Categories: Featured Stories

GBI Arrests Hoschton Man and Woman for Aggravated Assault and Cruelty to Children

PRESS RELEASE – The GBI has arrested and charged Jackson County Emergency Management Agency Director Philip Bryan Bullock, age 50, of Hoschton, GA, with two counts of Aggravated Assault, two counts of Cruelty to Children in the first degree, and two counts of Cruelty to Children in the second degree. The GBI also arrested and charged Karee Whitlock Bullock, age 48, of Hoschton, GA, with two counts of Cruelty to Children in the second degree.

On July 21, 2021, the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office requested the GBI to assist with a sexual assault investigation involving Bryson Bullock, the son of Jackson County EMA Director Bryan Bullock. Bryson Bullock was later arrested for Rape and other felony charges. He was convicted of those charges in October 2025.

This ongoing and extensive investigation led to the arrests of Bryan and Karee Bullock. They were arrested on November 13, 2025, and booked into the Jackson County Jail without incident.

Once the investigation is complete, the case file will be given to the Piedmont Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office for prosecution.

Emma Dunn

Recent Posts

Suspected DUI Driver Charged After Fatal Motorcycle Crash in Dahlonega

DAHLONEGA, Ga. — A 50-year-old man has been charged in connection with a weekend crash…

6 days ago

Gilmer County Fire/Rescue Receives Grant for 67 Firefighter Bailout Kits

GILMER COUNTY, Ga. - Gilmer County Fire/Rescue has been selected as a 2026 grant recipient…

6 days ago

Lumpkin County Crews Battle Multi-Story Structure Fire

LUMPKIN COUNTY, Ga. — Emergency crews responded to a structure fire Oct. 22 after heavy…

7 days ago

Man Arrested After Fleeing Deputies in Pickens County

PICKENS COUNTY, Ga. — A man wanted on felony charges in other jurisdictions was arrested…

7 days ago

Juvenile arrested after foot chase in Jackson County

JACKSON COUNTY, Ga. - A male juvenile was arrested in Jackson County following a brief…

1 week ago

Hartwell man arrested after deputies say he fled traffic stop at speeds over 85 mph

HART COUNTY, Ga. - A Hartwell man was arrested after deputies say he led authorities…

1 week ago