GBI Arrests a Monroe, GA Man on Child Molestation Charges

Athens, GA (March 2, 2021) – On Monday, March 1, 2021, the GBI arrested Obadiah Lindsey, 26, of Monroe, on two counts of child molestation.

On Monday, February 22, 2021, the GBI Athens Office was contacted by the GBI Americus Office and notified that information had been discovered during a separate investigation that indicated that Lindsey had been having sexual contact with a juvenile in Athens-Clarke County.

GBI Region 11 initiated an investigation into Lindsey’s conduct and developed probable cause to obtain warrants for Lindsey’s arrest. Agents learned that Lindsey was employed with the grounds and facilities department at the University of Georgia as a maintenance worker. The UGA Police Department assisted with locating and arresting Lindsey without incident.

This investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information regarding this investigation may contact the Georgia Bureau of Investigation at (706) 552-2309. Tips can also be submitted by calling 1-800-597-TIPS(8477), online at https://gbi.georgia.gov/submit-tips-online, or by downloading the See Something, Send Something mobile app.