Man arrested for domestic violence arson

By Joe Johnson

Timothy Elijah Barnes, 23, of Vintage Court, was arrested early in the morning of August 27th for burning his girlfriend’s belongings in their backyard during a domestic dispute.

Among the items that he burned in a metal tub were the woman’s wigs, a Michael Kors bag, and her mother’s obituary.

A camera belonging to the victim was missing from the home.

Barnes was arrested for third-degree arson and theft by taking, and was released from jail the following day after posting a $1,300 bond.

He is barred from returning to the Vintage Court residence.

Anyone who is in an abusive relationship can seek advice and support services by calling Project Safe's 24-hour hotline at (706) 543-3331, or by visiting http://www.project-safe.org