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Today, I want to personally congratulate Keyshia Mayfield on an incredible 20 years of dedicated service to the Rabun Co...
08/28/2026

Today, I want to personally congratulate Keyshia Mayfield on an incredible 20 years of dedicated service to the Rabun County Sheriff’s Office.

Twenty years of service represents countless days of commitment, sacrifice, and loyalty to this office and to the people of Rabun County. Keyshia, your dedication has made a lasting impact on our agency, and we are truly grateful for everything you have given throughout the years.

It is an honor to recognize this milestone and to have you as part of the RCSO family.

Congratulations on 20 years, Keyshia. Thank you for your service, your commitment, and for being such an important part of our team.

With gratitude,
Sheriff Mark Gerrells
Rabun County Sheriff’s Office

Please join me in congratulating Deputy Moises Figueroa on his graduation from the police academy and officially being s...
08/26/2026

Please join me in congratulating Deputy Moises Figueroa on his graduation from the police academy and officially being sworn in as a Deputy with the Rabun County Sheriff’s Office.

His dedication, discipline, and commitment throughout the academy have brought him to this important milestone, and I am proud to officially welcome him to our team.

We look forward to watching Deputy Figueroa grow in his career as he serves and protects the citizens of Rabun County. We are honored to have him as part of the Rabun County Sheriff’s Office family.

Congratulations, Deputy Figueroa. We’re proud to have you on the team!

— Sheriff Mark Gerrells

I want to personally invite you to join us for the Annual Rabun County Sheriff’s Recovery Golf Tournament on Friday, Nov...
08/24/2026

I want to personally invite you to join us for the Annual Rabun County Sheriff’s Recovery Golf Tournament on Friday, November 13th at 9:00 AM at Sky Valley Golf Course.

When I ran for Sheriff, I said that we cannot arrest our way out of the drug and addiction problem, and I still believe that today. Law enforcement is only one part of the solution. We also have to invest in recovery and support the people and organizations working every day to help individuals overcome addiction and move forward.

Through this tournament, we’re proud to continue supporting Unite Rabun and Women of Worth Recovery and the important work they do for individuals and families in our community.

We need sponsors and golf teams! Whether you’re a longtime supporter or joining us for the first time, I hope you’ll be part of this important day.

Please visit our website to register your golf team or become a sponsor. If you have any questions, contact the Rabun County Sheriff’s Office.

Come enjoy a great day of golf, fellowship, and friendly competition while helping us support recovery in our community.

Sheriff Mark Gerrells

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08/19/2026

As Sheriff of Rabun County, I want to make our community aware of the arrest of Timothy Richardson, 39, of Clayton, following an investigation conducted by my office.
Richardson was arrested and charged with:

R**e
Aggravated Assault
False Imprisonment
Criminal Trespass
Harassing Phone Calls

On Monday, August 17, 2026, my deputies responded to a disturbance at a residence in Rabun County. During the investigation, my deputies learned of allegations involving Richardson and a victim known to him. Based on information gathered at the scene, the case was forwarded to our Criminal Investigations Division.

The ensuing investigation led to the arrest of Richardson who was arrested and booked into the Rabun County Detention Center on August 18, 2026 on the above listed charges.

This case remains active and ongoing. Due to the sensitive nature of this investigation and to protect the privacy of the victim, I will not be releasing additional details at this time.

Once our investigation is complete, the case will be turned over to the Mountain Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office for prosecution.


Sheriff Mark Gerrells
Rabun County Sheriff’s Office

08/13/2026

I want to update the citizens of Rabun County regarding the large law enforcement presence in the area of Highway 246 and Trinity Lane today.

The Rabun County Sheriff’s Office and the Dillard Police Department conducted a joint operation to locate and apprehend Jordan Bradley Roberts, a wanted fugitive out of Lumpkin County. Roberts was wanted on multiple outstanding warrants from Lumpkin County.

Information was obtained during the investigation indicating Roberts was possibly in the Dillard area. Due to the nature of the outstanding charges and information indicating Roberts could be armed, deputies and officers established a significant law enforcement presence in the area to ensure he could be taken into custody as safely as possible.

I am pleased to report that Roberts was located and taken into custody after a brief standoff with law enforcement.

I want to personally thank the men and women of the Rabun County Sheriff’s Office and Dillard Police Department for their teamwork and professionalism during this operation. I also want to thank our citizens for their patience and cooperation while law enforcement was working in the area.

Sheriff Mark Gerrells
Rabun County Sheriff’s Office

As a new school year begins here in Rabun County, I want to take a moment to wish all of our students, teachers, school ...
08/03/2026

As a new school year begins here in Rabun County, I want to take a moment to wish all of our students, teachers, school staff, school resource officers, and families a wonderful first day back.

To our teachers and school employees, thank you for the dedication, patience, and heart you pour into our children every single day. Your commitment makes a lasting difference in our community. To our parents and families, thank you for trusting our schools and for everything you do to prepare your children for a successful year. We wish each of you a safe, rewarding, and exciting school year ahead.

