Burglary Investigation leads to three arrests

Burglary Investigation leads to three arrests

Towns County Sheriff’s Investigators, working in conjunction with Clay County and Appalachian Drug Task Force agents, have solved a string of burglaries dating back several months.

Towns County Investigator Pat Williams contacted Clay County after learning their agency had encountered an item having ties to Towns County in the possession of a couple they had stopped.

Further investigation by Towns County deputies led to information on a stolen trailer from Towns County. Detectives then went to a property which later was found to not only contain other items allegedly stolen from local residences, but further led to multiple items being recovered which were inside the buildings on the grounds.

A search warrant was executed at the residence off Shake Rag road. Items recovered allegedly included various types of furniture, appliances, tools, automotive accessories, and a firearm. These items were allegedly taken from residences in Georgia as well as North Carolina.

Investigator Williams stated that some items are yet to be recovered and are believed to be as far away as Hendersonville and Wilmington, NC.

Judith Roberts Jones (55), of Hiawassee, was charged with Theft by Taking, Burglary, Possession of Firearm by Convicted Felon, and Theft by Bringing Stolen Property Into State. Scott Larson Jones (63), also of Hiawassee, was charged with Theft by Taking, Burglary, and Theft By Bringing Stolen Property Into State.

A third person, Zachary Larson Jones (30), of Hiawassee, was also arrested at the residence on a warrant from Georgia State Patrol for Leaving the Scene of an Accident and Driving On Suspended License.

The investigation continues and more information will be made available at a later date. If you have information relating to this case please call 706-896-4444.