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Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes Unit and S.W.A.T. Respond to Domestic Dispute

Featured Stories July 31, 2023 , by
In the early part of the afternoon on July 30, 2023, the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes Unit and S.W.A.T. team served an arrest and search warrant at a residence on Kelly Drive in North Forsyth County. The warrants stemmed from a domestic dispute which occurred in the early hours of July 30, 2023, where the male suspect is accused of trying to strangle a female victim. Warrants were issued by a Forsyth County Magistrate Judge for Aggravated Assault, a felony charge.
Based on information gathered, the suspect was confirmed to be a previously convicted felon and was believed to also illegally be in possession of one or more firearms. The FCSO S.W.A.T. and Negotiations team arrived at the residence and attempted to negotiate the suspects surrender but he refused to cooperate.
As negotiation attempts were unsuccessful, Deputies heard what they believed could have been one of more muffled gunshots within the residence. Deputies deployed a robot into the home and eventually a K-9 Deputy and his partner entered the home with the S.W.A.T. team where they found the suspect alive with a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
The Deputies and Forsyth Fire and EMS rendered aid to the suspect, and he has been transported to an area hospital in critical condition. No Forsyth County Sheriff’s Deputies discharged their weapons.
The initial criminal acts, as well as additional criminal acts discovered during the warrant service, are under investigation by the FCSO Major Crimes Unit and the FCSO Office of Professional Standards is conducting an internal investigation due to the suspects self-inflicted injury.

Murder-suicide investigation involving a father and daughter

Featured Stories January 12, 2023 , by

FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. – The Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a murder-suicide case that involves a father and his disabled daughter.

On Sunday, Jan. 8, a visiting home health aid discovered 58-year-old Jerry Frix and his 26-year-old daughter Megan Frix were found dead in their home.

Although authorities have not officially ruled the cause of death and reasons behind the incident, Sheriff Ron Freeman said the Major Crimes Unit Detectives have determined that the father was the likely actor in the deaths.

“The loss of life is especially tragic as the adult daughter had special needs and had lost her mother just a few years before,” Freeman said. “There can be no justification for the loss of life, and we need to ensure that people know that they can reach out for help by calling 988 and be instantly connected to a crisis counselor.”

String of burglaries in Forsyth

Press Release December 21, 2022 , by

PRESS RELEASE – The Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office released the following statement regarding a string a burglaries that have been taking place in Forsyth County:

There have been a few burglaries on the South end of the county and we are asking for the community’s assistance.

If you see anyone suspicious in your neighborhood or a car you do not recognize “slow rolling” through your neighborhood, please call 9-1-1 immediately.

These burglars are following a somewhat unusual trend. Many of the burglaries we have seen have been committed at unoccupied homes from 5-10pm, when we typically do not see residential burglaries. The suspects are parking in adjacent areas, sometimes adjoining subdivisions, and traveling through back yards and wooded areas to arrive at the houses they have burglarized.

If you see any suspicious persons in the neighborhood, walking near or in wooded areas near homes or you happen to see this on your home security cameras, please call 9-1-1 immediately to report. There is nothing we want more for Christmas then to see these……&*%@!#^, well let’s just call them Grinches, get to spend their Christmas at the Forsyth County Jail where we will give them a lump of coal at no cost to the taxpayers.

Remember…….Lock your vehicle doors, even when parked in your driveway, and remove items from plain view. Ensure you home is locked and valuables are secured.

FCSO Investigating a Fatal Crash on Georgia Highway 20 at Lakeland Plaza

Community, Police & Government October 13, 2022 , by

On October 11, 2022, at approximately 9:30 p.m., the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office and Fire Department responded to the area of Georgia Highway 20 at the entrance of the Lakeland Plaza Shopping Plaza regarding a vehicle versus a semi-truck collision that had occurred. 

 A 2011 Hyundai Sonata driven by 43-year-old Alison Flowers of Cumming was traveling west bound and entered the left-hand turn lane.  At the same time a Freightliner semi-truck was traveling east bound in the right-hand straight lane on Ga Hwy 20 entering the Lakeland Plaza intersection on a green light.  The Sonata failed to yield to the semi-truck and turned in front of it.   Ms. Flowers was pronounced deceased at the scene.

 This crash remains under investigation by Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Specialist Unit.

