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Man pleas guilty to child molestation

HARALSON COUNTY, Ga. – On June 7, 2024, Jonathon David Swanger, a 37-year-old W/M out of Buchanan, pled guilty to two counts of Child Molestation in the Superior Court of Haralson County. Swanger, who has been in custody since August 18, 2022, entered his plea as part of an ongoing legal process.

The court has sentenced Swanger to a total of 40 years, with the first 19 years to be served in custody. This sentence reflects the severity of the charges and the commitment of Haralson County law enforcement and judicial systems to protecting the community and ensuring justice for victims.

“The safety of our children is paramount, and our law enforcement officers are at the forefront of this mission” states Sheriff Williams. “I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Sgt. Jason Bowman and Assistant District Attorney Sara Japour for their tireless efforts in this case. Their dedication and hard work have been instrumental in obtaining this conviction and making Haralson County a safer place for all of us.”

Emma Dunn

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