STAFF REPORT :::
The execution of two search warrants resulted in the arrests of multiple adults and the removal of several children from what has been described as “deplorable” within the Howards Mobile Home Park.
According to a press release from Spalding County Sheriff Darrell Dix, the Special Operations Unit on Aug. 24 completed an investigation that led to agents simultaneously executing two search warrants at 3264 Newnan Road.
The first location was identified as 3264 Newnan Road, which authorities described as a home located in the center of the mobile home park that is also utilized as the leasing office for the complex.
“Upon executing the search warrant, agents encountered several individuals and children. As the residence was being cleared, agents found the conditions of the home to be deplorable,” the release stated. “Agents removed everyone from the home and immediately contacted the Department of Family and Children’s Services (DFCS).”
As a result of the search warrant the following individuals were arrested and charged as follows.
Joan Ryder – cruelty to children
Julia Penny – cruelty to children and possession of drug related objects
Raymond Paul Lott – sale of Schedule II control substance, possession of Schedule II with intent to distribute, possession of a Schedule II, cruelty to children and maintain a disorderly house.
Jordan Lott – possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, possession of drug related objects and cruelty to children
Anthony Wilson – possession of marijuana less than one ounce and possession of drug related objects
Teshia Lott – cruelty to children
Dalton Lott – cruelty to children.
All the children were turned over to the Department of Family and Children’s Services. Code enforcement has been contacted and the health department will be further investigating the living conditions of the residence and the entire premises.
