Man Wanted for Theft from Home Depot

On September 30, 2019, at approximately 12:30, the unknown male above took several tools from the Home Depot located at 1000 Thornton Road, Lithia Springs Ga 30122 and walked out of the store without paying for them. The suspect drove away in a white 2017 Toyota Highlander. If you have information in reference to this crime or any help in identifying this individual, please contact Inv. M. Joseph, Douglas County Sheriff’s Office 770-920-4916 or email mjean@sheriff.douglas.ga.us.

Reference case R1911650

Located: Juvenile Amber Marcinowski

UPDATE (10/21/2019 @ 4:56pm): Amber Marcinowski has been located. Thank you to everyone who has shared this information.

Amber Nicole Marcinowski, 17 years of age, was last seen on October 13th, 2019 in Douglasville, Georgia, wearing gray sweatpants brown boots and a dark colored shirt. She is described as 5’3, 120lbs, brown hair, and blue eyes.

Please contact Inv. Darrell Black with any information at 770-920-4914 or 770-949-5656 or dblack@sheriff.douglas.ga.us.

Sheriff Pounds Makes Arrest in Homicide Case

On October 8th, 2019, shortly after midnight, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call of a person shot at the Efficiency Lodge located at 2420 Fairburn Road in Douglasville. Upon arrival, deputies located Thomas Edward Ball Jr., W/M, 42 YOA, who had been shot multiple times. It was discovered that he had just had an altercation with two young African American males. Ball was transported to a local area hospital where he was pronounced dead upon arrival. Investigators from the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Major Case Unit quickly identified suspects during their investigation, and upon the execution of a search warrant at the suspects residence, both suspects were arrested for the murder of Mr. Ball. The suspects are identified as Kevin James Flamer, B/M, 20 YOA of Douglasville, Georgia and Jeffery Lamar Kemp, B/M, 21 YOA of Douglasville, Georgia. Mr. Ball was the employed as maintenance man at the Efficiency Lodge and the confrontation occurred after he confronted the young men about being on the property without permission and acting suspiciously.

DCSO Welcomes New Jailers

Sheriff Tim Pounds and staff would like to welcome five new jailers to our facility: Shelisia Crawford, Noel Howfield, Briana Maxwell, Khaleem RaJahn, and Kayla Worthan.

DCSO Goes Pink!

In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, deputies from the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office will carry pink handcuffs throughout the month of October.

Pink is the color used to express moral support of women with breast cancer. Breast cancer is the most common type of non-skin cancer in women in the United States.  October is the month dedicated to increase awareness of the disease and to raise funds for research into its cause, prevention, diagnosis, treatment and cure.

DCSO deputies will utilize the pink handcuffs during arrests throughout the month to promote breast cancer awareness. The DCSO encourages women to get mammograms, and all citizens to support an organization of your choice to help bring awareness to breast cancer.

 

Inmate Trash Detail Pickup Stats: September, 2019

Roads cleaned: 423
County office cleaned: 32
Cemeteries cleaned: 6
Total mattress collected: 7
Total tires collected: 22
County properties mowed: 34
Total bags of trash collected: 1,403
Total weight of trash and debris: 22,940 Lbs.

Courthouse Cleanup

The secure area behind the courthouse needed a little sprucing up after construction was completed. One of our trusty work crews was sent over with a load of gravel.

Operation Christmas 2019

It’s that time of year again! Registration is now open for Operation Christmas. Children enrolled in Douglas County schools and their younger siblings may once again receive a free Christmas gift through the generosity of the folks at Operation Christmas Douglas County. Among the fabulous gifts available this year are accessories for Wii, Xbox 360, Nintendo, and Playstation. Each registrant will also have a chance to receive one of over 200 donated bicycles in addition to their gift.

To qualify, children must reside in Douglas County and receive free or reduced price lunch. This is a community effort and is not sponsored by the school system.

To register for this opportunity, please visit the Douglas County School System’s website at dcssga.org. Parents can also register their children in person at the Douglas County Health Department at 6770 Selman Dr in Douglasville. The deadline to register is November 15.

 

 

Thank You For Your Service

Sheriff Tim Pounds and staff would like to thank Officer Zachary Geldmeier for his service with the Army National Guard. He was on active duty in Afghanistan when we held our pinning ceremony last November, and we are glad to have him back. Each veteran, both past and present, received a pin with their branch insignia in recognition of their service to this county. If you are a veteran, we would love to have you come work for us. Check out our employment page for more details.

 

Two Men Wanted for Gas Station Theft

On 9/3/2019, a blue 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum parked in front of the Texaco located at 6990 S. Sweetwater Road. Two masked black males entered the store with pry bars while the driver stayed in the car. Cash and cigars/cigarettes were taken from the store. Any information regarding this case, please contact Inv. T.F. Smith at tfsmith@sheriff.douglas.ga.us or 678-486-1294.

Suspect Wanted for Tampering with Game Machine

Douglas County Sheriff’s Office needs your assistance in identifying the male that is seen in this photo. On September 8th, 2019 this male was inside the Exxon Station located at 10801 Veterans Memorial Highway in Lithia Springs where he was seen on camera playing on one of the game machines. The male then forced open the access door on the machine he was playing on and removed approximately $1872.00 in cash from the machine. The vehicle he was seen operating appears to be a maroon Nissan Maxima. If you have any information please contact Investigator Little with the Criminal Investigations Division at 770-920-3923 or email at jlittle@sheriff.douglas.ga.us.

LOCATED: Please Help Identify This Vehicle’s Owner

UPDATE (09/26/2019 @ 3:31pm): The owner of the Dodge truck wanted in connection with a theft from 84 Lumber has been located. Thank you to everyone who has shared this info and/or contacted us about this case.

On August 23rd, 2019 this Dodge Ram Truck pulling a double axle trailer entered the outside storage area of 84 Lumber located at 13390 Veterans Memorial Highway in Douglasville. The truck was seen leaving with approximately $1945.80 in siding that had not been paid for. The truck is black, with black wheels and black tool box.

Any information concerning this vehicle or incident, please contact Inv. James Little at 770-920-3923 or the Sheriff’s Office at 770-949-5656. Reference Case Number R1909933.

Congratulations, New Deputies

Sheriff Tim Pounds and staff would like to congratulate Deputies Brittney Davis and Darrel Wright on their recent graduation from mandate. Deputy Davis has worked in our jail for the past six years and will be going to our Courthouse staff after she completes our FTO program. Deputy Wright has also been working in the jail for two years. He will be returning to work in the jail after completing our FTO program.

Located: Adult Terry Jochristi Walker

UPDATE (10/14/2019 @ 3:30 PM): Terry Walker has been located. Thank you to everyone who shared his information.

UPDATE (10/10/2019 @ 10:25am): Terry Walker was last seen on August 23rd, 2019 at Atlanta Medical Center. Terry has a diminished mental capacity. Terry does not have a phone, ID, Wallet, Cash, or vehicle. Terry was last seen leaving the Emergency room on foot and his location and status are unknown. Please contact Inv. Black if you have any information.

Terry Jochristi Walker, 39 years of age, was last seen on August 23rd, 2019 in Douglasville, Georgia. Terry was last seen wearing a white shirt, blue shorts, and brown house shoes. He is described as 5’8, 200lbs, black hair, and brown eyes.

Please contact Inv. Darrell Black with any information at 770-920-4914 or 770-949-5656 or dblack@sheriff.douglas.ga.us.

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