PRESS RELEASE – SUMTER COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

On Friday, November 1, 2024, Sumter County Deputies responded to several Entering Auto calls on Lakeshore Ave, Hwy 19 North and Parkers Mill Creek Rd. During the commission of the Entering Autos, a dirt bike was also stolen. Deputies spotted two dirt bikes leaving a local gas station here in the city limits of Americus. One of the bikes matched the description of the one reportedly stolen. Deputies tried to make contact, and the drivers fled the scene. Deputies along with Americus Police Department canvassed the area fir the bikes and suspects. During the search for the bike, deputies obtained video footage from the gas station where the bikes were first observed.

Information was obtained from a witness directing Deputies to a residence on 1st Montgomery Street. The driver of the stolen bike was identified. Once at the location on 1 st Montgomery Street, several bikes were located, including one matching the description of the stolen bike. A search warrant was obtained for the residence. The scene was secured by the Americus Police Department and Sumter County Sheriff’s Office. The residence was searched. The search resulted in the recovery of numerous firearms. some were reported to be stolen. Some of the recovered property has been returned to the rightful owner. At this time, one arrest has been made for Theft by Receiving Stolen Property. The suspect’s name is not being released for investigation purposes. Additional charges are pending, and other arrests are forthcoming.