Oconee County Woman Reported Missing

Authorities are asking the public for any information that could help locate 52-year-old Reba Renea Shamblin.

Watkinsville Man Dies From Tree Accident

The accident occurred Wednesday while the man was servicing trees in a private yard in Madison County, the Athens Banner-Herald reports.

Two More Unlocked Vehicles Rummaged Through in Watkinsville

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Oconee Docket Book Aug. 8-15

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Authorities Search Oconee Home for Meth

Roadways leading to the Moreland Heights Road address were closed Friday evening.

Oconee, Barrow Authorities Uncover Meth Labs

Three arrests have been made and investigations are ongoing, the Oconee County Sheriff's Office reports.

7-Count Indictment for Man Accused of Assaulting GSP Trooper

Criminal indictments are not evidence of guilt; they are only charges. Defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty.

Officials Search Vehicle Suspected of Containing Meth Ingredients

An area around the Oconee Plaza shopping center on Hog Mountain Road in Oconee County was partitioned off as officials handled potentially toxic chemicals.

Two Trucks Collide on Ga. 15 South of Watkinsville

One truck overturned around 11:30 a.m. Thursday, authorities reported.

6 Indicted in 4 Burglary-related Cases

Criminal indictments are not evidence of guilt; they are only charges. Defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty.

Accident With Injuries Closes Section of U.S. 441 in Oconee

Motorists were asked to avoid the area of U.S. 441 south of Tappan Spur Road and the Morgan County line.

Suspected Chop Shop Leader Indicted on 17 Counts in Oconee

An Oconee County grand jury returned the indictments against 38-year-old Kirk Devon Bray on Aug. 9.

Burglar Strikes While Resident On Vacation

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Oconee Docket Book Aug. 1-7

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Oconee Authorities Hunt Armed Robbery Suspect

An employee of Blockbuster Video on Experiment Station Road was robbed at gunpoint Saturday morning, authorities report.

Watkinsville PD Blotter

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Two Wounded In Motorcycle, Minivan Crash

Two Watkinsville residents were treated for serious injuries following an accident in Barrow County late Saturday morning, the Georgia State Patrol reports.

Oconee Sheriff's Office Crime Report

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Tattoo, Clothing Help Deputies Nab Burglary Suspect

Jennifer Marie Haller of Watkinsville has been charged in the burglary of the Murphy USA gas station, authorities say.

Unlocked Cars Are Easy Targets for Thieves

An unlocked car "presents an opportunity" for criminals, Watkinsville Police say.

Oconee Sheriff's Office Crime Report

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Car Theft Suspect Eludes Capture

A man wanted on suspicion of stealing a car from Putnam County is still on the loose, authorities say.

Search Underway for Suspected Car Thief

Oconee County deputies are looking for a male suspect in the Old Greensboro Road area.

Sheriff Berry To Tackle Big Issues As Head of State Law Enforcement Group

As president of the Georgia Sheriffs' Association, Oconee County's Scott Berry will advocate for deputies and citizens across the state.

Three Arrested On Drug Charges After Search Warrant Executed

Oconee County deputies seized marijuana and cocaine on July 21 at a Dowdy Road residence, authorities say.

Home Invasion Update: Two Booked Into Oconee Jail on Drug Charges

Matthew Moore, 27, and Sara Barfield, 30, both of Alpine Court, surrendered to authorities Thursday, Oconee County's chief deputy reports.

Berry Tapped As President of the Georgia Sheriffs' Association

Oconee County Sheriff Scott Berry was sworn in as the 2011-2012 President of the Georgia Sheriffs' Association on July 20.

North Oconee Senior Persevering After Accident

Though injured in a traffic accident July 4, Courtney Smith continues to pursue her goals of early high school graduation and simultaneous completion of a 2-year nursing program.

UPDATE: Second Armed Robbery Suspect Captured

Athens-Clarke County Police arrested Roderick Tavarus Walter on Wednesday, Oconee authorities reported.

Oconee Sheriff's Office Crime Report

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Rash of Car Break-Ins Reported in Oconee

The Oconee County Sheriff's Office urges residents to always lock their cars and remove all valuables.

Watkinsville Resident Charged with Use of State Resources for Personal Gain

Arrest information was provided by the Clarke County Jail. An arrest does not mean a conviction.

One Man Arrested Following Home Invasion, A Second Remains on the Lam

Mark Anthony Sims, 30, of Athens, faces a number of charges, including armed robbery and aggravated assault.

After Checks, 3 Arrested For Unlawful Alcohol Sales

The Oconee County Sheriff's Office reports employees of Arbor Glen Express, Bogart Pantry, and Oconee Fast Mart allegedly sold alcohol without checking proper identification.

Watkinsville PD Blotter

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5 DUI Arrests in Oconee Over Holiday Weekend

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Watkinsville Police Assist Hartwell Authorities

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19 Traffic Accident-Related Deaths Over Fourth of July Weekend

The Georgia Department of Public Safety reports more fatalities in 2011 than 2010.

Lightning Fire Destroys Home on Essex Road

Homeowners Mahlon and Evelyn Holland escaped without injury when their house at 1181 Essex Road caught fire Monday afternoon.

Clarke Co. Teen Shot In Head With Pellet Gun

A 15-year-old Clarke County teenager was placed on life support Monday afternoon after accidentally being shot in the head by a pellet while with friends in Oconee County, authorities said.