New Members of the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office

Community, Police & Government September 28, 2022 , by

On Monday, we welcomed several new members to the #FCSOfamily. Welcome CJIS Operator Audree Kendrix, Deputy Sheriff I Rebecca Maldonado-Zuniga, Deputy Sheriff I Alexandra Thoman and Deputy Sheriff I Dalton Lowery. We’re glad you are here!

 

Loganville man charged with murder of his mother

News September 14, 2022 , by

FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A Loganville man was arrested Saturday and  charged with murdering his mother in Forsyth County.

On Sept. 10, at approximately 11:30 a.m., deputies responded to a medical call in the area of Frank Boyd Road when an elderly male could not wake up the female that lived in the home.  Deputies determined the female, identified as 61-year-old Tresa Slate, was deceased and there was a potential of foul play.

Major Crimes detectives conducted a lengthy investigation and in consultation with the medical examiner, determined the manner of death was homicide.

The investigation revealed that Ms. Slate’s son, 39-year-old Christopher Pino was identified as the suspect in her death.  He was located the following day in Gainesville where he was taken into custody without incident.  He is being held in the Forsyth County Jail on no bond.  Detectives also learned that Christopher Pino had an active warrant out of Virginia for a theft charge.

This case remains an active investigation and no additional details are available.

FCSO Participated in Northeast Traffic Enforcement Network Meeting

Community, Police & Government September 8, 2022 , by
At the end of August, members of the FCSO Traffic Enforcement Unit participated in the Northeast Traffic Enforcement Network meeting, which was held at the Dillard House. This meeting is a chance for law enforcement officers to network and discuss traffic safety and the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety initiatives, as well as coordinate efforts to reduce traffic related fatalities due to speed, alcohol, and distracted drivers.
Approximately 150 law enforcement officers from various agencies throughout Northeast Georgia and North Carolina/South Carolina attended. As this meeting was taking place last year, Deputy Courtney Zajdowics of Rabun County Sheriff’s Office lost her life to a drunk driver.

Woman charged with negligent homicide in wreck that killed her 6-year old daughter

Featured Stories, News September 2, 2022 , by

FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A woman has been charged with negligent homicide in the first degree, reckless driving and DUI in a July 28 wreck that killed her 6-year-old daughter.

At approximately 3:15 p.m., Stacie Reed, 33, was driving a Toyota Camry northbound on Crystal Cove Trail when, for an unknown reason, she veered into the southbound lane. When she attempted to correct her vehicle back onto the roadway, she struck a Chevrolet Impala driven by 19-year-old Hunter Carter head on.

Carter was taken to a local hospital in stable condition. Reid, who was not wearing her seatbelt, was listed in serious condition but expected to survive and her daughter, who was unresponsive at the scene, was listed in critical condition.  The child later died at the hospital.

The investigation revealed that Ms. Reid was DUI at the time of the crash. She was taken into custody on August 31, 2022 and is being held at the Forsyth County Jail on no bond.

Four shoplifting suspects busted after chase on GA 400

News August 11, 2022 , by
FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — An alert Forsyth County deputy acting on a BOLO (be on the lookout) issued by Dawson County following an alleged shoplifting incident at the Georgia Outlet arrested four female suspects Saturday.
The deputy, who was not identified, spotted a silver Ford Fusion driving erratically on GA 400 south and initiated a traffic stop.
The car stopped on the side of GA400, and the deputy used his PA to give commands for the driver to exit the car. Instead, the car fled.
After a brief chase, the deputy performed a Precision Immobilization Technique (PIT). The occupants of the vehicle complied with deputies’ commands and were taken into custody.
The suspects were identified as 27-year-old Brenaldia Stephens of Atlanta, 20-year-old Deshauna Herd of Atlanta, 21-year-old Jasmine Canty of Conyers and 23-year-old Marquita Thomas of Atlanta.
A search of Thomas’ purse revealed she had $700 in fake U.S. currency. Deputies also learned that Canty had a warrant out of Gwinnett County for hijacking a motor vehicle.
Dawson County took custody of Canty and Heard, and Stephens and Thomas were taken to the Forsyth County jail.
Brenaldia Stephens was charged with Reckless Driving, Fleeing or Attempting to Elude and Possession of Marijuana. She is being held on $8,915 bond. Marquita Thomas was charged with Forgery 2nd degree and is being held on $4,420 bond.

