FORT PAYNE, Ala. - DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden and Sheriff's Office Investigators received a complaint by a concerned parent regarding a part-time deputy by the name of Joshua Dane Wells (40 of Fort Payne). Wells was not employed full-time by the Sheriff's Office and was currently in the Alabama Law Enforcement Police Academy attempting to complete his certification to become a law enforcement officer.
| Joshua Dane Wells (40 of Fort Payne) |
An immediate investigation was started regarding this complaint. After interviews with various citizens, it was determined that Wells had violated the policy and procedures of the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office and was therefore terminated. Investigators contacted the 9th Judicial Circuit District Attorney's Office, ALEA, and the FBI for assistance with this case. After further investigation, it was determined a warrant could be issued for the arrest of Joshua Wells pertaining to inappropriate sexual conduct with minors.
Wells was arrested and booked into the Cherokee County Jail on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. Due to his employment with DeKalb County, Investigators contacted the outside agencies to receive assistance with the investigation, as well as to house Wells in an adjacent county's detention center.
DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden said of the incident: "This past week has been a hard week for our office and our community. This event is a black eye to our office and also the entire law enforcement community. Law enforcement officers are expected to be held to the highest standard and when mischief is alleged, it is not taken lightly. This type of behavior cannot and will not be tolerated! The last investigation that we want to conduct is an investigation into one of our own, however right is right and wrong is wrong no matter who you are! The investigation is still ongoing and additional charges could be pending. Please be in prayer for all involved in this case and for our office as we move forward with serving you!"
"God Bless!" Concluded Sheriff Welden.
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden:
FORT PAYNE, Ala. - We are halfway through 2024 and so far, we have seized 6,714 grams of methamphetamine, 8,225 grams marijuana, 24 grams heroin, 7 grams cocaine, 36 grams synthetic marijuana, and 202 grams fentanyl. Thanks to Crossville, Henagar, Fyffe and Collinsville PD's, DeKalb County Deputies, Narcotics Agents and Criminal Investigations Unit and ADETF Region F for all the help during the month of June. We surely couldn't do this job without all the help and backup from all agencies in this county and the surrounding counties.
On Thursday, June 6th, Crossville PD responded to a domestic violence call to a residence on Hwy 68 in Crossville. Upon arrival, Officers with Crossville made contact with Joseph Daniel Lee Hill (40 of Crossville). During the arrest, Hill was found in possession of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. Hill was charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance, Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Domestic Violence 3rd.
| Joseph Daniel Lee Hill (40 of Crossville) |
On Friday, June 7th, DeKalb County Deputies conducted a traffic stop on I-59 finding the driver to be in possession of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. James Shawn Reid (57 of Sylvania) was charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
| James Shawn Reid (57 of Sylvania) |
Also, on Friday, Narcotics Agents conducted a search warrant at a residence around the I-59 Flea Market. During the search, around 17 grams of methamphetamine was located, as well as marijuana and drug paraphernalia. Hope Lynn Shafer (38 of Valley Head) was charged with Unlawful Possession with Intent to Distribute (controlled substance), Unlawful Possession of Marijuana 2nd and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
| Hope Lynn Shafer (38 of Valley Head) |
On Wednesday, June 12th, Narcotics Agents, along with ADETF Region F executed a search warrant in the Dawson area finding 240 grams of methamphetamine, as well as drug paraphernalia. Juan Bernardo Campos-Infante (27 of Crossville) was charged with Trafficking in any Illegal Drug (x2) and 1 warrant for Failure to Appear.
| Juan Bernardo Campos-Infante (27 of Crossville) |
Also, on Wednesday, Narcotics Agents, along with ADETF Region F and Criminal Investigation conducted a search warrant on County Road 386 in Kilpatrick finding a half pound of methamphetamine. Candy Suhey Hernandez (41 of Albertville) was charged with Trafficking in any Illegal Drug and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
| Candy Suhey Hernandez (41 of Albertville) |
On Friday, June 14th, Henagar PD responded to a call of someone passed out in a vehicle near Wright Road. After Henagar Officers got Caleb Logan Sewell (32 of Chattanooga, Tn) awake they found him to be in possession of marijuana, mushrooms and drug paraphernalia. Sewell was charged with Receiving Stolen Property 2nd, Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance, Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Unlawful Possession of Marijuana 2nd.
