Winters, five others arrested as part of ‘Camp 145’ fundraiser

Pictured above: Today’s arrest of one of Coweta’s Most Wanted – John Winters, publisher of The Paper and The Coweta Shopper – is recorded in photos. (Photos from Robyn Schwob)

From Staff Reports

Coweta’s Most Wanted returned full speed ahead this morning in downtown Newnan.

This fundraiser by the Coweta County Sheriff’s Office is to raise monies for “Camp 145,” is named in honor of Investigator Eric Minix (badge number 145), who was tragically killed in the line of duty on January 4, 2024.

Coweta County Sheriff Lenn Wood personally arrested John Winters, publisher of The Paper and The Coweta Shopper, at his downtown Newnan office on Perry Street. Winters was among five others on the Most Wanted List. These people aren’t criminals, but rather local business leaders and individuals who have agreed to be part of a unique fundraiser to benefit the Coweta Community Foundation’s Coweta Co. Sheriff’s Office Fund (CCSOF). The others include Dan Judy, Doug Patterson, Jason Kanner, Tim Stout and Stan Brown.

All six were arrested this morning. Bail money to bust out the Most Wanted fugitives will be used to fund Camp 145, a two-part adventure, that will be a thrilling and educational experience for local children.

Use this QR Code to help “bail out” Coweta’s Most Wanted.

The first week of camp in June of 2026 will be dedicated to 8- and 9-year-olds, followed by a week for 10-year-olds. Each camp will be packed with engaging activities and events, ensuring a summer they will remember. The kids will learn about various aspects of law enforcement and visit Coweta County Fire Station 1 to meet firefighters and see the trucks and tools they use to save lives. They will also tour Coweta County E-911 and learn when and why to call 911 in an emergency.

Once at the jail, the five were “arraigned” and had their mugshots taken. Each person must raise $2,500 in “bail,” with all proceeds directly benefiting the Coweta Community Foundation’s Coweta Co. Sheriff’s Office Fund, which helps fund Camp 145.

Join us in supporting a worthy cause and positively impacting our community.

Your contribution can help ensure that every child has the opportunity to create lasting memories at Camp 145 while fostering relationships with local law enforcement. Together, let’s make a difference.

Visit www.cowetafoundation.org for more information on how you can get involved.