Troup County authorities locate escaped inmate

Troup County authorities say Jeffery Michael Johnson is back in custody.
Troup County authorities say Jeffery Michael Johnson is back in custody.(Source: LaGrange Police Department)
Published: Jul. 11, 2022 at 10:43 AM EDT|Updated: Jul. 13, 2022 at 1:11 PM EDT
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LAGRANGE, Ga. (WTVM) - The Troup County Sheriff’s Office has captured an escaped inmate.

In addition to the escape charge, Jeffery Michael Johnson, 22, was wanted for felony probation violation, felony fleeing, attempt to elude, reckless driving and driving while unlicensed.

His Wednesday arrest comes two days after authorities sought the public’s help in finding him. Johnson is back in custody at the Troup County Jail.

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