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County awards $70,000 to child advocacy group
Roswell police arrest retired NFL player wanted for fraud
Center scrambles for other monetary assistance
By JON WILCOX jon@appenmedia.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The Forsyth County Commission approved funding for a nonprofit children’s advocacy center during its Aug. 26 meeting. Commissioners unanimously approved $70,000 to support the Child Advocacy Center of Forsyth County in Cumming. The nonprofit aims to protect children from abuse and assist with investigations. The center works directly with the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office on child abuse cases, Commissioner Todd Levent said. “This is very important work,” he said. The center coordinates a multidisciplinary team of law enforcement, child protective services,
prosecutors, medical professionals, mental health providers and victim advocates. Specialists conduct “developmentally appropriate,” nonleading interviews to gather information in a legally sound way. Advocates help families navigate the legal process, access resources and provide emotional support. Medical professionals conduct noninvasive exams to check for signs of abuse and ensure children’s well-being. The center also provides educational programs to help people recognize abuse and prevent it. Commissioner Kerry Hill questioned how the nonprofit expects to continue its mission in serving Forsyth County children and families.
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ROSWELL, Ga. — The Roswell Police Department announced the arrest Aug. 27 of Darryl Frank "Buster" Skrine Jr., on 18 charges related to an extensive financial fraud scheme. The Roswell Police Department says it began its investigation in July after a victim reported being financially exploited by Skrine. The former NFL cornerback and Decatur native played professionally for five teams from 2011-21, ending his career with the Tennessee Titans. The 36-year-old went to Etowah High School in Woodstock before the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. The Roswell Police Department said Skrine is also wanted out of Canada on similar charges. On the morning of Wednesday, Aug. 27, Roswell detectives served search and arrest warrants at a home associated with Skrine on Pine Grove Road. Officers said they arrested Skrine without incident and charged him with multiple counts of deposit account fraud, identity fraud, financial transaction card fraud, theft by taking and criminal attempt to commit theft. A May 2024 story from the Toronto Sun, “Retired NFL player accused of $100G cheque fraud in Durham now on the lam,” is the last reported news of his whereabouts. In addition to his charges through the City of Roswell, Skrine is a wanted fugitive from the Durham Regional Police Service in Canada.
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Katie Lamberson, executive director for the Child Advocacy Center of Forsyth County, discusses funding options with the Forsyth County Commission during an Aug. 26 meeting.
Career Expo set for Performing Arts Center SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. — As the busy fall hiring season gets underway, jobseekers have an opportunity Sept. 10 to connect directly with employers at the Sandy Springs Connects! Career Expo. The semi-annual career fair returns Wednesday, Sept. 10 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Sandy Springs Performing
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Arts Center at Mount Vernon Highway and Roswell Road (Ga. 9). The City of Sandy Springs, the Greater Perimeter Chamber of Commerce (GPC) and the Community Assistance Center’s (CAC) Career Center are partnering to host the free in-person event. The three-hour expo
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