Hapeville sergeant resigns after arrest on child cruelty charges
Former Hapeville Police Sergeant Shada Canzater (Credit: Hapeville Police Department)
HAPEVILLE, Ga. - A Hapeville police sergeant resigned after being arrested on child cruelty and assault charges in Houston County.
What we know:
Hapeville Police Sgt. Shada Canzater was arrested by the Houston County Sheriff’s Office.
She faces charges of first-degree cruelty to children, aggravated assault and simple assault related to family violence.
Chief of Police Bruce M. Hedley confirmed that Canzater resigned from the department.
What we don't know:
Authorities have not released details about what led to the arrest or where the incident occurred.
Police officials have not said if Canzater has hired an attorney or when she will appear in court.
The Source: The information in this story was gathered from Hapeville Police Chief Bruce M. Hedley, who released an official statement regarding the arrest and resignation.