GEORGIA (LOOTPRESS) – A 56-year-old Georgia man was arrested Tuesday after authorities said he threatened and fired shots at utility crews working to restore power following a winter storm in Rabun County, GA.
According to the Rabun County Sheriff’s Office, deputies received a call about a man threatening power crews in the area of Bluebird Lane and Old Highway 441 in Lakemont.
Authorities said the incident occurred as crews were restoring electricity in the area.
During a search, deputies took Bobby Allen Mashburn, 56, of Lakemont, into custody, the sheriff’s office said. Mashburn is charged with one count of reckless conduct, two counts of terroristic threats, and two counts of aggravated assault. Authorities also said a firearm was seized in connection with the incident.
Rabun County Sheriff Mark Gerrells said threats or acts of violence toward utility workers or others performing essential services will not be tolerated.
“These individuals are working to restore services and keep our community safe, and actions that place them in danger are taken very seriously,” Gerrells said.
