🌱 Fulton Co. Jail Inmate Digs Hole To Attack Other Inmate + Burglary

Hello, friends. Rose Mendez here with your Monday edition of the Johns Creek Patch newsletter. Keep reading to find out everything you need to know about what's happening in town.

But first, today's weather:

An afternoon thunderstorm. High: 77 Low: 62.

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Here are the top three stories in Johns Creek today:

1. The Fulton County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a Fulton County jail inmate allegedly dug a hole through a wall to attack another inmate. According to investigators, Rice Street inmate Kavian Thomas was accused of "digging a hole through a shower wall which gave him access to the adjacent cell block where Derondney Russell was attacked” on Wednesday, May 17. As of May 21, Russell is at a medical facility getting treatment for multiple stab wounds to his upper body. Some of the weapons found after the attack included shanks made from parts of the jail's “dilapidated building structure.” Interim Fulton County Jail commander Curtis Clark said, "This jail has clearly outlived its useful life." (Atlanta News First)
2. On May 7, Johns Creek Police were called to an in-progress home burglary on Bedford Garden Drive. When police arrived, the homeowner’s son and his girlfriend were hiding in a locked bedroom, and the suspects were running through the woods. The officers heard the suspects open and close their car doors and sped away. As of May 20, the suspects have not been arrested, and the investigation is ongoing. (Appen Media)
3. Myles Hinton, a native of Johns Creek, entered the college transfer portal after playing football for Stanford University on a full scholarship for three years. The University of Michigan offered Hinton a scholarship, which he accepted and joined the Big Ten Conference. But according to NCAA statistics, Hinton was one of the lucky ones. Between August 2021 and July 2022, statistics show that more than 20,900 Division I student-athletes entered the transfer portal, but only about 12,000 made it to another college. (NPR)

Today in Johns Creek:

• Free Outdoor Fitness - Yoga At Mark Burkhalter Amphitheater (6:00 PM)
• Open Mic Hosted by Ben Wade At Adobo Taqueria and Tequila Bar (6:00 PM)
• French Conversation Group At Ocee Library (6:30 PM)
• Energy Yoga At Ocee Library (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Secret Gardens of the Johns Creek Community tour on May 6 was a success! Johns Creek Beautification hosted the tour, which included 31 musicians and artists, six private home gardens, and a visit to the Autrey Mill Nature Preserve. (Appen Media)
• Johns Creek’s economic development strategy includes working with "a variety of regional, state, and national partners to continue enhancing Johns Creek’s position as a health, wellness, and innovation leader." Economic Development Director Randall Toussiant and Mayor John Bradberry have recently partnered with Atlanta regional leaders, the Koka Booth Amphitheater in North Carolina, and leaders from across North Fulton. Click here to learn more about Johns Creek's Economic Development initiatives. (City of Johns Creek, Georgia - Government via Facebook)
• Whether looking for a new home or not, it's always good to stay up-to-date on the local real estate market! Check out new properties and homes for sale in the Johns Creek area, including a three-bedroom home in Suwanee for $325,000. (Johns Creek Patch)

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— Rose Mendez

About me: Rose Mendez is a freelance writer. She is studying English Literature at Hunter College. She loves reading, walking around the city, and coffee!