Stockbridge police to increase patrols, visibility for holidays

Share Add Us On Google Add as a preferred source on Google ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A new Stockbridge police initiative aims to prevent crimes such as vehicle break-ins, retail theft and robberies during the holiday season. Operation Holiday Presence will include more police visibility in the community as shopping, travel and other holiday activities increase, the department said. The operation, which runs from Nov. 21 to Jan. 3, 2027, will be concentrated in high-traffic areas such as retail districts and neighborhoods. Officers will also receive assistance from the Criminal Investigations Division, which will analyze crime, follow up on investigations and identify developing crime trends, according to the department. Copyright 2026 WANF. All rights reserved.