| Caleb Logan Sewell (32 of Chattanooga, Tn) |
On Sunday, June 16th, while processing Katy Michelle Landress (37 of Fort Payne) DeKalb County Corrections Officers found methamphetamine, marijuana and drug paraphernalia in her property. Landress was charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance, Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Unlawful Possession of Marijuana 2nd.
| Katy Michelle Landress (37 of Fort Payne) |
On Monday, June 17th, an Officer with Fyffe PD conducted a traffic stop on County Road 50 near County Road 446 in Fyffe finding that Christy Dawn Garmon (46 of Crossville) had active warrants with DCSO. During a search, methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia were found. Garmon was charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance (x2), Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (x2) and 2 warrants for Failure to Appear.
| Christy Dawn Garmon (46 of Crossville) |
Again, on Monday, Narcotics agents went to a residence on County Road 169. While there, agents found Isaac Blake Wright (24 of Higdon) to be in possession of Fentanyl. Wright was charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
| Isaac Blake Wright (24 of Higdon) |
On Monday, June 24th, DeKalb County Deputies went to a residence on County Road 50 to execute a warrant. During the arrest of Timothy Harold Hosch (53 of Grove Oak) marijuana and a marijuana plant were found in the residence. Hosch was charged with Unlawful Possession of Marijuana 21st, Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance, Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and 4 warrants for Failure to Appear.
| Timothy Harold Hosch (53 of Grove Oak) |
On Thursday, June 27th, Narcotics Agents conducted a traffic stop on County Road 155 finding methamphetamine within the vehicle. Marty Ritch Workman (53 of Bryant) was charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance (x2), Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (x2) and 1 warrant for Failure to Appear. James Stacey Workman (49 of Higdon) was charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
| Marty Ritch Workman (53 of Bryant) | James Stacey Workman (49 of Higdon) |
On Friday, June 28th, Collinsville PD officers responded to a vehicle that had ran into a ditch on Hwy 11, near County Road 851. During a search, methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia were found inside the vehicle. Daniel Nathan Gouse (46 of Fort Payne) was charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
| Daniel Nathan Gouse (46 of Fort Payne) |
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden:
FORT PAYNE, Ala. - On June 25th 2024, Deputies with the Dekalb County Sheriff's Office along with Collinsville Police Department and Crossville Police Department responded to an address on County Road 221 in Collinsville in regard to an unresponsive female. When Law Enforcement arrived, the victim was found to be deceased with an apparent gunshot wound. The Dekalb County Criminal Investigation Division then responded due to suspicious circumstances surrounding her death.
A male subject later identified as James Michael Howard Jr. (27 of Valley Head) was encountered in the area by neighbors of the victim a short time after law enforcement arrived on scene. These neighbors promptly notified law enforcement of Howard's presence and he was detained and interviewed after Investigators determined him to have been present at the victim's residence earlier.
| James Michael Howard Jr. (27 of Valley Head) |
After interviewing multiple individuals with knowledge of the circumstances surrounding the victim's death as well as processing the scene, James Michael Howard Jr. was arrested for Murder and Public Intoxication and booked into the Dekalb County Detention Center.
DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden said of the incident: "Thank you to the officers with Collinsville Police Department, Crossville Police Department, Jacksonville State Center for Applied Forensics, as well as the neighbors who alerted law enforcement, all of your help and information played a vital role in the quick apprehension of Howard. This is such a tragic and senseless act of violence, and our thoughts and prayers are with the friends and family of the victim."
"God Bless!" Concluded Sheriff Welden.
