WR Church of Christ Says Thank You

"It is with sincere gratitude and appreciate that we recognize the following Warner Robins Police Department Officers:  Robert Broussard, Darren Johnson, Nick Taylor, Scott Webb, and Detective Shane Mann, for their professionalism and service to the Warner Robins community.

On the night of March 30, 2014, the Warner Robins church of Christ building was burglarized and church property was stolen and damaged.  The diligent observation of the officers involved identified the suspects, which led to their subsequent arrest, and the recovery of the church's property. 

The officers conducted themselves in a very professional manner and assisted the responding church leaders by reviewing and explaining the crime scene and police procedures. 

On behalf of the entire congregation, we the elders would like to thank these officers for their service and dedication to duty."

Elders of the Warner Robins church of Christ

Juveniles Arrested For Burglary

On April 23, 2014 at 2:46 P.M. officers of the Warner Robins Police Department responded to 92 Westcliff Circle in reference to suspicious activity.

The responding officers were advised that two males were seen running from behind the residence carrying a television and then running to a nearby apartment complex. 

Officers were advised of the apartment they possibly ran into and went to make contact with the individuals inside.  A teenage male opened the door and then closed the door when he saw the officers. 

Officers made contact with the homeowner who consented to have the residence searched.  Officers found a television and a Nintendo Wii that was recorded as being stolen from another residence.  While officers were searching the house, a 16-year-old male and a 15-year-old male began to be combative with the officers.  The 15 year-old began shouting gang related statements and attempted to coerce others to fight the officers.  They were taken into custody after a brief struggle.

Other officers observed the rear door to 92 Westcliff Circle had been kicked in.  The television found inside the apartment was identified as being the stolen property from the residence. 

The 15 & 16-year-old males were arrested and charged in connection with this incident.

15 year old (male, Warner Robins) was charged with Burglary – 1^st Degree, Participation in Criminal Street Gang, and Obstruction of Officer.

16 year old (male, Warner Robins) was charged with Burglary – 1^st Degree.

The juveniles were transferred into the custody of the Houston County Sheriff’s Office Juvenile Division.  Both males have an extensive arrest history.     

The 15 year old male was also charged with Theft By Receiving Stolen Property in connection with an April 15^th burglary at 204 Westcliff Circle where the Nintendo Wii was stolen. 

The Warner Robins Police Department Criminal Investigations Division is investigating this incident.  Anyone with more information about this incident is asked to contact 478-302-5380. 

Tips may also be submitted to Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 478-742-2330.

Juvenile Arrested For Two Burglary Incidents

The Warner Robins Police Department Criminal Investigations Division has made an arrest in two burglary cases.

A 16 year old male juvenile was arrested and charged in connection with the following incidents:

On April 17, 2014 officers responded to the 100-blk of Briardale Avenue in reference to a burglary.  Preliminary investigation revealed the juvenile was seen standing inside the residence by a person who lived in the home.  He was confronted and fled the residence.  He was later identified.

On April 20, 2014 officers responded to 500 Johnson Road (Northside Middle School) in reference to an alarm.  Preliminary investigation revealed the juvenile entered the school.  Nothing appeared to be taken from inside the building.  He was later identified and arrested.  He was charged with Burglary – 2^nd Degree. 

He was also charged with Burglary -1^st Degree in connection with the April 17^th incident. 

The juvenile was transferred into the custody of the Houston County Juvenile Division.  He has an extensive arrest history. 

Burglary/Theft Arrests

The Warner Robins Police Department Criminal Investigations Division, along with the Houston County Sheriff’s Office, charged 5 people in connection with eight incidents ranging from October 2013 to March 2014. 

Arrests:

Richard Sanford (31 years old, Warner Robins)                                    

Currently in custody in North Carolina                                   
3 counts Theft by Taking                                                           
3 counts Criminal Trespass                                                            

5 counts Burglary                                                                           

                                                       

Robert Lee Allen (32 years old, Bonaire)

Currently in the Houston County Jail

Theft by Taking

Criminal Trespass

2 counts Burglary

Possession of Methamphetamine

Jason Clark Bryant (21 years old, Warner Robins)

Currently in the Houston County Jail

Theft By Receiving

                                            

Trevon Terrell Lawson (19 years old, Perry)                       

Arrested and released on bond                                               

Burglary                              

             

                                         

Charles Christopher Westfaul (42 years old, Warner Robins)

Currently in the Houston County jail

Theft by Taking

More arrests are expected.

                                   

Incident Locations:

400-blk Highway 247                        

300-blk Chelsea Crossing            

600-blk W Highway 96

900-blk W Highway 96            

90-blk Bonanza Drive            

700-blk Post Oak Way

400-blk Education Way            

100-blk Ida Avenue           

                                   

Warner Robins Police Detectives Carder Gravitt along with Houston County Sheriff’s Office Detective Patrick Lange investigated the cases. 

