Columbus Police Make 28 Arrests in Major Property Crime Sweep

The Columbus Police Department has announced a significant crackdown on property crimes across Muscogee County, Georgia, with 28 individuals arrested in September 2025 on a combined 220 charges. The arrests stem from a variety of criminal activity, including auto break-ins, car thefts, burglaries, stolen firearms, shoplifting, fraud, and other property-related offenses.

Some suspects were linked to dozens of cases individually, demonstrating the breadth of criminal activity targeted in the operation. The Property Crimes Unit continues to focus on protecting Columbus neighborhoods and businesses from those whose actions directly threaten public safety and quality of life.

Arrests for September 2025 include:

Caleb Lang – Entering Auto x46, Theft by Taking Motor Vehicle x4, Financial Transaction Card Theft x4, Financial Transaction Card Fraud
Addison (Mickens) Weaver – Entering Auto x36, Theft by Taking Motor Vehicle x5, Financial Transaction Card Theft
Zakyrion Walton – Entering Auto x16
Alaya Saulsby – Hindering Apprehension of a Criminal, Obstruction (Misdemeanor)
Martin Fernandez – Theft by Receiving Stolen Property, False Statements and Writings
Kelvin King – Financial Transaction Card Theft x7, Financial Transaction Card Fraud x9, Criminal Trespass (Misdemeanor) x4, Theft by Taking (Misdemeanor) x3, Violation of Probation x3
Patrick Drye – Theft by Shoplifting
Navaris Johnson – Entering Auto x5, Theft by Taking Motor Vehicle, Theft by Taking Firearm
Shandra Gibson – False Statements and Writings
Brandon Dicks – Theft by Taking Firearm
Brandon Carter – Theft by Taking
Jordan Massey – Financial Transaction Card Theft x2, Financial Transaction Card Fraud x2
Tyrese Galloway – Theft by Receiving Firearm
Yasmine Peralta – Theft by Receiving Firearm
Deshaun Peralta – Financial Transaction Card Theft x12, Financial Transaction Card Fraud x7, Theft by Receiving Firearm, Exploitation of an Elderly Person x6, Possession of Marijuana with Intent
Louis Vallee – Burglary 1st Degree x2, Theft by Taking Motor Vehicle x2, Entering Auto x2, Theft by Taking (Misdemeanor) x2, Criminal Damage to Property 2nd Degree
Joshua Mainor – Theft by Taking Motor Vehicle x2, Entering Auto x2, Theft by Taking, Criminal Damage to Property 2nd Degree
Miriah Williams – Burglary 2nd Degree, Criminal Damage to Property 2nd Degree
Latosha Collier – Theft by Shoplifting, Theft by Shoplifting (Misdemeanor)
Dakaeden Williams – Theft by Taking Motor Vehicle
Kenneth Clark – Burglary 2nd Degree
Jonathan Wagoner – Burglary 2nd Degree
Roy Reach – Burglary 2nd Degree
Deshawn Roberts – Identity Fraud
Juveniles (4 total) – Burglary 2nd Degree (1 each), Theft by Taking (Misdemeanor) (1 each)

All charges are felony charges unless otherwise noted. Juvenile photographs are not released.

These arrests highlight both organized theft operations and opportunistic crimes, ranging from large-scale auto break-ins to fraud schemes targeting vulnerable populations. Authorities stress that the investigation remains ongoing and encourage community members to remain alert.

The Columbus Police Department emphasized the importance of securing vehicles, safeguarding personal property, and reporting suspicious activity to help prevent future crimes. Officers continue to investigate the broader impact of these criminal networks and are committed to holding offenders accountable.

The Property Crimes Unit’s efforts underscore a proactive approach to crime prevention, aiming to disrupt criminal activity before it escalates while enhancing the safety and quality of life in Columbus communities. Residents are reminded that vigilance, community cooperation, and prompt reporting of suspicious behavior remain key tools in deterring property crime.

For those with information regarding ongoing property crime investigations, the Columbus Police Department encourages contacting local law enforcement or Crime Stoppers to assist in ongoing efforts.