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden:
FORT PAYNE, Ala. - On Thursday, June 13, 2024, at around 4:15 P.M. deputies were dispatched to County Road 386 in DeKalb County for a report of someone shooting into an occupied dwelling. DeKalb County Investigations Unit and DeKalb County Drug Task Force conducted a search warrant of the residence after one of the victims fled the scene. During the search warrant a sizeable amount of methamphetamine and a handgun was found. Also, during the search, nine shell casings were found with five of those hitting the residence.
The Investigation unit later identified Jose Guadalupe Perez (34 of Crossville) as the shooter. Perez was booked into Dekalb County Detention Center and charged with Discharge Firearm into Building (x5) and Menacing (x2).
| Jose Guadalupe Perez (34 of Crossville) |
DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden said of the incident: "We are so thankful this act of recklessness didn't take an innocent life."
"God Bless!" Concluded Sheriff Welden.
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden:
FORT PAYNE, Ala. - On Friday, February 2nd, 2024, the DeKalb County Criminal Investigation Division received report of a 12-year-old female who had been the victim of sexual solicitation through Snapchat by an unknown male offender. An investigation into the incident to determine the identity of the male was launched with very little initial information to go on. After over a month of case work and with assistance with ROCIC, the subject was positively identified as Jehad Noman Saloum (21 of Augusta, Ga).
| Jehad Noman Saloum (21 of Augusta, Ga) |
A warrant was issued for Saloum, and attempts were made by DeKalb County Investigators as well as Georgia Law enforcement to locate and arrest Saloum.
In May, Saloum was arrested in Hillsborough County (Tampa) Florida and an extradition process began to extradite him to DeKalb County on his warrant. On Friday, June 7th, Saloum was booked into the DeKalb Conty Detention Center on the charges of Electronic Solicitation of a Child, a Class B Felony. At the time of this release, Saloum remains in jail with a $ 150,000 bond.
DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden said of the incident: "It is sad that we are seeing these types of crimes more and more. But knowing the cases are worked diligently and thugs such as these are getting arrested displays the passion pursued by the Investigation Unit."
This was a tough case with hardly any info to go on but like all others, it's a priority when involving our youth. The disgraceful thug may have been from Georgia, but when you do this evil nonsense, we'll bring you to Sweet Home Alabama and house you in our facility."
"God Bless!" Concluded Sheriff Welden.
FORT PAYNE, Ala. - In the month of May 2024, Narcotics Agents made a total of 24 cases. There were 14 methamphetamine cases that were done, with 261 grams of meth seized, 4 marijuana cases with 618 grams seized, 3 fentanyl cases with 20 grams seized, 1 heroin case with 13 grams seized, 3 pill cases with 51 dosage units seized and 3 spice cases with 22 grams seized. Agents also conducted 5 search warrants and 1 seized vehicle.
On Sunday, May 5th, while responding to a call on County Road 804 in Flat Rock, DeKalb County Deputies found suspected methamphetamine, kratom and drug paraphernalia. Ashia Nicole Dagnan (32 of Flat Rock) was charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance (x2), Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and 7 warrants for Failure to Appear.
| Ashia Nicole Dagnan (32 of Flat Rock) |
On Thursday, May 9th, DeKalb County Deputies responded to a residence on Hwy 68 for an overdose. Upon arrival, Deputies found Joseph Daniel Lee Hill (40 of Crossville) to be responsive. DAS arrived on scene and checked Hill, who then refused any further treatment. During a search, Deputies found methamphetamine. During the booking in process of Hill, he was found to have methamphetamine concealed on his person. Hill was charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance, Promote Prison Contraband 2nd, Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and 5 warrants for Failure to Appear.
| Joseph Daniel Lee Hill (40 of Crossville) |
On Tuesday, May 14th, Officers with Henagar PD responded to a domestic violence call on Hilltop Road in Henagar. Upon arrival, Officers made contact with Juan Antonio Munoz (61 of Henagar), who told them a female had already fled the scene. Drug paraphernalia and 382 grams of marijuana, already packaged for resale, was found inside the residence. Munoz was charged with Unlawful Possession of Marijuana 1st, Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
| Juan Antonio Munoz (61 of Henagar) |
On Thursday, May 16th, Narcotic Agents conducted a search warrant at a residence on Bailey Chappel Road in Powell finding fentanyl, methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. Bruce Dewayne Rowland (59 of Rainsville) was charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance (x2), Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and 8 warrants for Failure to Appear.
