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DOUGHERTY COUNTY, Ga. (WALB) - The Dougherty County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) is asking the public for assistance in locating a wanted individual.

Demetrius Maurice Smith, 42, is wanted for alleged rape and aggravated assault.

According to DCSO, Smith is 5’11” and weighs around 141 pounds.

If you have any information, you are encouraged to call the sheriff’s office at (229) 302-3607.

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