Investigation Continues Into Carnesville Store Break-In

By MJ Kneiser, WLHR Radio, Lavonia

Franklin County Sheriff’s Office investigators continue their search for the suspect who broke into the Hasty Mart convenience store in Carnesville on New Year’s Eve.

According to Franklin County Sheriff Stevie Thomas, deputies were on the scene in less than a minute after the initial call came in.

However, Thomas said that when they arrived, they did not find any vehicles or the suspect.

Thomas said deputies set up a perimeter and searched for several hours for a suspect but did not find anyone.

He said several items were taken and the investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts and identity of the suspect into the break-in of the Hasty Mart convenience store in Carnesville is asked to contact 706-384-2525.

You do not have to give your name.