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Hall County deputy on leave for making harassing phone calls
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Joyce Lupiani , as published by FOX 5 Atlanta (WAGA) - News
· August 28, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points This action was taken by the Hall County Sheriff's Office. A patrol deputy is currently not working after being arrested.
A patrol deputy is currently not working after being arrested. The arrest was made on a misdemeanor charge. As a result of the arrest, the deputy has been placed on paid leave.
This action was taken by the Hall County Sheriff's Office. The deputy's responsibilities have been suspended temporarily.
Further information about the situation can be found through the original source. Details about the arrest and the deputy's status are available there.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 28, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 5 Atlanta (WAGA) - News ·
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