Deputy discovers illegal drone drop at Washington State Prison

According to the Washington County Sheriff's Office, a deputy noticed a suspicious vehicle near the Dollar General in Davisboro, and initiated a traffic stop.
Washington Prison Contraband

DAVISBORO, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A man and woman in Washington county face charges, accused of attempting to make an illegal drop at Washington State Prison on Saturday.

According to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, a deputy noticed a suspicious vehicle near the Dollar General in Davisboro, and initiated a traffic stop.

Drone Drop
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After further investigation, it was determined the driver, 31-year-old Hillary Jackson dropped off 35-year-old Jonathan Lodge to make a drop at the prison.

She was arrested during the stop. Deputies say they later found Lodge, a drone and contraband.

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