Troup County Man Booked on Two Counts of Rape Involving Victims Under 16

TROUP COUNTY, GA — A 45-year-old Hogansville man is in custody following a specialized investigation into the sexual assault of two minors. Jake Sweatt was arrested on Friday, April 10, 2026, and faces two counts of Rape stemming from incidents that occurred several years apart.

The case was led by the Troup County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division, which initially focused on a reported assault of a 10-year-old female that took place years ago.

Secondary Victim Comes Forward

As investigators delved into the details of the initial report, a second victim came forward with additional allegations against Sweatt. Authorities confirmed that both victims were under the age of 16 at the time the crimes were committed.

The successful identification of a second victim allowed the Sheriff’s Office to secure multiple warrants, leading to Sweatt’s apprehension without incident.

Call for Additional Information

While an arrest has been made, the investigation remains active as detectives work to establish a full timeline of Sweatt’s activities. The Troup County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public to assist in identifying any other potential victims or providing information relevant to the current charges.

If you have information regarding these cases, please contact Investigator Sara Zumwalde at the Troup County Sheriff’s Office at (706) 883-1616