JEFFERSONVILLE , Ga. — A Pierce County man is facing a series of charges following his arrest Tuesday by the Twiggs County Sheriff’s Office.
Jerry Jason Weathersby, 5foot-9, 250 lbs., age unknown, of Blackshear was taken into custody April 22 and charged with Criminal Attempt to Commit a Felony, Sexual Exploitation of Children, Enticing a Child for Indecent Purposes and seven counts of Distributing Obscene Materials.
Weathersby has been denied bond, according to the Twiggs County Sheriff’s Office Jail page.
The Waycross Journal-Herald’s attempts to receive a report of Weathersby’s arrest were unsuccessful as was a mug shot request form sent to the records clerk with the sheriff’s department.
Concept 99 Group, owners of Jerry J’s, released a statement Friday, April 25 at 8:19 a.m., via social media concerning the matter.
“At Jerry J’s, our commitment has always been to serve our guests with integrity, warmth and unwavering quality. A serious situation involving the now former operator of the South GA Parkway location has recently come to light.
“While we are unable to comment further on the details out of respect for ongoing proceedings, we want our community to know that this location is now under full corporate management.
“Our leadership team is actively overseeing all operations to ensure that our high standards of service, cleanliness and food quality are upheld — every single day.
“We remain dedicated to earning your trust and loyalty, and we sincerely appreciate the continued support of the Waycross community.”
