ATHENS, Ga. — An 18-year-old probationary detention officer has been fired and arrested following an investigation into allegations concerning his off-duty conduct.
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Jayden Antwon Cole, 18, was terminated from his position with the Clarke County Sheriff’s Office after officials were made aware of criminal allegations.
Cole faces charges including violation of oath of office, battery, kidnapping, false imprisonment and contributing to the delinquency of a minor.
The Athens-Clarke County Police Department is leading the criminal investigation into Cole’s off-duty conduct. The investigation began after the sheriff’s office was made aware of criminal allegations involving the former officer.
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Clarke County Sheriff John Q. Williams addressed the arrest and termination, emphasizing accountability within the agency.
“The Clarke County Sheriff’s Office holds our team to the highest standards of integrity, professionalism and ethical conduct,” Williams said. “As sworn officers, we must uphold the law, maintain public trust and ensure the safety and security of the community we serve. We will not tolerate conduct that damages that trust. Violators of the law will be held accountable and prosecuted to the fullest extent.”
The sheriff’s office stated that more details will be released as the Athens-Clarke County Police Department permits.
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