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Yahoo
03-03-2025
- Yahoo
2 arrested for trying to smuggle drugs into Washington County prison using drone
The Brief Two suspects were arrested in Washington County for attempting a drone drug drop near a prison. Shantavia Glass and Eddie Williams face multiple felony charges, including drug trafficking. Deputies say they remain "relentless" in stopping contraband smuggling into prisons. WASHINGTON COUNTY, Ga. - A routine patrol near a Washington County prison led to the recent arrest of two people attempting to use a drone to deliver contraband to inmates. What we know According to the Washington County Sheriff's Office, a deputy spotted several suspicious vehicles near the prison around 11:30 p.m. on Feb. 26. Upon investigation, the deputy approached one of the vehicles and found a man and a woman with a large drone carrying packages zip-tied to the bottom. Authorities arrested Shantavia Glass, 38, of Clarkston, and Eddie Williams, 55, of Stone Mountain. What's next Both suspects face multiple felony charges, including trafficking in marijuana, trafficking in methamphetamine, possession with intent to distribute a Schedule II drug, and six counts of trading with inmates. What they're saying The sheriff's office emphasized its commitment to cracking down on contraband smuggling, stating that its deputies remain "relentless" in protecting the community and ensuring prison security.
Yahoo
02-03-2025
- Yahoo
Deputies catch metro Atlanta duo attempting drone prison drop
Two people from metro Atlanta are behind bars after deputies said they attempted a contraband drop at a state prison. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] The Washington County Sheriff's Office said it happened Wednesday around 11:30 p.m. Officials said a deputy was patrolling the Davisboro area when they spotted multiple suspicious vehicles near the area close to the prison. While investigating, the deputy approached one of the vehicles when they came in contact with Shantavia Glass, 38, of Clarkston, and Eddie Williams, 55, of Stone Mountain. Deputies said the pair had a large drone with packages zip-tied to the bottom. TRENDING STORIES: Oscars 2025: How to watch tonight on Channel 2, what's nominated, who's presenting Today marks 5 years since Georgia's first COVID-19 cases were confirmed Inmate found guilty of stabbing deputy multiple times at Fulton County Jail The pair was arrested and charged with multiple felonies, including trafficking marijuana, trafficking methamphetamine, two counts of possession with intent to distribute a Schedule II drug, and six counts of trading with inmates. One prison drop suspect told the sheriff's office, 'Y'all are relentless here in Washington County.' 'And they're right—the Washington County Sheriff's Office and its dedicated deputies remain relentless in protecting our community and ensuring the safety of all citizens,' Sheriff Joel Cochran responded. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
