Hancock County Sheriff Office

04/26/2026

Update on missing person!!!

Curtis Marple has been located by neighbor and has been safely returned back to his family.

Missing person!!!

At around 3:00 a.m, this morning Curtis Marple walked away from his home on Arrowhead Road here in Sparta, Georgia.

Station 2 Fire Department, Milledgeville Police Department officers with drone and Hancock County Sheriff’s Office are in the area searching for Curtis.

According to his family members he has health issues.

If anyone see him please call the Hancock County Sheriff’s Office at (706)444-6471.

Curtis Marple
Age: 64
Male
HGT: 509
WGT: 175
EYE: Bro
Last seen wearing black jeans, Harley Davidson shirt w/grey shoes. Black hair bald in some spots and wear glasses from time to time. Curtis may just have on a white t-shirt unsure.

04/23/2026

04/23/2026

Starting today, much of South and Central Georgia are under a burn ban as we continue to respond to wildfires and deal with ongoing drought conditions.

We're asking all Georgians to do your part in preventing the spread of wildfires as response teams work around the clock to contain those currently blazing.

https://gatrees.org/state-forester-issues-burn-ban-for-south-georgia/

04/18/2026

Shoutout to the Sparta Sheriffs who received a call about a suspicious woman walking down the highway. 😳
Dat me.

This was after going to the Mount Zion Church experience and 3 hours before my body started failing me.

They were totally kind and respectful towards me, wanted to know my fb page, agreed to do a selfie with me, and asked me if I needed anything.

What a day!
Interesting discoveries,
Integral interactions,
Physical and mental challenges,
And a bunch of Stranger-Angels.
Not to mention I mastered 14.9 miles!
This day was fire!!
🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

04/16/2026

On behalf of the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office, we extend our deepest condolences on the passing of former Sheriff Richard Roundtree.

Sheriff Roundtree dedicated his life to public service, leaving behind a legacy defined by professionalism, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to this community. From his extensive training and years as an instructor shaping future law enforcement officers, to his leadership as Sheriff, he consistently demonstrated what it means to serve with integrity and purpose.

His vision for community engagement transformed the relationship between law enforcement and the citizens of Augusta. Through initiatives like the Community Services Division, neighborhood watch programs, and youth outreach efforts such as CHAMPS and Dad’s in Action, Sheriff Roundtree worked tirelessly to build trust and create opportunities for those most in need. His impact will continue to be felt for generations.

As the first African American Sheriff of Richmond County, he broke barriers and set a powerful example of leadership, perseverance, and dedication. His tenure was marked by progress, innovation, and a deep respect for both his deputies and the community he served.

Personally and professionally, I am grateful for the foundation he helped build. We will continue to honor his legacy by carrying forward his commitment to service, community, and excellence.

Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Respectfully,
Sheriff Eugene Brantley

04/16/2026

The community's support is kindly requested for one of our own officers.

Officer Nasser Thompkins underwent a complex Open Ascending Aortic Dissection Repair and Total Arch Repair surgery on April 8, 2026, which lasted 14 hours. He remains in critical condition in the Cardiovascular ICU.

The medical expenses for his ongoing care, dialysis, and long-term recovery are substantial, and his family appreciates any assistance.

To alleviate some of the financial burdens, a Fish Fry Fundraiser is scheduled to support Officer Thompkins' family. Donations can be made by purchasing a fish plate or contributing directly to the family's Cash App or Go Fund Me account, with all funds going directly to them. This is an opportunity to demonstrate support for law enforcement during a challenging time, as officers and their families face their own health struggles.

The fish fry will be held Friday, April 24, 2026 at Sparta Police Department (9535 Jones Street) from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM. We will have Tilapia and Cat Fish: 1 piece with sides $10 ... 2 pieces with sides $12

All proceeds will go directly to the family of Officer Nasser Thompkins. Please share this post. Thanks in advance.

Humbly submitted,

Chief Walker


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04/14/2026

Happy Telecommunications Week!!!

We can’t allow this week to go by without thanking the dispatchers of the Hancock County E911 Center for all that they do for the citizens of Hancock County, Ga.

You are the life line behind every caller.

We want to thank you for your dedication, leadership, perseverance, loyalty and patience.

We thank God for each and every one of you for the great work and the support you demonstrated toward our communities, each agency foreign and domestic.

02/06/2026

Update on charges!!!

On February 05, 2026, around 11:00 p.m Hancock State Prison notified the Sheriff’s Office of a suspicious vehicle bearing Georgia license plate of SEJ2788 in the area of Johnny Britt Road and Linton Road where individuals are known to attempt to conduct drone drop and crossing guard line for the throw over of contraband into Hancock State Prison.
Deputies responded to the area and located a vehicle bearing the Georgia License plate near the area. Deputies observed the vehicle. The vehicle attempted to drive southbound toward the Beulah community but failed to maintain its lane and was stopped due failure to maintain lane on two separate occasions.
Deputies activated their emergency equipment and the driver pulled over off to the side of the roadway.
As deputies approached the vehicle, they could smell a loud odor of ma*****na coming from within the stopped vehicle.
Deputies approached the passenger side window and identified himself and the reason for the traffic stop. When the passenger window was opened by passenger, the odor of ma*****na became stronger.
Within the stopped vehicle were two suspects, male and female. Both were asked for identification which was provided.
Milledgeville Police Department Officers arrived on the scene to assist with the traffic stop.
Both suspects were asked to exit the vehicle and were escorted to the front of the patrol vehicle.
Male suspect was identified as Timothy Lamar Massengale, age 35, of Lagrange, Georgia.
Female suspect was identified as Angela Renee Dinkins, age 35, of Columbus, Georgia.
Upon, deputies standing outside the stop vehicle saw in plain view within the rear cargo area, appeared to be a drone. Upon further inspection, in the rear back side area in plain view several duffel bags.
A search of the vehicle was conducted and what was located is listed below and taken into custody.
Both suspects were arrested and transported to the Hancock County Sheriff’s Office.
Timothy Massengale and Angela Dinkins are both charged with the following:
(34) counts of trading with inmates without the consent of the Warden.
(34) counts of items prohibited for possession by inmates without the authorization of Warden.
(1) count of use of unmanned aircraft.
(1) of use of communication device in commission of a felony.
(1) count of possession of tools for commission of crime, (1) count of trafficking of ma*****na.
(1) count of possession with the intent to distribute of ma*****na.
(1) count of possession of ma*****na, and (1) count of conspiracy to commit a crime.

Contraband listed below:
$1,000.00 dollars USD
11.5 lbs of ma*****na
44 lbs of to***co
11 cellphones
1 iPad
17 charging cables
4 blocks
2 headphones
2 bungee cables
1 jb weld
1 tool kit
Zip ties
Medicine

01/25/2026

Winter Storm Tips!!!

01/01/2026

On December 31, 2025, we celebrated the Employee of the Year. Our employee of the year is Mrs. Shongala Harris.

She serves as the Chief Tac in the department of Hancock County Enhanced 911 Center. For over a year, she has provided support and guidance to the dispatchers, deputy sheriff’s, and detention officers. Keeping them updated on all Georgia Crime Information Center requests and information throughout Georgia and the United States.

Congratulations Mrs. Harris on becoming the employee of the year of 2025. We look forward to working with you in 2026. Keep up the great work.