Press release
On January 30, Deputy Spencer Gray responded to a Fight in Progress call on the east side parking lot of the Henderson County Judicial Complex. Deputy Gray observed two men on the ground fighting. After detaining the two suspects, Gray observed two clear plastic bags containing a green leafy substance believed to be Marijuana, near the suspects.
The suspects were identified as Anthony DeWayne Chilton and Justin Durell Thomas. Both suspects were placed under arrest for Disorderly Conduct Fights with another in a Public Place (a misdemeanor C which carries a punishment range of maximum $500 and not more than six months in jail) and Possession of Marijuana (a misdemeanor B which carries a punishment range of $500 to $1,500 and not more than one year.)
Both suspects were transported to Henderson County Justice Center in Athens.