Crime Reduction Unit Deputies Make an Arrest after a Brief Chase

Community, Police & Government August 10, 2022 , by
On Saturday, August 6th Dawson County Sheriff’s Office issued a Be On The Look Out for a silver Ford Focus missing a front bumper and had a paper tag with 4 females inside. They had just shoplifted from the Outlet stores and were heading south on GA400.
One of our Crime Reduction Unit deputies spotted a Ford Fusion driving erratically on GA400 south and with a paper tag and had 4 female occupants. After following the vehicle, the deputy initiated a traffic stop based on the reckless driving and the BOLO information provided by Dawson County. The car stopped on the side of GA400, and the deputy used his PA to give commands for the driver to exit the car. Instead, the car fled.
After a brief chase, the deputy performed a Precision Immobilization Technique (PIT). The occupants of the vehicle complied with deputies’ commands and were taken into custody.
They were identified as 27-year-old Brenaldia Stephens of Atlanta, 20-year-old Deshauna Herd of Atlanta, 21-year-old Jasmine Canty of Conyers and 23-year-old Marquita Thomas of Atlanta. A search of Thomas’ purse revealed she had $700 in fake U.S. currency. Deputies also learned that Canty had a warrant out of Gwinnett County for hijacking a motor vehicle. Dawson County took custody of Canty and Heard, and Stephens and Thomas were taken to the Forsyth County jail. Brenaldia Stephens was charged with Reckless Driving, Fleeing or Attempting to Elude and Possession of Marijuana. She is being held on $8,915 bond. Marquita Thomas was charged with Forgery 2nd degree and is held on $4,420 bond.

Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office Send Vests to Ukraine

Community August 5, 2022 , by

Recently, the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office updated the Kevlar vests the deputy’s wear. The FCSO collected 57 gently used vests and donated them to the Chaplains that are helping deliver food in the war areas of Ukraine.

Three New Members Joined the Forsyth County Sheriffs Office

Community, Police & Government August 4, 2022 , by

On Monday, we welcomed three new members to the #FCSOfamily. Welcome Records Administrative Specialist Sandra Sachs, Deputy Sheriff I Dakota Baker and Deputy Sheriff I Stephanie Dormeville.

We’re glad you are here.

Forsyth Summer Safety Weekend Report

Community, Police & Government August 1, 2022 , by
Weekend #9 of our Summer Safety stats are the best they have looked all summer! Remember the goal is keep the numbers LOW!
In an effort to remind everyone to stay safe this summer, we will be sharing weekend stats each week through Labor Day weekend. We want to see low numbers, so please remember to slow down and celebrate responsibly.

Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office issues scam alert

News July 20, 2022 , by

FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. –The Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office has received some complaints from citizens about a text scam that is circulating. The scam is giving $10 off a FCSO T-shirt if you click the link. FCSO is NOT selling T-Shirts. Don’t click the link. #ScamAlert #NoFCSOTShirts #StaySafeForsyth

Cumming man dies in Thursday traffic accident

News July 15, 2022 , by

FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A Cumming man was killed Thursday evening when the 2021 Harley Davidson Softail he was riding was struck by a GMC Canyon on Canton Highway at the entrance to Green’s Corners Shopping Plaza.

Andrew Perillo, 31, was traveling east on Canton Highway after being stopped at the red light at Bethelview Road. His motorcycle was struck by an unidentified 16-year-old driver traveling west on Canton Highway. The driver of the GMC attempted to turn left into the shopping plaza and struck the motorcycle. Mr. Perillo was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office and Forsyth County Fire Department responded to the scene. The teen was uninjured in the crash. The crash remains under investigation by Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Specialist Unit.

Another successful Georgia Police and Fire Games concludes

News June 27, 2022 , by

HALL COUNTY, Ga. — First responders from all across the state of Georgia participated in the 2022 Police and Fire Games that wrapped up on Saturday. Forsyth County was well represented.

Brandon Moore of the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) won the Toughest Competitor award in the male under 200 pounds category. Alex McCain (FCSO) took first place in the powerlifting competition in the 275-pound class.

Robert Avedisian (FCSO) and his K-9 Kimber posted a third-place finish in the K-9 Detection class.

Forsyth County K-9 Calvin takes a break in the shade on a hot summer day at the Georgia Police and Fire Games.

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