Austell neighbors report threatening texts; no arrests
Austell police investigated threatening text messages between two 66-year-old neighbors on March 29; officials found no immediate threat and made no arrests.
On March 29, 2026 at about 11:45 a.m., Austell Police responded to a dispute at 2535 Washington Street Ext SW after a 66-year-old woman reported receiving threatening text messages from a neighbor. Officers reviewed the messages and determined they did not constitute a direct or immediate threat; no physical altercation or injuries were reported. The other 66-year-old neighbor denied making threats, agreed to avoid further contact, and both parties were advised to cease contact and call police if the situation escalates; no arrests were made.