Recent News
Breaking news 🚨
The Grinch has been spotted at the Echols County Sheriff’s Office…
Turns out it’s just K9 Nos in full Grinch mode 💚🐾🎄
Don’t worry, even when he’s feeling a little grinchy, Nos is still on duty keeping Echols County safe.
💙 SHOP WITH THE SHERIFF – THANK YOU! 💙
The Echols County Sheriff’s Office is incredibly grateful for the overwhelming support that made this year’s Shop with the Sheriff a huge success. Because of our generous community, local children were able to enjoy a special day filled with smiles, laughter, and the joy of the holiday season.
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who donated, contributed, and supported this event. Your kindness and generosity truly made a difference in the lives of these children and their families.
A special thank you to Target for welcoming us into your store and helping make this event run so smoothly. Your continued support of our community does not go unnoticed.
Events like this remind us that when our community comes together, incredible things happen. From Sheriff Courson and the staff at Echols County Sheriff’s Office — thank you for helping us spread holiday cheer and make lasting memories. 🎄✨
🚨 FOURTH ARREST MADE IN HOME INVASION / ARMED ROBBERY / KIDNAPPING CASE 🚨
Sheriff Courson reports that the Echols County Sheriff’s Office, with assistance from the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI), continues to investigate the violent home invasion, armed robbery, and kidnapping that occurred on July 7, 2025, at a migrant housing camp located off Highway 129 South.
A total of four arrests have now been made in connection with this incident:
• Jeremiah Gilbert
• Quinterius Neloms
• Cameron Williams
• Dexter Reynolds, 22, of Valdosta – the most recent arrest
Reynolds was taken into custody November 19th, 2025 at his place of business located in the 2500 block of North Ashley Street in Valdosta. He has been charged with:
• 6 counts of Felony Armed Robbery
• 9 counts of Felony Aggravated Assault
• 8 counts of Felony Kidnapping
• 1 count of 1st Degree Felony Home Invasion
• 1 count of Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony
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This case remains active and ongoing, and additional arrests are possible.
Sheriff Courson extends his appreciation to the deputies and investigators of the Echols County Sheriff’s Office, the GBI, and all partnering agencies for their continued hard work and dedication throughout this complex investigation.
🎄✨ Shop with the Sheriff 2025 — Bringing Christmas Magic to Local Kids! ✨🎄
The Echols County Sheriff’s Office is excited to announce our annual Shop with the Sheriff event will be held on Friday, December 12th, 2025 at Target!
Each year, our deputies team up with local children for a special Christmas shopping trip — a day filled with joy, laughter, and the true spirit of giving. With your help, we can make sure every child in Echols County experiences the magic of Christmas morning.
Your donations help provide:
🎁 Christmas gifts for children and families in need
🍽️ A warm meal and fun activities during the event
💛 Memories that remind our kids their community cares about them
No contribution is too small — every dollar helps us make a difference! Together, we can bring holiday cheer, hope, and smiles to the faces of children right here in our hometown.
👉 Scan the QR code on the flyer, donate online through Givebutter, or drop off donations in person at the Echols County Sheriff’s Office.
givebutter.com/FHXTEC
Let’s make Shop with the Sheriff 2025 our best year yet! ❤️
#EcholsCountySheriff #ShopWithTheSheriff #CommunityFirst #ChristmasSpirit #GivingBack
🚨 BOLO: HIT-AND-RUN VEHICLE 🚨
Statenville, GA
The Echols County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the community’s assistance in identifying the vehicle pictured below.
On November 6, 2025, at approximately 11:12am a hit and run occurred at the intersection of Highway 129 North and Highway 94 East in Statenville. The suspect vehicle is a silver Ford pickup truck pulling a white horse trailer.
The driver struck another vehicle at the red light and left the scene.
If you recognize this truck or trailer, or have any information, please contact the Echols County Sheriff’s Office at:
📞 229-559-5603
All tips can remain anonymous.
***UPDATE: camper has been located. Thank you for your assistance!!****
🚨 STOLEN CAMPER – PUBLIC ASSISTANCE REQUESTED 🚨
On 09/15/25 at approximately 10:00 PM, a 2004 Utah Coleman pop-up camper was stolen from a residence on Hickory Grove Road in Echols County.
Description:
• White with black lettering
• Distinctive stickers that read “Not all who wander are lost” and one on the door that reads “Life was made for great adventures”
• Possibly bearing Georgia Tag - TL9JD06
Anyone with information regarding the theft or the location of this camper is asked to contact:
Lt. Kathryn Lewis – (229) 559-5603
We appreciate the community’s assistance in helping us recover this stolen property. Please share this post.eores
🚨 CAPTURED 🚨
🚨Arrest Made in connection with Echols County Home Invasion / Armed Robbery 🚨
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Echols County Sheriff’s Office
Sheriff Randy Courson states that at approximately 7:51 a.m., he, along with deputies from the Echols County Sheriff’s Office, the United States Marshals Service, Georgia Bureau of Investigation, Georgia State Patrol K-9 units, and the Clinch County Sheriff’s Office, responded to 259 Holmes Road in Homerville, Georgia, after receiving credible information that wanted fugitive Cameron Williams was inside the residence.
