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Former DA, judge-elect being investigated for using bogus photos of truck in online auction
By WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation and the Georgia Attorney General’s Office are investigating a former metro Atlanta district attorney’s purchase of a government-owned pickup truck through an online auction.Last month, Channel 2’s Mark Winne reported that a sheriff accused former Towaliga Judic...
Key takeaway Last month, Channel 2’s Mark Winne reported that a sheriff accused former Towaliga Judic...
Why this matters in The Atlanta
The investigation into former District Attorney Jonathan Adams' purchase of a government-owned pickup truck through an online auction has significant implications for the community's trust in public officials. As a judge-elect, Adams is set to hold a position of considerable authority, making the allegations of misconduct particularly troubling. The fact that the Georgia Bureau of Investigation and the Georgia Attorney General's Office are involved suggests that the matter is being taken seriously. Butts County Sheriff Gary Long's concerns about the potential manipulation of the auction process are well-founded, and the use of bogus photos could have unfairly influenced the bidding process. The community will be watching closely as the investigation unfolds, and the outcome will likely have repercussions for the upcoming judicial term. The involvement of a special prosecutor, as indicated by the letter from Prosecuting Attorney's Council Pete Skandalakis, ensures that the investigation will be thorough and impartial.
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Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
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