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GSP works 18 wrecks in October in Effingham
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State troopers from the Rincon post of the Georgia State Patrol investigated 18 traffic crashes during October in Effingham County. Sergeant 1st Class Riner said the traffic crashes resulted in 20 injuries and two traffic deaths.

Troopers also issued 219 traffic citations in the county during the month. The total includes eight arrests for driving under the influence, 113 citations for speeding, 42 seat belt violations and four child restraint violations. Troopers also issued 257 warnings.

In addition to enforcement activity, SFC Riner also announced that troopers conducted one safety education presentations to promote traffic safety in Effingham County.

Father, Son Arrested After Armed Standoff in Eden
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Deputies respond Tuesday to a home in Eden, where a father and son were arrested after a standoff following a domestic dispute. (Submitted photo)
Two men were arrested Tuesday in Eden after a domestic dispute led to a standoff. Deputies say George Driggers, 47, threatened his girlfriend and law enforcement with a gun, then barricaded himself inside a home. His father, Alford Driggers, 80, was also charged for allegedly threatening deputies.
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