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Georgia mayor says police chief’s car was tracked as force quits

Police, fire and courts

A Georgia mayor said he tracked the police chief’s car before the city’s entire full-time police force resigned.

Lamar County Georgia DeskNov 9, 2026

News · Georgia

Georgia city’s full-time police force resigns

Police, fire and courts

Every full-time officer in a Georgia city has resigned, while Mayor Craig Timmons acknowledged placing a GPS tracker.

Lamar County Georgia DeskNov 3, 2026

News · Georgia

Georgia Town’s Police Force Resigns Amid Tracking Allegations

Police, fire and courts

A Georgia town’s entire police force has resigned amid allegations involving the mayor and tracking.

Lamar County Georgia DeskOct 21, 2026