Anyone with more information about the cases is asked to contact 478-302-5380. 

Tips may also be submitted to Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 478-742-2330.

Charles Westfaul

Jason Bryant 

Robert Allen

Trevon Lawson

Officers Apprehend Three After Burglary In Progress Call

On Tuesday, March 18, 2014 at 12:15 P.M. officers of the Warner Robins Police Department responded to the 700-blk of Katherine Street in reference to a possible burglary in progress.

While officers were enroute they were advised that males were seen breaking into a residence.  The males were leaving the residence when officers arrived. The males began running through a wooded area and were apprehended after a brief foot pursuit. 

The following were arrested and charged in connection with this incident:

Tyjae Raekwon Morgan (18 years old, Bonaire) charged with Burglary, Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony, Obstruction, & Carrying a Concealed Weapon.

David Russell Brown (29 year old, Warner Robins) charged with Burglary, Damage to Property, & Obstruction.

15 year old (Warner Robins) male charged with Theft By Receiving Stolen Property

This incident is still under investigation. 

The officers who assisted in this incident were Officer Paul Peck, Officer Matt Smith, Officer Thomas Lee, Officer Patrick Allen, Detective Jeff Herb, Sergeant Ed Wilcox, Captain Bryan Stewart, Sergeant Malcolm Miller, Officer Kristen Morgan, Lieutenant Mike VanDunse, Detective Justin Clark, Officer Trent Vanlannen, Officer Steve Warmack, and Sergeant Wayne Fisher.

The Warner Robins Police Department Criminal Investigations Division is investigating this incident.  Anyone with more information about this incident is asked to contact 478-302-5380. 

Tips may also be submitted to Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 478-742-2330.

David Russell Brown

Tyjae Raekwon Morgan

Help Us Identify This Burglary Suspect

On February 2, 2014 the black males in the picture burglarized a residence in the Oregon Trail area.  Various items were stolen from the residence.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Officer Jeremy Christensen at 478-302-5390 or Macon Regional CrimeStoppers at 478-742-2330.

Information can also be submitted anonymously through TipSubmit by texting the tip to CRIMES (274637) and include keyword WRPD in the body of the text.  Please reference case number 2014-01737.

More information about TipSubmit can be found at WRPolice.org.

Great Work By WRPD Squad 2 & Criminal Investigations Division!

On Thursday, January 2, 2014 at 3:57 A.M. officers of the Warner Robins Police Department responded to 87 Gawin Drive (Sunoco) in reference a business alarm.

Upon arrival officers discovered where an unknown person had attempted to break the glass on the front door. 

At approximately 4:46 A.M. Lieutenant Don Edwards was checking the building at 915 Lake Joy Road (Jump In Shell Station) when he found the glass on the front door broken.  Before arriving at the store, Lieutenant Edwards observed a car leaving the area.  Other responding officers found the car and the driver was identified as Robert Lewis Walton (53 years old, Warner Robins).

Walton was taken to the Warner Robins Law Enforcement Center where he was interviewed by Detective Meredith Edwards. 

He was later charged with Burglary in connection with 915 Lake Joy Road (Jump In Shell Station) and Criminal Attempt to Commit Burglary in connection with 87 Gawin Drive (Sunoco.)

Walton was transported to the Houston County Jail. 

The investigation is ongoing. 

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Detective Meredith Edwards at 478-302-5386 or Macon Regional CrimeStoppers at 478-742-2330.

Information can also be submitted anonymously through TipSubmit by texting the tip to CRIMES (274637) and include keyword WRPD in the body of the text. More information about TipSubmit can be found at WRPolice.org.

Detectives Seeks Identity Of Subject In Business Burglary

Detectives are asking for help in identifying a male suspect involved in a business burglary on September 3rd at 2129 Elberta Road.  

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Detective Shane Mann at 478-302-5381.  Information can also be submitted anonymously through TipSubmit by texting the tip to CRIMES (274637) and include keyword WRPD in the body of the text. More information about TipSubmit can be found at WRPolice.org.

 

Burglary Arrests

James Wesley Morgan

Lisa Marie Roberts

On Friday, May 3, 2013 at 4:34 A.M. officers of the Warner Robins Police Department were dispatched to 514 North Davis Drive (Pop’s Food Mart) in reference to a burglary in progress.

While en route to the business, officers were advised the male seen exiting the closed store got inside a vehicle with another person and left the area.  Officers were given a description of the car and were able to make contact with it at the intersection of Chris Drive and Ignico Drive.

After a brief struggle the male, identified as James Wesley Morgan (35 years old, Warner Robins), was taken into custody.  The female passenger, identified as Lisa Marie Roberts (32 years old, Warner Robins), was also taken into custody.

James Wesley Morgan was charged with Burglary, Fleeing or Attempting to Elude, Open Container Violation in Motor Vehicle, Remove/Affixing License Plate With Intent To Conceal, Obstruction of An Officer, Reckless Driving, and Driving While License Expired in connection with this incident.

