GDP Script/ Top Stories for April 10th     

Publish Date:  April 10th   

From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast.

Today is Wednesday, April 10th, and Happy heavenly Birthday to NFL legend John Madden.

***04.10.24 – BIRTHDAY – JOHN MADDEN***

I’m Bruce Jenkins and here are your top stories presented by Gwinnett County Public Schools.

1. Two men allegedly tried to arrange sex with Gwinnett deputy posing as 14-year-old girl
2. Gwinnett Police Searching for Suspect in Road Rage Shooting
3. Prosecutors Will Charge Driver in Mall of Georgia Crash That Killed 4-year-old.
4. And The Stripers Report with Dave Lezotte

Plus, my conversation with Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on the difference between a registered dietician and nutritionist.

All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen daily and subscribe!

Break 1: GCPS DISCOVERY

STORY 1: 2 men allegedly tried to arrange sex with Gwinnett deputy posing as minor

The Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office has arrested two men, Mohamed Lamine Diaby and Vinicio Adulfo Barrios Maldonado, who allegedly attempted to arrange sexual encounters with undercover investigators posing as 14-year-old girls. The TRACE Unit and Gang Unit worked on the investigations. Maldonado was arrested on criminal intent to commit a felony, obscene internet contact with a child, and use of a computer to seduce a child. Diaby was indicted on March 20.

STORY 2: Gwinnett Police Searching For Suspect in Road Rage Shooting

Last month a road rage incident in Peachtree Corners escalated into a shooting. The confrontation happened on March 9 at Amwiler Road and Buford Highway. Luckily, despite the victim's immediate 911 call during the altercation, there were no injuries. Thanks to Flock camera footage, police identified the suspect's vehicle from which the he jumped out of the moving vehicle. Authorities have now released images of the suspect, urging the public to help by contacting detectives or Crime Stoppers anonymously. A cash reward is offered for information that leads to an arrest and indictment.

STORY 3: Prosecutors Will Charge Driver in Mall of Georgia Crash That Killed 4-year-old

The Gwinnett District Attorney’s Office is expected to charge an 18-year-old driver involved in a fatal accident outside the Mall of Georgia last month. The driver will face unspecified misdemeanor charges in the death of 4-year-old Abigail Hernandez, who was hit by a pickup truck along with her father and sister. Despite Gwinnett Police initially declining to press charges after concluding their investigation, the DA's decision follows public outcry, including protests against the police department's choice not to pursue charges. Abigail's mother voiced her shock and dismay on social media over the lack of immediate legal action against the driver.

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The Stripers Report is coming up next.

Break 2: TOM WAGES

***THE STRIPERS REPORT***

Break: GCPS JOBS

STORY 4: Rowen, local colleges working on 'living labs' projects in eastern Gwinnett

Rowen's "knowledge community" development in eastern Gwinnett has partnered with local colleges and universities, including the University of Georgia, Georgia Gwinnett College, and Gwinnett Technical College, to establish "living laboratories" at the site. These collaborations aim to address workforce needs in critical industries and develop Georgia's e-mobility network. The initiative seeks to create academic programs aligned with the state's electric mobility, energy, and infrastructure sectors. Additionally, Rowen will collaborate with UGA's Georgia Network for Electric Mobility to establish a green "Living Lab" focused on innovation and experimentation in areas such as autonomous mobility and smart city technology. The project is supported by the National Science Foundation's Innovation Engine Grant.

STORY 5: GA child welfare agency defensive after Ossoff Senate panel

A U.S. Senate report released on October 27, 2023, revealed serious deficiencies at the Georgia Division of Family and Children Services, indicating consistent failures to protect children from abuse and mismanagement contributing to child deaths and injuries. The investigation, led by Sen. Jon Ossoff, found instances of sex trafficking among children in state custody, inadequate mental and physical health care, and high turnover rates among DFCS employees. The report was met with criticism from DFCS, which accused Ossoff's staff of producing a partisan document. Testimonies from experts highlighted systemic issues leading to tragic outcomes for children in state care, prompting recommendations for policy reforms.

We’ll be back in a moment.

Break 3:  INGLES 5 – KIA MOG

STORY 6: LEAH MCGRATH

And now here is my conversation with Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on the difference between a registered dietician and nutritionist.

***LEAH MCGRATH INERVIEW***

We’ll have final thoughts after this.

Break 4: SCANDRETT

Signoff –

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