Former Towns County Deputy indicted for making false report
Towns County Deputy Austin Nicholas Bradburn was indicted after the GBI said he shot himself and falsely claimed he was attacked during a traffic stop, leading to wider fallout in the sheriff’s office.
Towns County sheriff indicted on multiple charges
Towns County Sheriff Kenneth Henderson has been indicted by a grand jury.
Gov. Kemp suspends Towns County sheriff after misconduct probe
Gov. Brian Kemp has suspended Towns County Sheriff Kenneth Henderson for 60 days effective immediately.
USDA to drop oral rabies vaccines across North Georgia
After multiple reports of rabies in metro Atlanta this year, the U.S. Department of Agriculture is dropping oral rabies vaccines for wild animals across parts of North Georgia.
Towns County sheriff defends himself after governor orders investigation
Sheriff Ken Henderson defends himself in a Facebook post, calling claims against him “misinformation" after Gov. Brian Kemp ordered an investigation.
Gov. Kemp orders probe into Towns County sheriff
Gov. Brian Kemp has launched an investigation into Towns County Sheriff Kenneth Henderson, citing allegations of misconduct.
Woodstock man drowns in Lake Chatuge
A Woodstock man, identified as Brek Lewis Green, drowned in Lake Chatuge on Saturday, AUg. 16, 2025.
Bell Mountain deaths: Family members demand answers after 3 people found dead
Families of the victims suspect foul play and are urging authorities to investigate further.
GBI investigates 3rd death on Bell Mountain after missing man found
The GBI is investigating the death of 38-year-old Phat Tan Bui, a missing Norcross man found deceased inside his van at Bell Mountain in Towns County; foul play is not suspected.
NAACP, family of twins found dead on Bell Mountain allege cover-up
The family members of twin brothers found shot to death on Bell Mountain are calling for new investigation into their deaths after the GBI ruled the case a suicide-suicide.
Towns County drug investigation leads to 1 arrest; 1 suspect on the run
A month-long drug investigation in Towns County has resulted in one arrest, with another suspect still being sought by authorities.
Family disagrees with GBI's ruling on deaths of twins found on Bell Mountain
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has concluded its inquiry into the deaths of twin brothers Qaadir Malik Lewis and Naazir Rahim Lewis, ruling the case a suicide-suicide.
Hiawassee man sentenced to life for child molestation in 2 counties
A 32-year-old Hiawassee man has been sentenced for child molestation, according to Towns County Sheriff's Office.
Towns County volunteer firefighter arrested for fraud, forgery, GBI says
A Towns County volunteer firefighter was arrested on fraud charges following an investigation by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI).
Firefighter arrested for photographing twins' death scene on Bell Mountain, GBI says
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has charged a volunteer firefighter in connection with their investigation into the deaths of two twin brothers whose bodies were discovered on Bell Mountain.
Grieving family members suspect foul play in Bell Mountain deaths of twins
The brothers, both 19, of Lawrenceville, were discovered on March 8 at the top of Bell Mountain, according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation.
Twin brothers found dead on Bell Mountain in apparent murder-suicide
Authorities are investigating the deaths of twin brothers found at the top of Bell Mountain in what appears to be a murder-suicide.
Undocumented immigrant arrested in Towns County for battery
Faustina Diaz Perez, an undocumented immigrant, was arrested in Towns County for misdemeanor simple battery and three counts of felony obstruction of law enforcement.
Fake cop using black Dodge Charger in North Georgia, according to sheriff's office
Authorities are warning residents in several North Georgia counties to be on alert after reports of an individual impersonating a law enforcement officer and pulling over drivers.
Ex-Towns County deputy arrested for false report after alleged shooting
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) has arrested a former Towns County deputy for making false reports after he claimed he was shot during a traffic stop.