09/08/2026
FULTON COUNTY POLICE SAFELY RECOVER 8-WEEK-OLD INFANT FOLLOWING DOMESTIC INCIDENT
On Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at approximately 12:30 p.m., Fulton County Police officers responded to the Fulton County Elections Hub, located at 5600 Campbellton Fairburn Road, regarding a physical altercation in progress.
Upon arrival, officers made contact with Fulton County employee, who reported that she had been physically assaulted by the father of her 8-week-old child, identified as Richard Benton. Following the altercation, Benton left the location with the infant.
Fulton County Police Sgt. Jonathan Lyons learned that Benton was also in possession of the victimโs cellular phone and was able to establish direct contact with him. Sgt. Lyons emphasized that the immediate priority was the safety and well-being of the infant and successfully negotiated Bentonโs cooperation and surrender.
During the conversation, Benton advised that he was traveling on the highway. Sgt. Lyons directed him to safely pull over and remain at his location. Benton subsequently advised that he was at the College Park MARTA station and agreed to wait for responding officers.
Fulton County Police officers immediately responded to the location, where they located Benton and the infant. Benton was taken into custody without incident, and the 8-week-old child was safely recovered and reunited with his mother.
The investigation remains active, and criminal charges are pending.
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please seek help. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.