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Guyton Police Department relic returning to prominence
Guyton Police Department
This replica of the Guyton Police Department’s original shoulder patch will hang in the lobby. - photo by Mark Lastinger/staff
Mark Lastinger
Effingham Herald
Published: Jun 2, 2020, 9:09 AM
GUYTON — Chief James Breletic of the Guyton Police Department is going back to the future.
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Update: Rincon Police Release Video, Clear Officer in Walmart Case
Walmart arrest
A bystander’s video shows a Rincon police officer on top of a man during an arrest Saturday in the Walmart parking lot. The footage, widely shared on Facebook, has sparked public concern.
Paul Kasko
Updated: Aug 6, 2025, 9:49 PM
Published: Aug 6, 2025, 6:52 PM
A Rincon police officer has returned to duty following an internal review into his use of force during the arrest of a shoplifting suspect at Walmart. The department released redacted body camera footage, the initial incident report, and a statement Wednesday, citing transparency. Warrants have been issued for five suspects in connection with the alleged theft.
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