Georgia sheriff’s investigator charged with DUI, child endangerment in hit-and-run

By Sam Sachs at WSB-TV (ABC) - News · July 14, 2026 · 1 min read

A former Hall County Sheriff’s Office investigator resigned from the agency after being arrested in Forsyth County on charges of driving under the influence and child endangerment.Former investigator Joshua Twombly resigned after hitting another car on July 3 and driving away.The Forsyth County S...

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The arrest of a former Hall County Sheriff's Office investigator on charges of driving under the influence and child endangerment raises concerns about public trust in local law enforcement. As a community, Atlanta and its surrounding areas expect law enforcement officials to uphold the law and maintain the highest standards of integrity. The fact that the investigator was able to resign before facing questions about his employment record may leave some wondering about the level of accountability within the agency. Furthermore, the incident highlights the need for continued vigilance in preventing drunk driving and protecting vulnerable populations, such as children, from harm. In the context of recent efforts to increase public safety funding in nearby Mableton, this incident serves as a stark reminder that effective law enforcement requires not only adequate resources but also a commitment to ethical conduct among its officers.

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Category: safety · Published: July 14, 2026 · Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News · Reading time: 1 min

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