The Cullman Police Department is asking for the public's assistance in identifying the subject in the photos below. Sgt Chris Thomason needs to speak with the individual in these photos concerning an incident that took place in the City of Cullman. If you think you may know who this is, please contact CPD Investigation Division at 256-775-7170 or send a DM. Please do not leave any names in the comment section below. Please share this message with your Facebook friends.

The Cullman Police Department is asking for the public's assistance in identifying the subject in the photos below. Investigator, Tim Nalley needs to speak with the individual in these photos concerning an incident that took place in the City of Cullman. If you think you may know who this is, please contact CPD Investigation Division at 256-775-7170 or send a DM. Please do not leave any names in the comment section below. Please share this message with your Facebook friends.

Yesterday, July 10th, 2024, at approximately 11:30 pm, Cullman PD Officer Caleb Lambert attempted to stop a gray 2004 Nissan 350z on Hwy 157 near Cullman Regional Medical Center. When Officer Lambert activated his emergency lights, the driver sped up to elude Officer Lambert. Officers pursued the vehicle until finally, the driver struck a tree at the intersection of County Road 747 and County Road 703. The driver then fled on foot and was soon captured by CPD Officers. Joshua David Blackmon, 39, from Hayden, AL, was charged with Felony Attempting to Elude, Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance, Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Reckless Driving. Blackmon also had warrants with the Cullman County Sheriff's Office for Probation Revocation. The Cullman Police Department would like to commend officers on a job well done!

This morning at approximately 8:00 am the Cullman Police Department received a call from a local fisherman that his line got snagged on something off the bank of the Lake George boat ramp and he reeled in what he believed was hair. The Cullman Police Department Dive Team responded to Lake George, searched the area, and found nothing unusual. Thanks to Officer Roy Bates, Officer Berryhill and Officer Gene Bates for responding quickly and eliminating any concerns.

The Cullman Police Department is wishing Senator Gudger a speedy recovery. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

The Cullman Police Department would like to wish everyone a happy Independence Day! Please be careful and stay safe.

Teams are filling up fast! Contact us at cullmanlecs@gmail.com or 256-775-7162 to sign up or sponsor!

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On 06/25/2024, the Cullman Police Department responded to a report of a suspicious male who had entered the women’s restroom of Walmart South and had been caught by a customer recording individuals in the restroom. The male was confronted and fled the store before law enforcement's arrival. An investigation was launched, and Walmart provided investigators with video of the suspect and the vehicle in which he arrived. On 06/26/2024, Sgt. Higginbotham, Investigator Watkins, and Investigator Riddlesperger were able to identify the male as Justin Wade Perry, a registered sex offender, age 32 of West Point. A warrant was issued for Mr. Perry and this morning, 06/27/2024 he was taken into custody during a search warrant at his residence. Mr. Perry was charged with Aggravated Criminal Surveillance, a Class C Felony. This investigation is ongoing, and more charges are expected to follow. The Cullman Police Department would like to thank Walmart South, the Cullman County District Attorney's Office, and District Attorney Champ Crocker for their assistance in this investigation. The Cullman Police Department would like to commend all the Officers and Investigators involved. Thank you for your continued hard work!

The Cullman Police Department is looking for any information on a theft from a Construction site this past week, in which large number of high dollar power tools including Milwaukee and Klein, were stolen. If you have any information on this case, please contact Investigator Max Bartlett at 256-775-7170 or leave a DM. Please do not leave any names in the comments. Thank You!

Thanks to everyone who came out for Coffee with a Cop at Karma's Coffee House today. We had a great time and spoke with some great people! Also thanks to Karma's Coffee House for allowing us the opportunity to host the event.

Come out and join us for Coffee with a Cop at Karma’s. We will be here until 10am.

Join us a Karma's Coffee House tomorrow morning from 8am-10am

On June 12, 2024, two females entered both CVS stores in Cullman and proceeded to steal approximately $4,330 in merchandise. CPD Investigators Watkins, Riddlesperger, and Sgt Higginbotham began gathering evidence and were able to determine that the females also had committed other thefts in neighboring jurisdictions. A vehicle description and license plate number were obtained and a Regional BOLO was sent out to locate the vehicle. During the late evening hours of June 13, Homewood Police Department located the vehicle, and the two female suspects were detained. CPD Investigators went to Homewood and placed both females under arrest. After the execution of a search warrant on the suspect vehicle, it was determined that the females had committed thefts at twelve different CVS stores across Alabama and had stolen approximately $34,300 in merchandise from CVS during those thefts. A large portion of the stolen property was recovered from the suspect vehicle. Rosanna Imelda Bita and Ana Maria Larisa Bita were both charged with two counts of Organized Retail Theft, and both face numerous charges in other counties across the state. A special thanks to Homewood PD and other assisting agencies, as well as the Cullman County District Attorney's Office and District Attorney Champ Crocker for their help with this case. The Cullman Police Department would like to commend all officers and investigators involved in the arrest of these two suspects. Thank you for your hard work!

****Update**** Kilgore was apprehended in Birmingham this morning. Thank you to everyone who assisted in his capture! BE ON THE LOOKOUT The United States Marshal’s Service is looking for wanted fugitive Rodney Dale Kilgore on felony charges out of Georgia. Mr. Kilgore has ties to Cullman County and is believed to have been in the area recently. If you have seen Mr. Kilgore or have information about his whereabouts, please contact the Cullman Police Department at 256-734-1434 or call 911.

COFFEE WITH A COP IS BACK! Join us on June 22, 2024, from 8:00am -10:00am at Karma's Coffee House for coffee and conversation.

Come out and see us at the south Walmart until 12:00.

A big thank you to Periodontal and Implant Associates-Dr. Jennifer Hirsch Doobrow for bringing by some muffins and cookies for our officers and staff. We appreciate your support!

COFFEE WITH A COP IS BACK! Join us on June 22, 2024, from 8:00am -10:00am at Karma's Coffee House for coffee and conversation.