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THOMAS COUNTY, Ga. (WALB) - A former law enforcement officer was arrested by the Thomas County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO), they announced on May 29.

TCSO said Carroll Lee Roberts, a 49-year-old, was charged with aggravated assault on a Peace Officer. The sheriff’s office said that Roberts pointed a shotgun at a Coolidge Police Officer.

Officials did not specify what law enforcement agency Roberts was formerly a member of.

TCSO’s announcement said Roberts was booked into the Thomas County Jail.

The sheriff’s office said they are investigating the incident. No further details were provided.

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