Forsyth County, GA – A Forsyth County man was arrested this week after deputies say he attempted to steal more than $600 in merchandise from a local Hobby Lobby.
According to the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office, the incident happened Monday, September 15, when Michael Tyrone Jones allegedly concealed store items inside a bag while shopping. Deputies say an employee spotted the actions on security cameras and contacted authorities while confronting the suspect.
When deputies arrived, Jones was allegedly preparing to leave the store with the concealed items. Officials said the merchandise totaled $614.92, surpassing Georgia’s $500 threshold for felony shoplifting. Deputies detained Jones on suspicion of theft and searched his bag, confirming the items matched what the employee had identified.
Investigators also reported that Jones’ vehicle registration was suspended due to lack of valid insurance. Additional items of high value were discovered inside the car, which deputies are working to confirm were not stolen from other retailers.
The Sheriff’s Office noted that Jones requested legal representation following his arrest. He now faces felony shoplifting charges and potential additional charges related to the vehicle violations.
This case marks the latest in the Sheriff’s Office “Felony Friday” highlight, which shares local arrests with the public.
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