Towns County Sheriff’s Office Sees Success with Concentrated Patrols in Fight Against Drugs and Crime

HIAWASSEE, GA – The Towns County Sheriff’s Office is reporting success in curbing drug and criminal activity through concentrated patrols, strategically deployed based on crime analysis, citizen tips, investigations, past drug activity, and intelligence from informants. These patrols focus on specific areas, times, and locations identified as high-risk.

Using a combination of marked patrol vehicles and low-profile units, the Sheriff’s Office creates a strong presence that disrupts illegal activities. With limited resources in a small agency, Sheriff Ken Henderson emphasized the need for efficient use of personnel and tools to maximize impact and keep the community safe.

Henderson praised the initiative’s results and the dedication of his team in the ongoing fight against drugs, while noting that concentrated patrols are one of several strategies employed to maintain safety in Towns County.

The Sheriff’s Office remains committed to data-driven and community-supported efforts to combat crime.