Several individuals, including the homeowner, were safely extracted from the home. After being removed, the homeowner gave consent to search the residence.
Law enforcement officers gave numerous commands to Williams over the PA system, instructing him to exit the residence and surrender peacefully.
After approximately an hour and a half of non-compliance from Williams, and the deployment of chemical agents and flash bangs being deployed into the residence, the United States Marshals Service made entry. Williams was ultimately located hiding in a closet, concealed behind plastic totes and under a pile of clothes.
Williams was taken into custody and treated by medics on scene for injuries sustained during the arrest. He also received further medical treatment at the local hospital and was medically cleared and transported to the Lowndes County Jail, where he faces multiple felony charges, including:
• 6 counts of Felony Armed Robbery
• 9 counts of Felony Aggravated Assault
• 8 counts of Felony Kidnapping
• 1 count of 1st Degree Felony Home Invasion
• 1 count of Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony
• Felony Theft by Receiving Stolen Property
This case remains active and ongoing, and additional arrests may be forthcoming.
Sheriff Courson would like to thank all of the agencies involved in bringing this wanted and dangerous fugitive from justice into custody.
🚨 UPDATE – ADDITIONAL ARREST MADE IN ECHOLS COUNTY HOME INVASION / ARMED ROBBERY 🚨
The Echols County Sheriff’s Office, with assistance from the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI), has made another arrest in connection with the July 7, 2025 home invasion, armed robbery, and kidnapping at a migrant housing camp off Highway 129 South.
ARRESTED:
Quinterius Neloms, 22, of Valdosta, GA.
Neloms is charged with:
• 6 counts of Felony Armed Robbery
• 9 counts of Felony Aggravated Assault
• 8 counts of Felony Kidnapping
• 1 count of 1st Degree Felony Home Invasion
• 1 count of Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony
In addition, Neloms, Jeremiah Gilbert, and Cameron Williams now face additional charges of Felony Theft by Receiving Stolen Property.
🚨 STILL AT LARGE – ARMED & DANGEROUS 🚨
Cameron Williams – Black male, approx. 5’6”, 170 lbs, from Homerville, GA. Known to frequent the Valdosta, GA area.
Charges:
• 6 counts of Felony Armed Robbery
• 9 counts of Felony Aggravated Assault
• 8 counts of Felony Kidnapping
• 1 count of 1st Degree Felony Home Invasion
• 1 count of Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony
• Felony Theft by Receiving Stolen Property
⚠️ DO NOT APPROACH. If you see Cameron Williams or know his whereabouts, contact the Echols County Sheriff’s Office at (229) 559-5603, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation – Thomasville Office at (229) 225-4090, or call 911 immediately. Tipsters may remain anonymous.
This investigation remains active, and additional arrests are expected.
🚨 ARREST MADE IN CONNECTION WITH HOME INVASION / ARMED ROBBERY / KIDNAPPING 🚨
Sheriff Courson reports, The Echols County Sheriff’s Office, with assistance from the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI), is actively investigating a violent home invasion, armed robbery, and kidnapping that occurred on July 7, 2025, at a migrant housing camp located off Highway 129 South.
Jeremiah Gilbert, 25, of Valdosta, GA, has been arrested in connection with the incident and being housed at the Lowndes County Jail. He is currently charged with:
• 6 counts of Felony Armed Robbery
• 9 counts of Felony Aggravated Assault
• 8 counts of Felony Kidnapping
• 1 count of 1st Degree Felony Home Invasion
• 1 count of Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony
🚨The Echols County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating Cameron Williams, whom is still at large. Cameron is a Black male, approximately 5’6” and 170 lbs, from Homerville, GA. Williams is considered armed and dangerous and is known to frequent the Valdosta, GA area.🚨
Cameron Williams is charged with:
• 6 counts of Felony Armed Robbery
• 9 counts of Felony Aggravated Assault
• 8 counts of Felony Kidnapping
• 1 count of 1st Degree Home Invasion (Felony)
• 1 count of Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony
⚠️ Do NOT approach. If you see Cameron Williams or know his whereabouts, contact the Echols County Sheriff’s Office at (229) 559-5603, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) – Thomasville Office at (229) 225-4090, or call 911 immediately. Tipsters may remain anonymous.
This case remains active and ongoing, and additional arrests are expected.
Sheriff Courson extends his deepest gratitude to the dedicated deputies and investigators of the Echols County Sheriff’s Office, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, and all partnering agencies and personnel who have worked tirelessly and with unwavering commitment throughout this investigation. Their teamwork, professionalism, and long hours have played a vital role in bringing justice to our community and ensuring the safety of our citizens.
