THOMASVILLE, Ga. - Thomas County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man on multiple drug charges after it was discovered that he was using a pill press to make fake Xanax, according to WALB. According to the…
Plea accepted in Georgia human trafficking case
ATLANTA - The Georgia Human Trafficking Prosecution Unit has obtained a guilty plea and 25 year sentence in an underage sex trafficking case. Release: Attorney General Chris Carr announced that Christopher Weldon has pleaded guilty…
Settlement recovers millions for servicemembers
ATLANTA - A multistate settlement agreement for over $34 million was recovered for servicemembers and veterans defrauded by a jewelry retailer. Release: Attorney General Chris Carr has joined a multistate settlement agreement recovering $34.2 million…
Two arrested for human trafficking in Georgia
ATLANTA - Two men were arrested for the human trafficking of a Georgia teen victim by the Human Trafficking Prosecution Unit. Release: Attorney General Chris Carr announced the arrest of Daniel Horne and Gregory Benoit…
Military Consumer Protection Month helps to avoid scams
ATLANTA - Military Consumer Protection Month is helping raise awareness to protect military servicemen and women avoid scams. Release: Attorney General Chris Carr is recognizing Military Consumer Protection Month by sharing information to help active…
Georgia’s 1st Gang Prosecution Unit takes effect
ATLANTA - Georgia's first statewide Gang Prosecution Unit has taken effect to address the growing gang related issues in the communities. Release: Attorney General Chris Carr is marking the start of Georgia’s first statewide Gang…
Former Pickens County School Superintendent indicted
ATLANTA - A Former Pickens County, GA School Superintendent and his wife were recently indicted on Racketeering and Theft charges. Release: Attorney General Chris Carr announced the indictment of former Pickens County School Superintendent Carlton…
Georgia educators receive tips on trafficking prevention
ATLANTA - The Human Trafficking Prosecution Unit recently shared how to prevent and report trafficking with Georgia educators. Release: Attorney General Chris Carr's Human Trafficking Prosecution Unit recently participated in the Georgia School Safety and…
Georgians warned of text message scams
ATLANTA - Georgians are being warned by the Attorney General to lookout for text message scams from unknown senders. Release: Attorney General Chris Carr is warning Georgians to be on the lookout for text message…