Whitfield County authorities arrest suspect in connection with armed robbery at Dixie Corner

UPDATE (8/5/2025):  Authorities in Whitfield County have made an arrest in regard to the armed robbery Tuesday morning.

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Whitfield County Armed Robbery Suspect / Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office

The Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) arrested Kenneth Jones Tuesday, August 5, 2025.

Tuesday morning, Jones stole approximately $3,000.

He was arrested within two hours of the incident.

Whitfield County Sheriff Darren Pierce thanked the public for the helpful calls and tips.


WHITFIELD COUNTY, Ga. (WDEF) —  The Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) is asking for the public’s help to identify a suspect involved in an armed robbery.

The incident occurred at the Dixie Corner on East Walnut Avenue and Pleasant Drive on Tuesday morning.

WCSO has provided a photo of the suspect, and says he’s possibly caring a small handgun.

If you or anyone you know has any information on this incident or can identify the person pictured, please contact WCSO, (706) 278-3029 or wcsoinfo@whitfieldcountyga.com.

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