Local Law Enforcement On the Lookout for Fat Man in Red Suit

Lavonia Police along with all Franklin County and Hart County law enforcement are asking the public, mainly children, to be on the lookout for a male subject expected to be in the area Sunday night.

He is described as large and jolly with white hair, rosy cheeks, and a long white beard, wearing a red suit and red cap.

911 Dispatch reports the Subject has many names, Kris Kringle AKA Santa Claus AKA Saint Nick.

The subject may be flying from rooftop to rooftop leaving toys behind.

If this subject is located DO NOT DETAIN OR APPREHEND!

Rather assist him in spreading goodwill and cheer to all boys and girls in Franklin, Hart, and surrounding counties.

Franklin County Sheriff Steve Thomas, Hart County Sheriff Mike Cleveland, and Police Chiefs from the Hartwell, Lavonia, Royston, Canon, and Franklin Springs Police Departments wish you all a Merry Christmas and a safe and happy New Year.