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We proudly welcome Assistant District Attorney Elizabeth Arbatowicz to our office. Elizabeth was recently sworn in by the Honorable Scott L. Ballard. Elizabeth joins us after serving in the Henry County Solicitor General’s Office. Prior to her time with the Solicitor’s Office, Elizabeth served as a felony prosecutor in the Bibb County District Attorney’s Office. We are also thrilled to welcome Assistant District Attorney Heather Tucker to our office. Heather was sworn in recently by the Honorable Rhonda B. Kreuziger. She joins our office after serving many years in Fulton County State Court. Welcome both of you to our team!
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Press Release
For Immediate Release On June 2nd, 2026, the State called the case of The State of Georgia v. Jefferson Thurmond to trial in front of the Honorable Scott L. Ballard. The State was represented by Administrative Chief Assistant District Attorney Monique Harris. The case was investigated by Detective Anna Lieff of the Peachtree City Police Department. Prior to the jury being questioned and selected, Thurmond entered a guilty plea to two counts of Child Molestation and one count of Sexual Exploitation of a Child and was sentenced to 60 years to serve 40 years in custody with the balance on probation. Had this case proceeded with trial, the State was prepared to present evidence showing that the victim in this case reported that about 10 years ago, while she was a minor, she was sexually assaulted by the Defendant, her mother’s boyfriend at the time. These acts occurred while at her home in Peachtree City, GA and again at a home in Coweta County, GA. The victim was motivated to come forward after finding out the Defendant had recently started sharing a room with his minor granddaughter, which caused her concern for the safety of that child. A few weeks ago, prior to the plea in Fayette County, the Defendant was found guilty by a Coweta County jury for the acts he committed there against this victim and other minors. The State was prepared to present evidence of those crimes in the trial here in Fayette County. While the defense requested that the State not proceed with the Fayette County charges, given his conviction and sentence in Coweta County, it was important to the State and victims that he be held accountable for each of his actions and the years of abuse he inflicted upon the victim here as well. Acting District Attorney David Studdard said after sentencing, “I am very proud of my office for their dedication to victims of these horrific crimes. I am equally proud of the victim in this case, a very courageous young woman who was brave enough to come forward and ensured that this predator met with justice.” We are pleased to have Jacob Hunt return to our office for his third summer as a law student intern. Jacob assists in the office and courtroom under the Georgia Law School Public Prosecutor's Act and is assigned to our Appeals Division. Our office is committed to inspiring and teaching the next generation of attorneys. If you are a law student interested in interning in one of our offices, submit your resume to HR Director Hannah Kennedy at: [email protected]  As we conclude Police Week, I am reminded of the service and sacrifice of our Law Enforcement officers. As a retired Police Officer, I'm intimately familiar with what it takes to do the job of a law enforcement officer. Long hours spent away from family, heartbreaking calls, and dangerous situations day in and day out. I am grateful every single day for them and the difficult job they do. Salute a hero today. Thank you to all of our Police Officers, Deputy Sheriffs, Georgia State Troopers, GBI Agents, Probation Officers, Marshals and all of our Federal Agencies. And remember all who made the ultimate sacrifice. David Studdard Acting District Attorney |
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