GDP Script/ Top Stories for February 4th

Publish Date: February 4th

From The BG AD Group Studio, Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast.

Today is Tuesday, February 4th and Happy Birthday to Alice Cooper

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I’m Keith Ippolito and here are your top stories presented by KIA Mall of Georgia

Gwinnett Jail inmate dies after 'medical emergency'
Tractor trailer driver charged for hit-and-run crash on Interstate 85 overpass in Gwinnett
Visit Georgia's historic sites on Super Museum Sunday Feb. 9

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STORY 1: Gwinnett Jail inmate dies after 'medical emergency'

Phillip Antwon Munroe, a 35-year-old inmate at Gwinnett County Jail, died from a "medical emergency" on Jan. 27, prompting an investigation by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. Munroe, in custody since July 2022 on robbery and assault charges, was found unresponsive during a routine security check. Deputies and medical staff attempted life-saving measures, but he was pronounced dead by paramedics. His case was still pending, with prior evaluations ordered for mental competency. Details remain limited as the GBI investigates. The Sheriff's Office expressed condolences and emphasized its commitment to transparency and inmate well-being.

STORY 2: Tractor trailer driver charged for hit-and-run crash on Interstate 85 overpass in Gwinnett

The Gwinnett County Police have charged Christian Barrier, 31, of Alabama, in a hit-and-run accident on Jan. 28. A tractor-trailer driven by Barrier struck a car on Pleasant Hill Road near I-85, causing it to spin and be pushed through two intersections before stopping. The truck left the scene, but the car's driver was uninjured and reported the incident. Police later identified Barrier, who turned himself in on Jan. 31, facing charges including hit and run, reckless driving, and improper lane change.

STORY 3: Visit Georgia's historic sites on Super Museum Sunday Feb. 9

Super Museum Sunday, hosted by the Georgia Historical Society, takes place on Feb. 9, offering free admission to museums, historic sites, and cultural institutions across Georgia. Visitors can explore diverse stories, from colonial forts and Native American heritage to Civil War battlefields and historic homes. Highlights include hands-on activities, guided tours, and exhibits at sites like Fort King George, Chief Vann House, and Roosevelt’s Little White House. This annual event provides a unique opportunity to connect with Georgia’s rich history while creating new memories. Visit GaStateParks.org/SuperMuseumSunday for more details.

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STORY 4: GBI investigating fatal shooting that led to car crashing into Snellville home

State investigators and the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) are probing a homicide in Snellville after a car crashed into a home following gunfire on Sunday night. Police found Gerryon Ceasor deceased inside the vehicle at the Englewood Way scene. Mason Watkins, a resident of the home, described hearing gunshots followed by the car crashing into his house, shaking the entire structure. No one inside the home was injured, and the GBI is leading the ongoing investigation. An official statement from the GBI is still pending.

STORY 5: Gwinnett's Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day Set for Feb. 8

Gwinnett Clean & Beautiful and the Gwinnett County Department of Water Resources will host a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day on Saturday, Feb. 8, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds. This event, running for eight years, has safely collected over 1 million pounds of hazardous waste. Items like batteries, paints, pesticides, and flammables will be accepted, while items like ammunition and pharmaceuticals will not. Executive Director Schelly Marlatt encourages eco-friendly product swaps and calls for volunteers to assist with traffic and collection. For details, visit www.gwinnettcb.org or call 770-822-5187.

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