9 sex offenders in custody, 4 remain wanted following Bulloch County compliance checks

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The Bulloch County Sheriff’s Office has apprehended nine people and is still looking for four others after random compliance checks on registered sex offenders over the past 12 months.

Compliance checks

Investigators said they conducted checks throughout Bulloch County, meant to ensure registered sex offenders follow state laws, registration requirements, restrictions and special conditions imposed on them.

During the checks, investigators identified multiple people who were in violation of their required conditions.

Sheriff’s statement

Sheriff Noel Brown said violations of sex offender registration requirements and restrictions will not be tolerated in Bulloch County.

“Let me be perfectly clear: The Bulloch County Sheriff’s Office will not tolerate sex offenders who knowingly disregard the laws and special conditions placed upon them,” Brown said. “These requirements are not optional, and individuals who choose to violate them will be held accountable. Our responsibility is to protect Bulloch County’s citizens, especially our children and other vulnerable members of our community. We will continue to aggressively investigate violations and pursue those who fail to comply.”

Brown said the safety of citizens remains a top priority. He said any violation of Georgia’s sex offender laws will be taken seriously, investigated and enforced to the fullest extent of the law.

Wanted individuals

Four people are still wanted in connection with the compliance investigations. Anyone with information about their whereabouts can contact the Bulloch County Sheriff’s Office at 912-764-8888.

The Sheriff’s Office said citizens should not try to approach or apprehend the individuals.

The Sheriff’s Office said investigators will continue conducting random compliance checks and investigating violations.