Published 11:19 am Tuesday, July 28, 2026 DAVISBORO, Ga. — Two men preparing to launch a drone with a large black plastic bag containing illegal drugs and other items believed destined for a state prison in Washington County were thwarted Friday night. Both men were subsequently arrested and charged with several crimes associated with attempting to smuggle more than 25 pounds of marijuana and more than 25 pounds of tobacco and other contraband into Washington State Prison near Davisboro. Washington County Sheriff Joel Cochran identified the suspects via a press release as Earl Eutsey III, 34, of Lithonia; and Teddrick Gholston, 43, of Macon. The two men were each charged with offenses involving Violation of the Georgia Controlled Substances Act for trafficking in methamphetamine, trafficking in marijuana possession with intent to distribute a Schedule II controlled substance and possession of a dangerous drug. The pair also were charged with trading with inmates, nine counts each of possession of items prohibited by inmates, one count each of conspiracy to commit a felony, two counts of possession of a gun or knife during the commission of certain crimes, possession of tools for the commission of certain crimes, drugs not kept in original container and possession of drug related objects. After the suspects were caught, they were taken to the Washington County Law Enforcement Center in Sandersville and jailed. Deputies with the Washington County Sheriff’s Office were alerted…
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