/28): 7,346 (ON) / 7,483 (OFF)
Wednesday (6/29): 7,059 (ON) / 7,137 (OFF)
Thursday (6/30): 7,949 (ON) / 7,903 (OFF)
Friday (7/1): 8,614 (ON) / 7,756 (OFF)
Saturday (7/2): 11,562 (ON) / 10,269 (OFF)
Dog on the Beach: 3
Littering: 3
Glass on the Beach: 11
Fire on the Beach: 1
Disturbing Dune Vegetation: 1
Animal Confinement: 2