| Bruce Dewayne Rowland (59 of Rainsville) |
On Friday, May 17th, Narcotics Agents were contacted after Deputies responded to a domestic call on Road 9101 in Higdon. Methamphetamine, marijuana, THC wax and drug paraphernalia were found inside the residence. Arthur Teshiuan Prescott (37 of Higdon) was charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Jessica Richardson Prescott (31 of Higdon) was charged with Resisting Arrest, Domestic Violence 3rd, Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
| Arthur Teshiuan Prescott (37 of Higdon) | Jessica Richardson Prescott (31 of Higdon) |
On Saturday, May 18th, Offices with Collinsville PD responded to a call on Hwy 68 at the Mapco of a possibly intoxicated female. Denice Michelle Gregg (50 of Boaz) was found to be in possession of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. Gregg was charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance, Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Public Intoxication.
| Denice Michelle Gregg (50 of Boaz) |
Again, on Saturday, May 18th, DCSO Corrections Officers called Narcotics Agents into the Detention Center after they found methamphetamine. After an investigation, Daniel Ryan Long (34 of Albertville) was charged with Promote Prison Contraband 2nd and 1 warrant for Failure to Appear. Daniel Bonilla (27 of Boaz) was charged with Promote Prison Contraband 2nd, Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession with intent to Distribute - Controlled Substance and 9 warrants for Failure to Appear.
| Daniel Ryan Long (34 of Albertville) | Daniel Bonilla (27 of Boaz) |
On Sunday, May 19th, DeKalb County Deputies conducted a traffic stop on County Road 51 and County Road 12 finding methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia inside the vehicle. Robbie Lee Hodge (56 of Fort Payne) was charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance, Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and 3 warrants for Failure to Appear. During the booking in process, Corrections Officers found Hodge to be in possession of methamphetamine which added an additional charge of Promote Prison Contraband 2nd.
| Robbie Lee Hodge (56 of Fort Payne) |
On Tuesday, May 28th, DeKalb County Deputies observed Domestic Violence taking place in the parking lot of The Children's Place in Fort Payne. When Deputies were placing Breland Dewight Thomas (36 of Fort Payne) into custody, he thew a bag to the ground which contained synthetic marijuana. Thomas was charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance, Domestic Violence 3rd and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
| Breland Dewight Thomas (36 of Fort Payne) |
On Tuesday, May 28th, DeKalb County Deputies and Narcotics Agents were dispatched to Brown Street in Fyffe on a possible overdose. While there, Agents detected a strong odor of marijuana. During a search of the residence, marijuana and drug paraphernalia were found. Johmon Markis Butler (21 of Fyffe) was charged with Unlawful Possession of Marijuana 2nd and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Antwon Devecio Bryant (19 of Fyffe), Arissa Lanae Jackson (20 of Fyffe) and Jakira Mona Horton (20 of Fyffe) were all charged with Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
| Johmon Markis Butler (21 of Fyffe) | Antwon Devecio Bryant (19 of Fyffe) | Arissa Lanae Jackson (20 of Fyffe) | Jakira Mona Horton (20 of Fyffe) |
On Wednesday, May 29th, DeKalb County Investigators stopped a vehicle on I-59 near Collinsville for driving at a high rate of speed. During the stop, methamphetamine, marijuana, suboxone and drug paraphernalia were found. Matthew Travis Kendrick (37 of Trussville) was charged with Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance (x2). Amy Renee Young (43 of Pisgah) was charged with Escape 3rd (active warrant) and Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance (x2).
| Matthew Travis Kendrick (37 of Trussville) | Amy Renee Young (43 of Pisgah) |
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden:
FORT PAYNE, Ala. - On Thursday, May 30th, 2024, the Dekalb County Sheriff's Office Investigation Division executed a search warrant at 360 Old McVille Road, Crossville. The search warrant stemmed from a Burglary and Theft of a large amount of property from a residence in the Whiton community that had been reported on May 19th.
