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Montgomery Police Needs Your Help in Robbery Investigation

Montgomery Police are looking for the identity and location of a robbery suspect and need your help with any information that can lead to their arrest. MPD says the robbery happened on Friday, August 20, in the 2200 block of Mobile Highway. If you have any information regarding this suspect and their whereabouts call Montgomery Police at 334-625-2832. Categories: Crime,…

Convicted sheriff asks for new trial

ATHENS, Ala. (AP) —  Former Limestone County Sheriff Mike Blakely is asking a judge for a new trial as he seeks to overturn his conviction on theft and ethics charges.  A defense lawyer argued in Monday and Tuesday court filings that there were multiple legal errors at the trial.  The defense claimed those mistakes included closing the courtroom to spectators…

OCTOBER ’21: One Place Family Justice

ONE PLACE FAMILY JUSTICE CENTER’S Mission is to provide a comprehensive service and support center which affords greater safety, access to services and confidentiality for victims and their families by co-locating services under one roof.