The following was taken from a press release distributed by the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office on April 15, 2024:
GWINNETT COUNTY, Ga. – The Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office Fugitive Unit is tasked with locating and arresting the most serious and violent offenders. They used their skills in locating and apprehending two wanted individuals, Anthony Lovett and Anderson Fountain in January 2024.
On January 8, Fugitive investigators successfully apprehended Anthony Lovett, who was wanted for Aggravated Assault in Gwinnett County. With the collaborative efforts of the Lagrange Police Department, Anthony Lovett, a football player at Lagrange College, was located and taken into custody.
In another commendable operation, Fugitive investigators and crime analysts were assigned the task of locating Anderson Fountain on January 12. Warrants for Aggravated Child Molestation, Aggravated Sodomy and Cruelty to Children in the 1st Degree were taken out by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI).
On January 31, Fountain was apprehended following intensive surveillance and descriptive information obtained on his vehicle. He was located during a traffic stop between Sugarloaf Parkway and New Hope Road and was driving a blue F-150 pick-up truck registered in his name.
The Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office applauds the unwavering dedication and professionalism of its Fugitive and K-9 Units in prioritizing the safety and security of the community through meticulous research, thorough investigations, and diligent efforts. We extend our appreciation to members of the Lagrange Police Department and the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI).