Lee County man arrested on domestic-related shooting incident
LEESBURG, Ga. – On August 26, 2025, at approximately 7:45 p.m., deputies responded to the area of Crow Drive and Glendale Road regarding reports of shots fired. The Lee County Sheriff’s Office Uniform Patrol Division and Criminal Investigations Division determined that a shooting did occur in the 100 block of Crow Drive, related to a domestic disturbance at a residence. Thankfully, no one was injured. The names of the victims are being withheld at this time as the investigation continues.
Benny Lee Lamar, Jr., of Lee County, was identified as the suspect. Deputies determined that he fled the scene in his vehicle prior to their arrival.
Arrest warrants were issued for Lamar, Jr. for the following charges:
• Aggravated Assault – O.C.G.A. 16-5-21
• Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon – O.C.G.A. 16-11-131
• Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony – O.C.G.A. 16-11-106
• Reckless Conduct – O.C.G.A. 16-5-60
• Criminal Trespass – O.C.G.A. 16-7-21
On August 27, 2025, at approximately 9:50 a.m., LCSO deputies tracked Lamar, Jr.’s vehicle using the Flock system and his vehicle was observed entering Crisp County on GA Hwy 300. This information was relayed to the Crisp County Sheriff’s Office, who quickly located the vehicle and took Lamar, Jr. into custody following a traffic stop. He was transported to the Crisp County Jail to await transfer back to Lee County to answer for his charges.
“Unfortunately, Lee County is not immune to the type of reckless and criminal behavior that occurred in this incident. While we are grateful that shootings are rare, let us be very clear: this WILL NOT be tolerated in Lee County. Criminal acts involving firearms will be dealt with swiftly, and we will pursue maximum accountability for violators. If you are a convicted felon and still choose to possess a firearm, Lee County is not the place for you. This is a non-negotiable, go to jail every time kind of thing. Furthermore, in some cases, we may seek federal prosecution for felons in possession of firearms.”
“As always, we encourage anyone engaged in criminal activity to stay out or get out of Lee County.”
“We would like to thank our friends with the Crisp County Sheriff’s Office for their quick response and assistance in apprehending this suspect. There is nothing better than having good neighbors.” – Lee County Sheriff’s Office
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