Ray City Man Charged With Rape, Child Molestation and Drug Distribution; Woman Also Arrested in Berrien County Investigation
BERRIEN COUNTY, Ga. – The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) has arrested two Ray City residents following an investigation into allegations of sexual abuse involving a child in Berrien County.
Kenneth Duane Brewer, 57, and Kelley Brewer, 43, were arrested October 15, 2026, and booked into the Berrien County Jail.
Kenneth Brewer faces seven criminal charges, including rape, aggravated sodomy, child molestation and distribution of a controlled substance. Kelley Brewer faces one charge of second-degree cruelty to children.
The GBI announced the arrests on October 16.
Investigation Began Following Child Abuse Allegations
According to the GBI, the investigation began October 7, 2026, when the Berrien County Sheriff’s Office requested assistance investigating allegations that Kenneth Brewer had inappropriate sexual contact with a child.
GBI agents subsequently investigated the allegations, leading to criminal charges against both individuals.
The agency has not disclosed the child’s age, the circumstances surrounding the alleged abuse or the relationship between the suspects and the victim.
Authorities also have not explained the specific conduct underlying the charge against Kelley Brewer.
Kenneth Brewer Faces Seven Criminal Charges
Following the investigation, Kenneth Brewer was charged with:
- Two counts of child molestation
- One count of grooming of a minor
- One count of rape
- One count of aggravated sodomy
- One count of improper sexual contact by an employee, agent, foster parent or person in a position of trust
- One count of distribution of a controlled substance
The improper sexual contact charge involves a Georgia law addressing certain sexual conduct by individuals occupying positions of authority or trust.
However, the GBI has not specified what position Kenneth Brewer allegedly held in relation to the child.
Investigators also have not identified the controlled substance involved in the distribution charge or explained how that allegation relates to the broader investigation.
Kelley Brewer Charged With Cruelty to Children
Kelley Brewer, 43, was arrested during the same investigation.
She faces one count of second-degree cruelty to children.
Under Georgia law, second-degree cruelty to children generally involves causing a child cruel or excessive physical or mental pain through criminal negligence.
The GBI did not provide additional details about the allegations supporting Kelley Brewer’s charge.
GBI and Two Sheriff’s Offices Coordinate Arrests
Both suspects were arrested October 15, eight days after the Berrien County Sheriff’s Office requested the GBI investigation.
The Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office assisted authorities in locating and arresting the two individuals.
Following their arrests, Kenneth and Kelley Brewer were transported to the Berrien County Jail.
The GBI did not provide information about bond amounts, court appearances or whether either suspect had been released from custody.
Investigation Ongoing, Additional Information Sought
The GBI said the investigation remains active.
Once investigators complete their work, the case file will be submitted to the Alapaha Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office for prosecution.
Authorities are asking anyone with information about the case to contact law enforcement.
Tips can be provided to:
- Berrien County Sheriff’s Office: 229-686-7071
- GBI Regional Investigative Office in Douglas: 912-389-4103