As everyone settles back into the school routine, I want to remind our community to help keep our students safe by following a few important traffic safety guidelines:

Always pay close attention to the deputies directing traffic at our schools. They are there to keep everyone moving safely and efficiently.

During afternoon pickup, do not park on or block any portion of Boggs Mountain Road. Keeping the roadway clear is essential for traffic flow and for emergency vehicle access if needed.

Please remember to follow all Georgia laws regarding school buses. Passing a stopped school bus that is loading or unloading children is illegal and puts the lives of our students at serious risk. Slow down, stay alert, and stop when required by law.

Together, we can all do our part to ensure our children have a safe and successful school year. On behalf of the Rabun County Sheriff's Office, thank you for helping us keep our schools and roadways safe.

Let's make this a great, and most importantly, a safe school year here in Rabun County.

— Sheriff Mark Gerrells

Last week, I had the opportunity to observe and participate in what was the first large-scale active shooter training ex...
07/21/2026

Last week, I had the opportunity to observe and participate in what was the first large-scale active shooter training exercise ever conducted in Rabun County. The exercise took place at Rabun County Schools and brought together an outstanding group of professionals dedicated to the safety and security of our community.

This training involved Rabun County Schools personnel, Rabun County EMS, Rabun County 911 Dispatch, Rabun County Fire Services, the Georgia Department of Community Supervision, Rabun County EMA/Search and Rescue, and the Rabun County Sheriff's Office. The scenario provided participants with the opportunity to work together in a realistic environment, testing communications, coordination, and emergency response procedures.

The safety of our students, educators, first responders, and citizens is something that all of us take very seriously. While no one ever wants to face an active shooter incident, preparation and training are essential. This exercise demonstrated the commitment that exists throughout Rabun County to be ready to respond effectively should a crisis ever occur.

What made this event especially significant is that it was the first training exercise of this scale ever conducted in our county. It was truly a collaborative effort, and I am proud of the teamwork and professionalism displayed by everyone involved. The relationships built and strengthened during exercises like this are invaluable and play a critical role in emergency response.

I want to personally thank the administration, faculty, and staff of Rabun County Schools for their partnership and willingness to host this important training. I also want to thank every participating agency, responder, volunteer, and support staff member who contributed their time, effort, and expertise. The success of this exercise was the result of many people working together toward a common goal.

Rabun County is fortunate to have dedicated professionals across all of our public safety and community organizations who continually train and prepare to protect those we serve. I am grateful for their commitment and proud of what was accomplished through this joint effort.

Sincerely,

Sheriff Mark Gerrells
Rabun County Sheriff's Office

Rabun County Schools, in partnership with the Rabun County Sheriff's Office, Rabun County Fire/EMS, Rabun County Emergen...
07/15/2026

Rabun County Schools, in partnership with the Rabun County Sheriff's Office, Rabun County Fire/EMS, Rabun County Emergency Management Agency (EMA), and other local and state public safety partners, will conduct a training exercise on Thursday, July 16, at Rabun County Elementary School.

The training will take place throughout the day and is designed to strengthen the coordinated response capabilities of our public safety agencies and school personnel should a critical incident ever occur.

Please be advised that Rabun County Elementary School will be closed to public access for the duration of the exercise. Throughout the day, community members may see or hear an increased presence of law enforcement, fire, EMS, and other emergency vehicles responding to the school. This activity is part of a planned training exercise only, and there is no emergency.

These exercises are an essential part of our commitment to school safety, and we appreciate the continued support and understanding of the Rabun County community as we work together to provide the safest possible learning environment for our students and staff.

See the following press release from Sheriff Mark Gerrells. On June 10, 2026, my office received a report of suspected a...
07/12/2026

See the following press release from Sheriff Mark Gerrells.

On June 10, 2026, my office received a report of suspected aggravated animal cruelty, and an investigation was immediately launched.

Over the course of several weeks, deputies interviewed witnesses, reviewed evidence, and worked closely with Rabun County Animal Control. The investigation established probable cause that an animal had been subjected to repeated acts of cruelty that resulted in its death.

On July 7, 2026, arrest warrants and a search warrant were obtained. The following day, deputies executed the search warrant at a residence in Mountain City, recovering evidence and exhuming animal remains believed to be connected to the case. The remains were transported to the University of Georgia Veterinary Diagnostics Laboratory for forensic examination, and final results are still pending.

As a result of the investigation, Wacho McCluney Sr., 46, of Mountain City, was arrested and charged with Aggravated Animal Cruelty.

Animal cruelty is a serious crime, and I am committed to ensuring these cases are thoroughly investigated and that those responsible are held accountable. I appreciate the efforts of the deputies, Rabun County Animal Control, Mountain City Police Department, and everyone who assisted in bringing this case forward.

This investigation remains active and ongoing.

Sheriff Mark Gerrells
Rabun County Sheriff's Office

07/09/2026

FOUND PROPERTY NOTICE

The Sheriff’s Office has recovered a piece of lawn equipment that was found along Georgia Highway 15.
Anyone who believes this property may belong to them is asked to contact the Sheriff’s Office. Claimants will be required to provide identifying information regarding the equipment before it is released.

Thank you for your cooperation.

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