Paulding County Sheriff’s Office

Sheriff Ashley Henson is excited to launch C.H.A.M.P.S. (Choosing Healthy Activities and Methods Promoting Safety), our new student education program as part of the Georgia Sheriffs' Association that will replace D.A.R.E.

C.H.A.M.P.S. teaches real-life skills like making good choices, handling stress, preventing bullying, staying safe at home, and learning that every choice has a consequence. But we’re not keeping C.H.A.M.P.S. just inside the school. Our deputies have already hit the ground running this summer, partnering with camps, daycares, churches, and youth groups all across Paulding County. From kindness, teamwork, and respect for our youngest learners to 911 safety, stranger awareness, and personal responsibility for older students, C.H.A.M.P.S. grows right alongside our kids.

The best part? It gives our deputies the chance to build relationships with the next generation before they ever need us on their worst day. We're here to mentor, encourage, answer questions, hand out a few high-fives, and help our kids succeed.

Because investing in our community starts with investing in our kids.

On Juneteenth, we reflect on our nation's history and celebrate the freedoms that unite us.

We honor those who came before us and reaffirm our commitment to serving all members of our community with fairness, dignity, and respect.

Our team has been working around the clock to put these four people right where they belong. Many of you had questions last night after our post about the suspects involved in the shooting. We kept the information limited for one reason: we knew exactly what this crew was up to. The process worked, and tonight—less than 24 hours later—they are right where they need to be.

Deputies were called to the area near 107 Chamberlyn Lane in Hiram after reports that a person had been shot. When Deputies arrived, they located a young man who had been shot in the chest. Investigators believe the victim had been meeting with the individuals responsible in order to purchase a THC (ma*****na) v**e.

During that interaction, the suspects fired at the victim twice. The victim ran off before collapsing in the street, and when the Fire Department arrived, he was not breathing.

In the hours that followed, the Sheriff’s Office launched a large-scale response that included the Criminal Investigations Division, Crime Scene Investigators, Patrol Deputies, Warrants, Intelligence, Drug Task Force Agents and SWAT.

Investigators reviewed video from nearby residents, including Ring doorbell footage and Flock camera systems, which helped identify the truck that left the scene and led to the license plate information.

Early this morning, SWAT served a search warrant at the home associated with the vehicle.

As a result of that operation, three of the four individuals wanted in connection with the homicide were arrested. The fourth suspect was taken into custody later today.

The Sheriff’s Office extends its deepest condolences to the family of the young man who lost his life.



Suspects:

•Justin Mason Joseph 15 years old (charged as an adult)
•Monsour Darwish 17 years old
•Muhamad Rabeea Darwish 19 years old
•Mohammad Basem Khatib 20 years old

They are ALL being charged with the following:

* Felony Murder
* Malice Murder
* Aggravated Assault
* Aggravated Battery
* Tampering with Evidence
* Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Crime

Tonight, just after 7 o’clock, deputies responded to a shooting in the 100 block of Chamberlyn Lane.

Our detectives are actively investigating the scene. Please avoid the area.

If you have any information about this shooting, contact our office at 770-443-3047 or leave a tip via the Sheriff’s mobile app.

Wastin’ away at Veterans Park?

Come grab a cheeseburger in paradise from the Cops For Kids food truck during the Summer Concert Series THIS SATURDAY, June 20, put on by our awesome Paulding County Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs !

Every bite helps us make sure a child right here in Paulding County has a good Christmas this year.

Sons of Sailors, a Jimmy Buffett cover band, takes the stage at 8 PM. Activities open at 7 PM.

Veterans Park
240 Constitution Blvd, Dallas, GA 30132

Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and your island state of mind.

No pets or alcohol allowed.

Honoring 250 Years of America

You may notice something a little different on our deputies’ uniforms.

In honor of America’s upcoming 250th birthday, Paulding County Sheriff’s Office deputies are now authorized to wear a special Semiquincentennial Badge for the remainder of the year.

This commemorative badge honors the founding of our great nation, the freedoms we hold dear, and the generations of men and women who have served and sacrificed to protect them.

We are proud to wear this symbol as we celebrate the red, white, and blue while continuing to serve the citizens of Paulding County.

God bless America, and God bless Paulding County.

May kept us busy!

Deputies answered calls, checked neighborhoods, served warrants, made traffic stops, and helped folks who needed us.

Now that summer is here, let’s all make good choices. It’s hot, it’s muggy, and nobody needs extra drama in this Georgia humidity.

Have a good summer, y’all. Stay safe, drink water, and behave just enough.

Things are about to get wild at Veterans Park!

Join Paulding County Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs for a FREE showing of Zootopia 2 on Saturday, June 13.
Activities start at 7 PM, and the movie begins at sundown.

Our Cops For Kids food truck will be there selling hot dogs, hamburgers, nachos, popcorn, chips, and drinks.