The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) has arrested Sergeant Reginald Lee New, 58, of the Jefferson Police Department, after he was accused of unlawfully disclosing sensitive information from the Georgia Crime Information Center (GCIC) to an unauthorized individual. New, a veteran law enforcement officer, was taken into custody without incident after an investigation led by the GBI.
The case began when the Jefferson Police Department requested assistance from the GBI to investigate an alleged leak of confidential data from the GCIC system. Authorities believe that New, who had access to the system, shared protected data with a city official who was not authorized to receive such information.
GCIC is a crucial law enforcement database that houses sensitive criminal justice and public safety data, and any unauthorized disclosure of this information can compromise ongoing investigations and violate privacy rights.
After completing their investigation, the GBI arrested Sergeant New and booked him into the Jackson County Jail. New now faces serious charges related to the unlawful dissemination of confidential data.
The Jefferson Police Department has emphasized the severity of this breach and is working with the GBI to ensure the integrity of the investigation is maintained. Authorities also encourage anyone with relevant information to come forward. Individuals can contact the Jefferson Police Department at 706-367-5231 or leave anonymous tips by calling 706-367-3784.
As this investigation continues, additional details may emerge, including possible repercussions for those involved in receiving the unauthorized information. The case serves as a reminder of the strict regulations surrounding access to sensitive law enforcement databases and the consequences of violating those protocols.
