Muscogee County man arrested on felony terroristic threats charge, multiple firearms seized
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- Jonathan Beck arrested for felony terroristic threats against judge and attorneys; no bond granted, pleaded not guilty.
- Ten firearms seized during arrest; Sheriff's Office says investigation ongoing with potential additional charges pending.
UPDATE: Jonathan Beck went to court this morning via Zoom. Beck is charged with terroristic threats following making alleged threats to a circuit court judge and attorney(s). Beck was given no bond and the case is bound over to superior court. He has pled not guilty.
The Muscogee County Sheriff’s Office says a man wanted on a felony warrant was taken into custody Wednesday following a coordinated operation involving several specialized units.
According to the sheriff’s office, the Muscogee County Sheriff’s Office Collaborative Intelligence Group (CIG) and Special Operations Unit located and arrested Jonathan Beck on May 20, 2026. Beck was wanted for Felony Terroristic Threats.
Officials say the agency activated its Special Response Team (SRT) to assist with serving the felony warrant. Authorities said Beck was taken into custody without incident.
During the operation, deputies confiscated five rifles, one shotgun, and four handguns, according to the sheriff’s office.
Investigators say the case remains under investigation, and additional charges could be pending.
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