During the course of the search warrant, a large amount of reported stolen property from that residence was recovered and returned to the victims that same day. Marshall County Sheriff's Office Investigators also responded and assisted in the recovery of the stolen items.
On May 31st, 2024, warrants for THEFT OF PROPERTY 1st (x2), THEFT OF PROPERTY 3rd, & BURGLARY 3rd was issued for Jimmy Dale Cagle (62 of Crossville). Investigators served those warrants on Cagle later that same day and he was booked into the Dekalb County Detention Center on a $40,000 total property bond.
| Jimmy Dale Cagle (62 of Crossville) |
The victims in this case also reported a Red, single cab, step-side 1994 Chevrolet C1500 4x2 (AL Tag 28B10B8) stolen from the same residence. This vehicle was not recovered during the search warrant and is still being sought by Investigators. This investigation is still ongoing and more charges against other individuals may be pending.
Pictured below is a stock photo of the stolen vehicle that is still being sought. This is a stock photo only and not the actual vehicle.
DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden said of the incident: "I am so thankful for the hard work our Investigators and Marshall County Sheriff's Office put in to be able to return these stolen items to the rightful owner. It is a shame that some people think they have the right to go out and take what others have worked hard for, but we have zero tolerance for theft in DeKalb County."
"If you have any information on the truck that is still missing, please call our office at 256-845-3801."
"God Bless!" Concluded Sheriff Welden.
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden:
FORT PAYNE, Ala. - On Thursday, May 23rd, the Dekalb County Criminal Investigation Division conducted a warrant roundup countywide resulting in the arrest of 9 subjects with active warrants. Investigators and Deputies attempted warrants at residences from one end of the county to the other, beginning near the Georgia line in the early morning and ending the day at the Marshall and Etowah County lines. A total of 25 warrants were served.
Below is a list of all subjects arrested and their charges:
Tonya Renee Davis (52 of Pisgah)- Probation Violation
| Tonya Renee Davis (52 of Pisgah) |
Stephanie Mechelle Woods (45 of Henagar)- School Employee Sex Act (x3), Distributing Obscene Material/School (x3)
| Stephanie Mechelle Woods (45 of Henagar) |
Amelia Hope Williams (28 of Rainsville)- FTA-UPOCS, FTA-UPODP (x2), FTA- Illegal Poss. Prescription Drugs, FTA-DUI Controlled Substance
| Amelia Hope Williams (28 of Rainsville) |
Zane Michael Allen (31 of Powell)- FTA-UPOCS, FTA-UPODP
| Zane Michael Allen (31 of Powell) |
Casey Alexander Mullinax (21 of Rainsville) FTA-Theft of Property 1st
| Casey Alexander Mullinax (21 of Rainsville) |
Jerry Bruce Galloway, Jr (47 of Powell) FTA-UPOCS
| Jerry Bruce Galloway, Jr (47 of Powell) |
Cammy Louise McBride (35 of Fyffe) Forgery 3rd (x2), Theft of Property 4th (x2), Failure to Pay-NWNI (x3)
| Cammy Louise McBride (35 of Fyffe) |
Arielle Morgan Green (30 of Fyffe) Chemical Endangerment of Minor
| Arielle Morgan Green (30 of Fyffe) |
Andrea Lynn Totherow (39 of Geraldine) Assault 3rd
| Andrea Lynn Totherow (39 of Geraldine) |
DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden said of the warrant roundup: "I appreciate the work that the Investigators, Deputies, and Corrections Officers put in to help this warrant roundup be completed without incident. I am glad we were able to bring these individuals in so that they are one step closer to facing the justice they deserve."
"God Bless!" Concluded Sheriff Welden.
