12/21/2024
Now that the suspect has been apprehended and K9 Amor is home and recuperating, we would like to share why this canine is especially meaningful to us. When K9 Amor was initially paired with his handler, we were honored to provide boarding services for Amor. Amor proved to be an outstanding malinois, characterized by strength, drive, and loyalty. Our team quickly developed a deep affection for him. Upon learning that Amor had been injured on Wednesday evening, our hearts sank. Fortunately, we received updates on Amor's condition and have been extending our best wishes for his recovery... as well as a special care package. While we acknowledge the risks associated with such incidents, our personal connection to Amor makes it particularly impactful. We continue to send our heartfelt wishes for a speedy recovery to K9 Amor and his family. Thank you for entrusting us with Amor's care.
(Coweta Co., GA) - Earlier this evening, December 20, 2024, two Georgia State Patrol Troopers were patrolling in the city of Grantville actively searching for the suspect when they saw an abandoned truck off the roadway. The Troopers walked up to the vehicle and observed the suspect laying across the bench seat of the truck with a gun laying across his chest. Troopers gave commands to the suspect to put the gun down and exit the vehicle. The suspect exited the vehicle and was taken into custody without further incident. The suspect has been identified as Mr. Ira Troy Williams, age 51 of Rockdale, GA.
During a pursuit on December 18, 2024, in Coweta County, Mr. Williams fired a weapon at law enforcement and fled in his vehicle. A Department of Public Safety K9 was struck by gunfire during the incident. Mr. Williams has been at large since fleeing the scene on foot.
