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GEORGIA — Each weekend, Patch affords its readers a review of the top stories and headlines from across Georgia. Here's a roundup of some of the state's major and quirkiest stories. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on these stories by clicking here.

GBI Probes Use Of Force By Officers During Arrest: Police

A traffic stop resulted in officers using "a level of force" against a driver while arresting the person in Georgia, police say.

2 Held Suspected Shoplifter At Gunpoint With Replica: Cops

A manager and his friend are accused of using a replica BB gun to hold a suspected shoplifter at gunpoint inside a Cobb liquor store.

Man Faces Murder Charge After Cops Receive Tip

An 18-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the shooting death of a 16-year-old teenager in a metro Atlanta town.

Man Drowns After Saving Child In Chattahoochee River

The child who was struggling was safely taken to shore, but the man never resurfaced, police say.

Massive Lottery Winnings In GA

Multiple players have won $1 million each playing recent Georgia Lottery games. See where the huge prizes were won.

• $1M GA Lottery Prizes Won By Two Players

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