From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden:
FORT PAYNE, Ala. - Monday, May 20, 2024, during the Kilpatrick Fire Department meeting, a retired DeKalb County Sheriff's Office cruiser was signed over to the Kilpatrick Fire Department to be put back into service by them.
After being contacted by Kilpatrick Fire asking for assistance to better serve their community, Sheriff Nick Welden and Commission President Ricky Harcrow put together a plan and took a DeKalb County Sheriff's Office cruiser that was being retired and placed it into the ownership of Kilpatrick Fire Department.
DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden said of the incident: "I'm glad we could help such a helpful Department and be some small part in better serving the community in a way that is not just law enforcement."
"The fire chief contacted me stating that they needed help and that they were having to respond to calls in a large van style vehicle or a personal vehicle and it just wasn't efficient and needed something else to better serve their community. That is when I reached out to Commission President Harcrow and he was glad to help. We signed over a DeKalb County Sheriff's Office Tahoe so the men and women of Kilpatrick Fire can do their job in a manner that is safer and more out to suit the citizen's needs."
"Most people don't understand that these Volunteer Fire Departments, such as Kilpatrick, struggle to receive funds and assistance, so this is huge for their department and community."
"Thank you, Kilpatrick Fire Department and ALL fire departments for caring so much about your communities and willing to serve. And us at DeKalb County Sheriff's Office and the DeKalb County Commission are always willing to help if we can."
"God Bless!" Concluded Sheriff Welden.
FORT PAYNE, Ala. - On Thursday, May 16th, the Dekalb County Sheriff's Office received a report of a Theft of Decoration Day flowers from a family gravesite in Painter Cemetery at the intersection of CR-179 & CR-24. The victim had recently been the victim of a previous theft from the same gravesite and had installed cameras in the area. In the early morning hours of May 16th, those cameras caught a female subject in the act of stealing two sets of handmade floral arrangements from a headstone. An investigation by the Dekalb County Criminal Investigation Division was then opened due to the callous and heinous nature of the act.
Later that same day, after positively identifying the female subject as Martha Jane Bowes (69 of Valley Head), Investigators obtained warrants on Bowes for Theft of Property 4th (13A-8-5) as well as Desecration of a Gravesite (13A-7-23.1).
| Martha Jane Bowes (69 of Valley Head) |
On Friday, May 17th, a search warrant at Bowes residence in Hammondville was executed by Investigators, DCSO Deputies, Valley Head P.D. and Mentone P.D. During the course of this search warrant the victim's floral arrangements were recovered and returned. A large amount of other decoration-style floral arrangements was also present at the residence and seized.
On Saturday, May 18th, an Investigator spoke with Bowes and attempted to have her turn herself in. Bowes stated that she was currently in Mississippi and would not be back in Dekalb County until the following Wednesday. Information was then obtained by Investigators that Bowes was currently in Fort Payne, and not in Mississippi as she had previously stated.
At approximately 7:00 pm that evening, Investigators went to a residence in Fort Payne and arrested Bowes without incident. Bowes was then transported to the Dekalb County Detention Center on the above charges as well as two outstanding Failure to Appear warrants with the Dekalb County Sheriff's Office. The Dekalb County Criminal Investigation Division would like to thank Valley Head Police Department and Mentone Police Department for their assistance in this case.
*****Attached to this release will be photographs of recovered floral arrangements during the search warrant. If you have been a victim of a similar theft and have proof that a pictured arrangement is yours, please contact the Dekalb County Sheriff's Office Monday-Friday from 8-4 at (256) 845-3801. The photos shown will be photos of ALL arrangements recovered. Please only contact the Sheriff's Office if you believe one of the pictured arrangements to be yours.
DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden said of the incident: "It is sad that we even have laws on the books relating to this type of disgraceful act, but even worse that we have someone actually committing them. But just like any other crime we will 100% put our resources to solving it. Great job by DCSO Investigations and a huge thanks to the public for providing vital intel. Now stolen items can be returned in time for families to have decoration and honor their loved ones that have passed on. We will honor the thief and put a decoration of charges on them!"
"God Bless!" Concluded Sheriff Welden.