The Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office, in partnership with the Milledgeville Police Department, proudly operates a robust and professional drone program that has proven to be an essential tool in public safety operations. Our drones have been instrumental in locating missing persons, finding lost individuals, and apprehending wanted fugitives.
Thanks to our combined efforts, there is now a drone operational and available 24/7 between our two agencies. All drone pilots are FAA Part 107 certified and operate under strict guidelines established by the local policy and federal law.
Last night, while responding to a burglary in progress, the Milledgeville Police Department deployed their drone to assist deputies in the search for a suspect. During this operation, it is believed that someone recklessly fired a gun into the air toward the drone. Unfortunately, this is not the first time this has happened.
Let us be very clear:
📌 Firing at a drone is dangerous and illegal. 📌 Under Georgia law (O.C.G.A. § 16-5-60), such behavior may be prosecuted as reckless conduct, a serious offense when someone endangers others through unjustifiable risk. 📌 Under federal law, it is a felony to destroy, damage, disable, or attempt to interfere with an aircraft—which includes law enforcement drones. This can result in severe federal penalties.
We also want to emphasize that no law enforcement drone will ever be used to “spy” on citizens. Every drone mission is tied to a legitimate law enforcement purpose and conducted in full compliance with all applicable laws. Our goal is public safety—period.
If you see a drone and have concerns, we encourage you to call us. We can verify whether it is a law enforcement drone and, if it is not, investigate the legality of the private drone’s use to ensure no laws are being violated.
We appreciate the continued trust and support of our community as we use every available tool to keep Baldwin County safe. ... See MoreSee Less
Please read the following document from the Georgia Department of Drivers Services regarding scam text messages that citizens have received. ... See MoreSee Less
💥 Big thanks to MillyVegas Nutrition for treating our department to some delicious Loaded Teas today! 💥
We wanted to give a special shoutout to Mrs. Marsha, the amazing owner, for reaching out and supporting our department. Your kindness (and caffeine!) gave us the perfect energy boost to power through the day and kick off the weekend.
🚨 Emergency Response Training at Georgia Military College – May 17 🚨
Hi everyone,
We wanted to inform you about an upcoming Emergency Response Training exercise taking place at Georgia Military College this weekend.
📅 Date: Saturday, May 17 🕗 Time: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM 📍 Location: Baugh Barracks, GMC Campus
This training is a joint exercise between GMC and local emergency response agencies, designed to enhance coordination and preparedness in emergency situations.
⚠️ What to Expect: During this time, you may notice a significant presence of law enforcement and emergency services in and around campus. Please don’t be alarmed — this is a planned and controlled training event.
We appreciate your understanding and support as we work to ensure the safety and readiness of our campus and community.
Today, Detective Youngblood went above and beyond by volunteering for a TASER 10 exposure as part of the Taser Instructor Certification class hosted by the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office!
This two-day course is all about ensuring our instructors are fully prepared to teach safe and effective use of this critical tool. Detective Youngblood’s commitment to training and public safety is a powerful example of the dedication our law enforcement officers bring to the job every day. 💪⚡
🚨 Alligator Sighting on Vinson Highway 🐊 This morning, Baldwin County deputies responded to a call about an alligator in the roadway on Vinson Highway near the Fall Line Freeway. Deputies located the gator and maintained a safe perimeter until Georgia DNR arrived to handle the situation. 📸 Check out these drone photos taken from above the scene! There have been several recent reports of possible alligator sightings in Lake Sinclair and the Oconee River. While not common in this area, it's not impossible for alligators to move into new waterways, especially during warmer months. 👉 What to do if you see an alligator: • Do not approach or feed it. • Keep pets and children away. • Never attempt to move or harass the animal. • Contact Georgia DNR for assistance. 🧠 Quick Gator Facts: • Alligators are most active between dusk and dawn. • They can move quickly on land for short distances—don’t assume they’re slow! • Feeding alligators is illegal and dangerous. It causes them to lose their natural fear of humans. Thank you to the citizen who called this in and helped keep the public safe. As always, we’re committed to keeping Baldwin County informed and protected. Stay safe and aware out there! ... See MoreSee Less
Exchange Bank recently had the pleasure of welcoming Baldwin Sheriff Georgia's Bill Massee and Evelyn Johnson to our employee meeting. They shared exciting updates on the new technology being implemented in Baldwin County and gave us an inside look at the Real Time Crime Center set to launch in the coming weeks. The capabilities of this center are truly remarkable and will bring tremendous value to our community.
Thank you, Sheriff Massee and Evelyn, for taking the time to speak with us and for everything you do. And to all our local law enforcement officers—thank you for your continued dedication to keeping our community safe!
We have been advised by Walmart store personnel that they have had customers come in attempting to send money via Western Union to pay an alleged “bench warrant”. (Shown in photo)
WE DO NOT CALL/TEXT/EMAIL REGARDING WARRANTS. WE ALSO DO NOT ACCEPT PAYMENT VIA WESTERN UNION.
Please share this with members of your family and the community who may not have social media. ... See MoreSee Less
'For him to be alive is a miracle' | Local 8-year-old recovering after collision with 18-wheeler Tristan Spivey is showing progress after a tractor-trailer accident left him critically injured in Baldwin County. ... See MoreSee Less
🚨 PUBLIC SAFETY ANNOUNCEMENT – DRONE PROGRAM 🚨
The Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office, in partnership with the Milledgeville Police Department, proudly operates a robust and professional drone program that has proven to be an essential tool in public safety operations. Our drones have been instrumental in locating missing persons, finding lost individuals, and apprehending wanted fugitives.