Lisa Marie Roberts (32 years old, Warner Robins) was charged with Party To The Crime of Burglary in connection with this incident.

The Warner Robins Police Department Criminal Investigations Division is investigating this incident. Anyone with additional information is asked to contact Detective Justin Clark at 478-918-2980.

Canine Unit Demos Camera System For Media

The Warner Robins Police Department Canine Unit demonstrated the newly acquired Tactical Electronics K-9 Back Mounted Camera for members of the media on Wednesday.

Officers of the unit, along with canine Rasty, went through a brief scenario where a burglary suspect was hiding inside a building. Rasty, equipped with the camera system, was able to quickly locate and apprehend the suspect.

This scenario demonstrates only one of the many ways the Warner Robins Police Department plans to utilize this equipment.

The camera system was awarded to the agency through the National Tactical Officer's Association Grant Program. The Warner Robins Police Department is only one of eight agencies in the United States using the system.

View 13WMAZ story

View Newscentral story

Burglary Investigation

On Sunday, May 13, 2012 at 9:53 P.M. officers of the Warner Robins Police Department responded to 1005 Elberta Road in reference to a burglary.  While en route, officers were advised the victim had shot one of the burglary suspects.

Preliminary investigation revealed the victim, Gabriel Duncan (18 years of age, Warner Robins), was inside his apartment when he heard and saw two males enter the apartment by forced entry.  Duncan approached the two males and began shooting at them.  The two males fled the apartment.

A short time later, the Houston County Sheriff’s Office received a call from the 100-block of Dixie Trail in reference to a male, Justin Gladden (20 years of age, Warner Robins), that had been shot in the back at 1005 Elberta Road.

Gladden was taken to the Medical Center of Central Georgia.  His injuries do not appear to be life threatening. 

The gun Duncan used in the incident had an altered serial number.  He was arrested and charged with Criminal Use of Altered ID Mark.

The second suspect is described as a black male, approximately 6 feet tall, and approximately two hundred fifty pounds. 

This incident is still under investigation.

Anyone with additional information about this incident is asked to contact the Criminal Investigations Division at 478.929.6911.  Information can also be submitted through TipSubmit by texting the tip to CRIMES (274637) and include keyword WRPD in the body of the text. More information about TipSubmit can be found at WRPolice.org.

Officers Apprehend Burglary Suspect

On Sunday, April 15, 2012 at 7:07 A.M. officers of the Warner Robins Police Department responded to the 1040 Booth Road, Clean Control, in reference to a business alarm. 

Preliminary investigation revealed the business had been forcibly entered and burglarized.  Surveillance video showed a white male wearing a black shirt with a white design and dark pants entered the business and took several miscellaneous items.  He was also recorded entering the business again several hours later. 

A short time later officers observed a male, David Rogers (43 years of age, Warner Robins), walking along Foy Evans Drive matching the description of the subject that had entered the business.  He was then transported to the Warner Robins Police Department for questioning by the Criminal Investigations Division. 

Rogers was charged with two counts of Burglary in connection with this incident.  He is currently in the Houston County Jail. 

Cold Case Solved, Others Remain

On December 23, 1995, Carol Johnson was found deceased in her home.  She appeared to have been stabbed to death.

 Twelve years later, through the technology of forensics, investigators were able to determine the DNA from blood collected at the crime scene belonged to Ronald William Free.  A subsequent comparison of fingerprints determined Free's fingerprint was also found inside the crime scene.  He was charged with Mrs. Johnson's death. 

The case began receiving more scrutiny in 2011 when investigators began preparing the case for trial.  They were able to combine the physical and forensic evidence that led to the indictment and Free's sentencing.

Ronald Free plead guilty to the charge of Murder and Burglary on March 30, 2012.  He was sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole.

Lieutenant McSwain of the Warner Robins Police Department Criminal Investigations Division was the lead investigator in the case.  Investigators with the Warner Robins Police Department Criminalistics Division played an instrumental role in the investigation.  Captain Lanneau of the Criminalistics Division identified Free's fingerprint through the comparison process. 

See Houston County District Attorney's Media Release.

The last cold case to be solved involved the 1988 Valerie Coates missing persons case.  Detective Stokes was assigned the case in 2007.  Through interviews and numerous lead follow ups it was determined Ms. Coates was murdered and buried in another county.  The case was turned over to the Pulaski County authorities in 2010. 

The Warner Robins Police Department currently has 10 cold cases.  Nine of the cases are homicide incidents.  One is considered a missing person incident.

Review summaries and contact information for each cold case. 

Citizen information is vital to help solve each of these cases.  Anyone with additional information about any of these cases can use the contact information listed on the website.  If you wish to remain anonymous - use TipSubmit.  This program allows citizens to send anonymous tips by sending information through text message, mobile application, or through the web form.