Cybersecurity issues in Albany sparked by attempted hack

TLDR:

• The City of Albany is facing cybersecurity issues due to an attempted hack
• The FBI is assisting with the investigation

In recent news, the City of Albany is dealing with cybersecurity issues after an attempted hack that has impacted multiple city and county computer systems. The FBI has joined the investigation to help address the issues and identify the source of the hack.

Meanwhile, in other local news, a Warwick city attorney expressed disbelief at the high number of fines for traffic citations in Warwick and Poulan compared to other cities in the state. Data shows that these cities have a high per capita rate of fines for traffic violations.

On a more somber note, a 4-year-old was tragically found dead in a car in Fitzgerald, prompting an investigation by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. WALB is actively working to gather more information about the incident and the suspect involved.

Additionally, a Thomasville man has been arrested and charged for inappropriate contact with a child under the age of 10. The alleged crimes took place at the man’s residence, and authorities are investigating the case further.

In Albany, a pedestrian was hit and killed by a car while crossing the street. The accident occurred on E Oglethorpe Blvd., and the Albany Police Department is looking into the circumstances of the tragedy.

Lastly, a former city commissioner in Douglas, who pleaded guilty to wire fraud earlier this year, has spoken out in an exclusive interview with WALB News 10. The commissioner’s seat became vacant after the guilty plea, and the individual is now addressing the situation publicly.