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The following was taken from a press release distributed by the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office on June 26, 2024:
COLUMBIA COUNTY, Ga. – On 02/29/2024, Road Patrol and CID responded to [REDACTED] Jordan Drive in Appling in reference to the death of a thirteen month old baby. On 05/14/2024, the GBI Toxicology report came back and showed that the infant had illegal narcotics in its system (Fentanyl and Xylazine).
The GBI Toxicologist and Medical Examiner, both, stated the amount was more than enough to kill the infant and was the cause of death. At that time, the investigation continued into the residence and occupants.
It was determined that Deangela Belton was the tenant and her niece, Mitra Ellzey was residing with her. After several interviews and search warrants, it was determined that Belton and Ellzey were both responsible for the illegal narcotics inside the residence.
The evidence was presented to the District Attorney’s Office and the decision was made to secure a warrant for Murder in the Second Degree for Deangela Belton and Mitra Ellzey. Belton is currently in custody on other charges and Ellzey has been taken into custody for this warrant.