Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office
On 1.3.24 I filed the following complaint with the AG You can file an open records complaint here
Attorney General of Georgia
Office of the Attorney General
40 Capitol Square SW
Atlanta, GA 30334
Dear Attorney General Chris Carr and Kristen Settlemire,
I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention a matter of great concern regarding the Open Records Custodian at the Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office, Ms. Ramonda Holmes. I believe her conduct in handling my records request raises serious questions about transparency and adherence to the law.
On December 21, 2023, I submitted a request for records pertaining to Ariel Latrelle Williams, a former police officer who was terminated and decertified by the Georgia POST Council on July 30, 2022. Specifically, I sought information related to her service photo, disciplinary record, public complaint file, Garrity warnings, any inmate complaints, and any audio or video interviews pertaining to Ms. Williams.
In response to my initial request, Ms. Holmes stated on December 22, 2023, that no records were found responsive to my inquiry. However, upon providing evidence of Ms. Williams’ employment, including her POST certification and phone call records, Ms. Holmes reluctantly furnished a single image while still withholding crucial files I had requested.
Moreover, when I submitted an amended request on December 22, 2023, seeking additional records, Ms. Holmes once again claimed that no responsive records were found. This inconsistent and evasive behavior is troubling, as it implies an unwillingness to fully comply with the Open Records Act.
Despite my persistent efforts, Ms. Holmes continued to provide incomplete and inadequate responses. On January 2, 2024, she admitted to having misunderstood my initial request and claimed she could not locate any images or Garrity warnings. However, she did acknowledge providing Ms. Williams’ service photo.
This pattern of behavior raises serious concerns about the transparency and integrity of the Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office in fulfilling its obligations under the Open Records Act. I have recently submitted a new request on January 3, 2024, seeking Ms. Williams’ service photo, disciplinary record, public complaint file, and all Garrity warnings she may have signed or acknowledged.
In light of these circumstances, I respectfully request that the Attorney General’s office initiate an investigation into Ms. Ramonda Holmes’ handling of open records requests at the Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office. It is crucial to ensure that the office adheres to the letter and spirit of the law, providing citizens with the information to which they are entitled.
I appreciate your attention to this matter and trust that your office will take the necessary steps to address any discrepancies in the open records process at the Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
SERVICE PHOTO FROM LOWNDES COUNTY
1.3.24 UPDATE. THE ENTIRE EMAIL CHAIN FILLED WITH DISHONESTY
Fired and decertified / Involvement with inmates
26 years old in 2023
Ariel Williams Facebook https://www.facebook.com/abbeytonya57
LCSO Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lowndescountyga/
Email chain
Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office is playing games! Next level time!
Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office
Briefcase Folder: Ariel Williams Jail phone calls / Lowndes County – GA / Inmate Darshay March currently serving time at Wilcox CI.
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