Brookwood Captures Lead Early To Defeat Brooks County Trojans Varsity
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Brooks County Trojans Varsity fell behind early and couldn't come back in a 17-2 loss to Brookwood on Friday. Brookwood scored on a triple by Elkins, a single by Richardson, a triple by Lee, a stolen base by Lee, a double by Harbin, and a stolen base by Harbin in the first inning.
The Brooks County Trojans Varsity struggled to contain the high-powered offense of Brookwood, giving up 17 runs.
In the first inning, Brookwood got their offense started when Elkins tripled on a 1-0 count, scoring one run.
Elkins was credited with the victory for Brookwood. undefined surrendered two runs on six hits over five innings, striking out six and walking one.
Jaxon Smith took the loss for Brooks County Trojans Varsity. The pitcher surrendered zero runs on zero hits over one inning, striking out three.
Nolan Harrell started the game for Brooks County Trojans Varsity. The righthander surrendered ten runs on nine hits over two innings.
Smith went 2-for-3 at the plate to lead Brooks County Trojans Varsity in hits.
Brookwood tallied 14 hits. Elkins, Lee, Waldrop, May, Vaughn, and Richardson each had multiple hits for Brookwood. Brookwood stole ten bases during the game as three players stole more than one. Lee led the way with two.
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Quitman, GA (March 7, 2025)--- At the request of the Quitman Police Department, GBI agents are investigating an aggravated assault in Quitman, GA. On Tuesday, March 4, 2025, a 911 call reported a shotting at Preston Place Apartments in Quitman, Georgia. Agents and a Crime Scene Specialist responded to work the investigation alongside Quitman P.D. investigators. An 18-year-old man and a 22-year-old man were taken to local hospitals with gunshot wounds. The 18-year-old remains hospitalized in stable condition. The 22-year-old was treated and released. This case is active and ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to call the GBI Investigative Office in Thomasville at 229-225-4090. Anonymous tips can also be submitted by calling 1-800-597-TIPS (8477), online at https://gbi.georgia.gov/submit-tips-online, or by downloading the See Something, Send Something mobile app. Assistant Special Agent in charge is Zach Johnson.
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COLQUITT CO – The GBI is investigating a use-of-force incident death involving a Trooper and a 44-year-old Pavo man. On Thursday, August 22, 2024, at about 2:30 p.m., a Georgia State Trooper was patrolling in Colquitt County, Georgia near State Road 33 and Lanier Road. While in the area, the trooper noticed Kennedy driving a blue 4-wheeler on SR33. The Trooper was aware of recent thefts and burglaries in the area involving a blue 4-wheeler. The Trooper followed Kennedy and attempted to pull him over using the emergency lights on his patrol car. Kennedy did not stop and drove away on the 4-wheeler. The Trooper chased him through several fields, a ditch, and back to the highway. While driving through another field during the chase, Kennedy turned the 4-wheeler into the Trooper’s patrol car, causing the 4-wheeler to overturn. Kennedy then ran away. The Trooper and a GSP K-9 chased Kennedy, and the K-9 caught up to and bit Kennedy to stop him. The Trooper handcuffed Kennedy and noticed that Kennedy had an injury from the bite. EMS and local deputies who responded to assist gave Kennedy medical treatment on the scene. Kennedy was taken to a hospital in Macon for treatment for his injuries. He later died at the hospital on Tuesday, August 27th in the early afternoon. Kennedy will be taken to the GBI Crime Lab for an autopsy. The investigation is active and ongoing. Once complete, the case will be provided to Southern Judicial Circuit District Attorney Brad Shealy for review
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Quitman, GA (March 7, 2025)--- At the request of the Quitman Police Department, GBI agents are investigating an aggravated assault in Quitman, GA. On Tuesday, March 4, 2025, a 911 call reported a shotting at Preston Place Apartments in Quitman, Georgia. Agents and a Crime Scene Specialist responded to work the investigation alongside Quitman P.D. investigators. An 18-year-old man and a 22-year-old man were taken to local hospitals with gunshot wounds. The 18-year-old remains hospitalized in stable condition. The 22-year-old was treated and released. This case is active and ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to call the GBI Investigative Office in Thomasville at 229-225-4090. Anonymous tips can also be submitted by calling 1-800-597-TIPS (8477), online at https://gbi.georgia.gov/submit-tips-online, or by downloading the See Something, Send Something mobile app. Assistant Special Agent in charge is Zach Johnson.
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Quitman, GA (December 2, 2024) - The GBI has arrested and charged Wilbert Mobley, Jr., age 44, of Quitman, GA, with 2 counts of Malice Murder, 2 counts of Felony Murder, 3 counts of Aggravated Assault, and 3 counts of Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Crime in connection to the deaths of Tamiko Mobley, age 48, of Quitman, GA, and Tiaja Mobley, age 25, of Quitman, GA. On Friday, November 29, 2024, at about 9:40 a.m., the GBI was requested by the Brooks County Sheriff’s Office to assist with a double homicide that took place on Shiver Lane in Quitman, GA. Deputies initially responded and found two women, a mother and daughter later identified as Tamiko and Tiaja Mobley, had been shot inside the home. Tamiko Mobley did not live at the home but was staying with her daughter after an argument with her husband, Wilbert Mobley, Jr., the night before. Investigators found a man who had also been shot at and hit by debris during the incident. He sustained non-fatal injuries. Both victims will be taken to the GBI Medical Examiner’s Office where autopsies will be performed. Quitman Police Department Officers who were assisting Brooks County deputies in responding to the 911 call arrested Wilbert Mobley, Jr. outside the home. Mobley was booked into the Brooks County Jail. This case is active and ongoing. Anyone with information on this case is asked to call the GBI Regional Investigative Office in Thomasville at 229-225-4090. Anonymous tips can also be submitted by calling 1-800-597-TIPS (8477), online at https://gbi.georgia.gov/submit-tips-online , or by downloading the See Something, Send Something mobile app. Once complete, the case file will be given to the Southern Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office for review and prosecution.
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