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Whitfield County Sheriff's Office It is our mission at the Whitfield County Sheriff's Office to promote a feeling of safety and security to the citizens of this community.

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NEWS RELEASEOn October 24th, 2026, at 10:47 a.m., an irate caller at 317 Nicholas Drive, later identified as Steven Mich...
10/24/2026

NEWS RELEASE

On October 24th, 2026, at 10:47 a.m., an irate caller at 317 Nicholas Drive, later identified as Steven Michael Anderson, contacted Whitfield County Dispatchers stating that he needed law enforcement to meet him at his residence for advice. At 10:49 a.m., after Whitfield County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched, he advised dispatchers that he was going to shoot emergency responders.

Upon arrival, Steven barricaded himself inside his home and refused to exit his residence after being given lawful orders by law enforcement. Deputies provided a perimeter on the residence and activated the Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office Special Response Team. Shortly after SRT members arrived on scene, Steven was intercepted as he exited his residence and began walking around his yard and driveway.

Steven was taken into custody and transported to the Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office Jail. He is currently being held without bond for O.C.G.A. 16-11-37, Terroristic Threats and Acts.

UPDATE:Whitfield County Sheriff’s deputies now have a man in custody after a brief standoff at a residence on Nicholas D...
10/24/2026

UPDATE:

Whitfield County Sheriff’s deputies now have a man in custody after a brief standoff at a residence on Nicholas Drive. Units are being cleared from the scene now.

NEWS RELEASE

October 24th, 2026

The Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office is on scene in the area of West Nance Springs Road and Nicholas Drive regarding an active crime scene. There will be a large Sheriff’s Office presence in this area so please plan routes according. We will update the public once we have more information that is available to share.

10/22/2026

The Whitfield County Sheriff's Office was invited to particpate in the annual Walk a Mile in Her Shoes event hosted by Northwest Georgia Family Crisis Center. This event brings awareness to domestic violence survivors and ecnourages us to step up against domestic violence.

You will never have to walk alone.

UPDATE:The roadway is now open. Please drive safely!TRAFFIC ADVISORYWhitfield County Sheriff's Office Deputies are on sc...
10/21/2026

UPDATE:
The roadway is now open. Please drive safely!

TRAFFIC ADVISORY

Whitfield County Sheriff's Office Deputies are on scene of a motor vehicle crash near the 2100 block of Mill Creek Road. At this time the entire roadway will be shut down. Please seek an alternate route if you are able to do so. We will update this post as traffic conditions change.

The Whitfield County Sheriff's Office Special Victims Unit had the privilege of speaking with Dalton City School's bus d...
10/20/2026

The Whitfield County Sheriff's Office Special Victims Unit had the privilege of speaking with Dalton City School's bus drivers this morning for a safety briefing!

Special Victims Unit Sgt. Morris and Detective Hicks talked with bus drivers for Dalton City School and answered questions relating to mandated reporter training, how to report abuse, and things that the Whitfield County Sheriff's Office is currently doing to combat the victimization of children in Whitfield County.

Thank you to Dalton City Schools for the invitation and opportunity to let our Special Victims Unit collaborate with your bus drivers!

10/19/2026

A promise is a promise. Here are YOUR K9's Whitfield County.

Let the fun begin...

NEWS RELEASEOctober 15th, 2026Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office School Resource Investigators were alerted to a student ...
10/15/2026

NEWS RELEASE

October 15th, 2026

Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office School Resource Investigators were alerted to a student who had potentially brought a weapon on Northwest Whitfield High School’s campus on today’s date.

Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office detectives worked quickly to identify the student, Kevin Lira, a 17 Year Northwest Whitfield High School Senior, as the suspect. Investigators interviewed the student, obtained a search warrant, and located a weapon and drug paraphernalia inside the vehicle. As a result, Kevin Lira was placed into custody for O.C.G.A. 16-11-127.1, Possession of a Fi***rm on School Property. He is being transported to the Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office jail, where he will be held without bond.

The Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office understands that the presence of a fi***rm on a school campus can be concerning for parents. Our office and our partners with the Whitfield County School System are on constant alert to keep all students and staff safe. We want to thank the community for putting your trust in our School Resource Deputies and Investigators as they continue to protect our county's children.

NEWS RELEASEAs the community is aware, President Donald Trump will be visiting Dalton on Friday, October 16th. There wil...
10/14/2026

NEWS RELEASE

As the community is aware, President Donald Trump will be visiting Dalton on Friday, October 16th. There will be several key pieces of traffic and general information that are important for the Airport Road area on that date. Please read the following information carefully, as there will be multiple things to make note of for our POTUS visit.

-A portion of Airport Road will be COMPLETELY shut down during the duration of the President's visit to the Dalton Municipal Airport. While he is in town, absolutely no traffic will be allowed to pass starting at the intersection of Keith Mill Road and Airport Road. This closure will extend all the way to the Murray County Line past the airport.

-We do not have an exact time frame for this closure but expect Airport Road to be closed anywhere from 12 pm to 5 pm.

-There is NO parking allowed on Airport Road, including the roadway, shoulder of the roadway, and all county easements. If your vehicle is parked anywhere on Airport Road in the manner listed above, it WILL BE towed. There will also be no parking on any roadway connected to Airport Road including side streets and shoulders.

-Airport Road SE (located just behind the Dalton Municipal Airport) will be closed ALL DAY October 16th.

-Absolutely no weapons should be in your vehicle upon your arrival. If you are found to be in possession of a weapon, you will be escorted off the property on foot and will not have access to your vehicle until after the event has concluded.

Our office is working closely with multiple agencies, including the Secret Service, to ensure the safety of all participants. Be sure to follow us on social media for any updates or changes for Friday's Presidential visit.

UPDATE: The roadway is now open. Drive safely TRAFFIC ADVISORYWhitfield County Sheriff's Deputies are currently out with...
10/14/2026

UPDATE:
The roadway is now open. Drive safely

TRAFFIC ADVISORY

Whitfield County Sheriff's Deputies are currently out with an overturned CMV on Connector 3 near North Dug Gap Road. At this time, Connector 3 will be completely shut down from the I75 Entrance/Exit ramps to North Dug Gap Road. Please seek an alternate route as traffic will be heavily congested in this area. We will update this post as traffic conditions change.

NEWS RELEASE OCTOBER 12TH, 2026On October 12th, at approximately 01:15 p.m., a male entered the Whitfield County Sheriff...
10/13/2026

NEWS RELEASE

OCTOBER 12TH, 2026

On October 12th, at approximately 01:15 p.m., a male entered the Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office lobby to report a crime that occurred on Saturday night. The male, identified as Joshua Alan Latimer, stated that on the night of October 10th, he had killed his father, Gregory Latimer, at 3145 Mount Pleasant Road inside a motor home parked outside of the property by striking him in the face repeatedly.

Whitfield County Investigators and deputies responded to the residence of 3145 Mount Pleasant Drive and located a deceased male, identified as Gregory Latimer, inside of the motor home. Investigators quickly obtained a search warrant and continued their investigation late into the evening of October 12th.

At this time, Joshua Latimer is being held at the Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office Jail without bond. Joshua is currently charged with O.C.G.A. 16-5-1 Murder. At this time, no further information will be released regarding this incident.

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Dalton, GA
30720

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