John Michael Karrels

📍 Location

📝 Description

Latest information indicates that John Michael Karrels, a University of West Georgia–Newnan student, was arrested on October 1, 2025, on the UWG-Newnan campus after investigators with the Coweta County Sheriff's Office Internet Crimes Against Children Unit received a tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children regarding alleged child sexual exploitation material. Some reports state he was 17 at the time of arrest and has since turned 18, while other sources list him as 18. He faces charges of Child Sexual Exploitation and Furnishing Obscene Materials to Minors; the case status is Awaiting Indictment. There is no confirmed missing person status in current credible reporting; the available information pertains to an arrest related to online material involving a minor.

🔍 Circumstances

The arrest occurred on the University of West Georgia–Newnan campus with assistance from UWG Police. Body camera footage shows deputies leading him to a patrol car. The investigation began after an ICAC/NCMEC cybertip about a particularly disturbing video involving a minor.

👤 Physical Description

Unknown

ℹ️ Additional Details

Arrest information and charges provided by Coweta County Sheriff's Office; further case details not released publicly due to ongoing investigation.

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