2 Men Accused of Strangulation, Home Invasion in Washington
FRANKLIN COUNTY, GEORGIA, JUL 13 – Austin King and Joel Travis Smith face six felony charges after a violent home invasion and assault, with more arrests expected, Franklin County officials said.
- On the morning of July 13, Austin King and Joel Travis Smith were taken into custody in Franklin County, Georgia, in connection with a break-in and attack at a residence.
- Following a 911 call about a break-in and attack at a residence on Fairview Farms Circle, authorities arrested two men in connection with the incident.
- Authorities said the victim was strangled with a dog leash, kicked in the face, and was transported to Sacred Heart Hospital for treatment.
- King and Smith have been formally charged with several serious felonies, including first-degree burglary, robbery with a weapon, unlawful restraint, assault causing serious injury, aggravated battery, and home invasion, each with bail set at $250,000.
- The investigation remains ongoing, with officials expecting additional arrests and charges while commending the law enforcement response.
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