Man arrested in connection with Old Damascus Road theft investigation in Miller County

[UPDATE: 8/24/26 @12:26PM] MILLER COUNTY, Ga. (WALB) — A Miller County man has been arrested in connection with a theft reported on Old Damascus Road.

The Miller County Sheriff’s Office said arrest warrants were issued for Brandon Hayes Jr. of Damascus as part of the investigation.

Sheriff Garison Clenney announced Hayes’ arrest Sunday. He will be held in the Miller County Jail pending further court proceedings.

The investigation remains ongoing, and the sheriff’s office said additional arrests are expected.

Anyone with information related to the case or the whereabouts of other individuals involved is asked to contact their local law enforcement agency or the Miller County Sheriff’s Office.

The sheriff’s office thanked the community for its continued support and cooperation as investigators work to conclude the case.

[ORIGINAL: 8/22/26 @6:32PM] - The Miller County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an entering auto incident that occurred in Colquitt on Saturday, Aug. 22.

According to the sheriff’s office, the incident occurred on Old Damascus Road.

Residents in the Old Damascus Road and Early County Line Road areas are asked to check security camera footage from 12 a.m. to 4 a.m. for any suspicious vehicles or activity related to the investigation.

The sheriff’s office said anyone who recognizes any of the individuals involved or has information that may help identify the offenders should contact the Miller County Sheriff’s Office.

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