Gwinnett County, Ga. — A fugitive accused of impersonating sheriff’s deputies to commit armed robberies has been arrested, prompting an ongoing felony investigation, authorities said.
According to the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office, the arrest stems from an alert issued Jan. 9 by the Gwinnett County Police Department regarding a group of suspects allegedly posing as sheriff’s office deputies during multiple crimes.
Investigators with the sheriff’s office Fugitive Unit later located Samuel Baxter after conducting surveillance. With assistance from the Georgia State Patrol, deputies initiated a traffic stop after Baxter exited a residence and entered a gray Nissan Sentra in DeKalb County.
Authorities said Baxter allegedly failed to comply with commands during the stop, leading deputies to use controlled techniques to place him on the ground. An ambulance was requested as a precaution, but Baxter declined medical attention.
Baxter was transported to Gwinnett County Police Headquarters for questioning by detectives before being booked into the Gwinnett County Jail.
He has been charged with Home Invasion, Kidnapping, Armed Robbery, Aggravated Assault, and Possession of a Firearm During the Commission or Attempt to Commit a Felony. Officials said Baxter remains in custody without bond as the investigation continues.
The sheriff’s office noted that the case remains active and that additional charges or arrests are possible as detectives continue reviewing evidence and interviewing witnesses.
Officials are asking anyone with information related to the case or similar impersonation incidents to contact the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office.
This case may be of particular relevance to commuters and residents across Gwinnett and DeKalb counties, where the alleged traffic stop and arrests occurred.
Anyone wishing to submit a tip can call the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office at 770-619-6655 or visit GwinnettCountySheriff.org.
This article was produced by a journalist and may include AI-assisted input.
All content is reviewed for accuracy and fairness.
Follow us on Instagram & Facebook and support local independent news.
Have a tip? Message us.
