🌱 Man Leads Police On Speed Chase + Vulture Makes Way Into A Home

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• Woman arrested after making threats and assaulting officers.
• There are two national champions among the AJRA.
• Alive in Roswell is back this Thursday in downtown.

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Now, today's weather:

Variable clouds with a shower. High: 77 Low: 65.

Here are the top stories today in Roswell:

1. A 21-year-old man was arrested on May 14 after leading police on a high speed chase through Alpharetta and Roswell. Alpharetta Police noticed the vehicle on Main Street in Alpharetta running red lights, failing to maintain lanes, and speeding. The driver was able to elude police and travel into Roswell. The Roswell Police Department were able to beat the driver to his registered address after his license plate was ran and reported by Alpharetta. He was arrested by the Roswell Police Department and charged with speeding, reckless driving and fleeing and eluding. He was transported to the North Fulton County Jail. (Appen Media)
2. A vulture surprised a Roswell couple after they returned to their home after an afternoon lunch outing on Saturday. When they opened their front door, they found the vulture perched in the living room inside their home. They were in complete shock, which quickly turned into worry as they realized their dog was inside with the large scavenger. Their dog, however, was safe and ran outside when they called its name. They quickly devised a plan on how to get the giant bird out of their home. They began to open and close an umbrella while shouting to make themselves appear larger than what they were and to scare it. The couple were able the chase the vulture out of their home. After reflecting on the incident, they believe the bird was able to enter their home through their doggie door that was left open. (11 Alive)
3. A Marietta woman was reported causing a public disturbance after being observed aggressively knocking on the front door of a home and yelling racial slurs on Regency Road on May 28. She was also said to have threatened to deface peoples’ cars in the area. When police arrived, the woman reeked of alcohol, had an open can of beer in her hand, and appeared to have urinated on herself. She assaulted an officer, provided a false name, and birthday while being arrested. Her true identity was later discovered. The woman was charged with public intoxication, felony obstruction officers, as well as providing a false name and birthdate to law enforcement. She was booked into the North Fulton County Jail. (Appen Media)

Today in Roswell:

Tuesday, June 13

• A Ramble in the Garden - Chattahoochee Nature Center (9:00 AM)
• Pee Wee Naturalists - Chattahoochee Nature Center (9:45 AM)
• ESL Conversation Class - East Roswell Branch (10:30 AM)
• Lobo Wine Tasting Dinner w/ Chef Yinka - Deep Roots Wine Market (6:30 PM)
• Goddess Circle, Sacred Healing Circle & Yoga - Many Paths wellness (6:30 PM)
• Team Trivia - Houck's Grille (7:00 PM)
• Music Bingo - Rock 'N' Taco Roswell (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Roswell Police Department: Last week, Detective Hubbard has retired from the Roswell PD. Det. Hubbard has given almost 10 years of service to the department and the community. (Roswell Police Department via Facebook)
• City of Roswell, Georgia: Whether it's Rock Star Karaoke, Walk with a Doc, or attending the Classical Concert Series on Sunday, there's plenty to do this week. The Roswell365 team has you covered with a complete list of everything that's going down around town this week. Visit their website for a list of posted weekly events. (City of Roswell, Georgia via Instagram)
• Atlanta Junior Rowing Association (AJRA): The AJRA sent five rowing crews to the USRowing Youth National Championship this past weekend. Rowers Max Allemeier and Sam Link won the Inclusive 2x event. This victory made them national champions. Four other rowing crews from the association also raced in the Championship Finals this past weekend. (Atlanta Junior Rowing Association via Facebook)
• Roswell Arts Fund: Atlanta harpist Tyler Hartley will perform at Mimosa Hall on Sunday, June 20 as part of the Monthly Classical Pop-up Series. Hartley is the principal harpist for the Gwinnett Ballet Theatre Orchestra, and the Georgia Philharmonic Orchestra. She is also the second harpist for the Georgia Symphony Orchestra. Visit the Roswell Arts Fund's website for more information. (Roswell Arts Fund via Instagram)
• City of Roswell, Georgia Government: Alive in Roswell is back this Thursday. This monthly extravaganza takes place every third Thursday from April through October. Come downtown for some food, music, and fun. (City of Roswell, Georgia Government via Facebook)
• Blessed Trinity High School: If you're looking for summer camp opening around the city, check out Blessed Trinity Summer Camps. The school is offering youth performing arts and athletic camps. (Blessed trinity high School via Twitter)
• City of Roswell, Georgia Government: Yesterday, the city held the Mayor and Council Meeting at City Hall. The council read the second and final reading of the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2024. This afternoon the Admin, Finance, and Recreation and Parks Committee and the Public Safety and Public Works Committee will hold meetings at City Hall. These meetings will be in-person and livestreamed on the city of Roswell's website, Facebook, and Youtube pages. (City of Roswell, Georgia Government via Facebook)

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About me: My name is Jessica Griffin and I am a native of Roswell, Georgia. I have been in the Roswell-Alpharetta community for over 30 years. As a native "Roswellian", I embody, participate, and support all things local. Community is at the core of all of us, and I aim to convey the collectiveness and unity that should be promoted and celebrated throughout our community. Being a mother, a writer, a student of history, and the arts are my passions.

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