Thanks to our combined efforts, there is now a drone operational and available 24/7 between our two agencies. All drone pilots are FAA Part 107 certified and operate under strict guidelines established by the local policy and federal law.
Last night, while responding to a burglary in progress, the Milledgeville Police Department deployed their drone to assist deputies in the search for a suspect. During this operation, it is believed that someone recklessly fired a gun into the air toward the drone. Unfortunately, this is not the first time this has happened.
Let us be very clear:
📌 Firing at a drone is dangerous and illegal.
📌 Under Georgia law (O.C.G.A. § 16-5-60), such behavior may be prosecuted as reckless conduct, a serious offense when someone endangers others through unjustifiable risk.
📌 Under federal law, it is a felony to destroy, damage, disable, or attempt to interfere with an aircraft—which includes law enforcement drones. This can result in severe federal penalties.
We also want to emphasize that no law enforcement drone will ever be used to “spy” on citizens. Every drone mission is tied to a legitimate law enforcement purpose and conducted in full compliance with all applicable laws. Our goal is public safety—period.
If you see a drone and have concerns, we encourage you to call us. We can verify whether it is a law enforcement drone and, if it is not, investigate the legality of the private drone’s use to ensure no laws are being violated.
We appreciate the continued trust and support of our community as we use every available tool to keep Baldwin County safe. ... See MoreSee Less
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Please read the following document from the Georgia Department of Drivers Services regarding scam text messages that citizens have received. ... See MoreSee Less
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💥 Big thanks to MillyVegas Nutrition for treating our department to some delicious Loaded Teas today! 💥
We wanted to give a special shoutout to Mrs. Marsha, the amazing owner, for reaching out and supporting our department. Your kindness (and caffeine!) gave us the perfect energy boost to power through the day and kick off the weekend.
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🚨 Emergency Response Training at Georgia Military College – May 17 🚨
Hi everyone,
We wanted to inform you about an upcoming Emergency Response Training exercise taking place at Georgia Military College this weekend.
📅 Date: Saturday, May 17
🕗 Time: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Location: Baugh Barracks, GMC Campus
This training is a joint exercise between GMC and local emergency response agencies, designed to enhance coordination and preparedness in emergency situations.
⚠️ What to Expect:
During this time, you may notice a significant presence of law enforcement and emergency services in and around campus. Please don’t be alarmed — this is a planned and controlled training event.
We appreciate your understanding and support as we work to ensure the safety and readiness of our campus and community.
Thank you! ... See MoreSee Less
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🚨 Taking Training to the Next Level! 🚨
Today, Detective Youngblood went above and beyond by volunteering for a TASER 10 exposure as part of the Taser Instructor Certification class hosted by the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office!
This two-day course is all about ensuring our instructors are fully prepared to teach safe and effective use of this critical tool. Detective Youngblood’s commitment to training and public safety is a powerful example of the dedication our law enforcement officers bring to the job every day. 💪⚡
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🚨 Alligator Sighting on Vinson Highway 🐊
This morning, Baldwin County deputies responded to a call about an alligator in the roadway on Vinson Highway near the Fall Line Freeway. Deputies located the gator and maintained a safe perimeter until Georgia DNR arrived to handle the situation.
📸 Check out these drone photos taken from above the scene!
There have been several recent reports of possible alligator sightings in Lake Sinclair and the Oconee River. While not common in this area, it's not impossible for alligators to move into new waterways, especially during warmer months.
👉 What to do if you see an alligator:
• Do not approach or feed it.
• Keep pets and children away.
• Never attempt to move or harass the animal.
• Contact Georgia DNR for assistance.
🧠 Quick Gator Facts:
• Alligators are most active between dusk and dawn.
• They can move quickly on land for short distances—don’t assume they’re slow!
• Feeding alligators is illegal and dangerous. It causes them to lose their natural fear of humans.
Thank you to the citizen who called this in and helped keep the public safe. As always, we’re committed to keeping Baldwin County informed and protected.
Stay safe and aware out there! ... See MoreSee Less
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Exchange Bank recently had the pleasure of welcoming Baldwin Sheriff Georgia's Bill Massee and Evelyn Johnson to our employee meeting. They shared exciting updates on the new technology being implemented in Baldwin County and gave us an inside look at the Real Time Crime Center set to launch in the coming weeks. The capabilities of this center are truly remarkable and will bring tremendous value to our community.
Thank you, Sheriff Massee and Evelyn, for taking the time to speak with us and for everything you do. And to all our local law enforcement officers—thank you for your continued dedication to keeping our community safe!
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🚨WESTERN UNION / WALMART SCAM ALERT🚨
We have been advised by Walmart store personnel that they have had customers come in attempting to send money via Western Union to pay an alleged “bench warrant”. (Shown in photo)
WE DO NOT CALL/TEXT/EMAIL REGARDING WARRANTS. WE ALSO DO NOT ACCEPT PAYMENT VIA WESTERN UNION.
Please share this with members of your family and the community who may not have social media. ... See MoreSee Less
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'For him to be alive is a miracle' | Local 8-year-old recovering after collision with 18-wheeler Tristan Spivey is showing progress after a tractor-trailer accident left him critically injured in Baldwin County. ... See MoreSee Less
'For him to be alive is a miracle' | Local 8-year-old recovering after collision with 18-wheeler
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Tristan Spivey is showing progress after a tractor-trailer accident left him critically injured in Baldwin County.10 CommentsComment on Facebook