A Macon-Bibb code enforcement officer was arrested Monday after police say he took photos from a woman’s phone during a traffic stop.
What’s Happening: Sheriff’s officials say Christopher Tyler Willcox pulled over a driver on Hawkinsville Road on September 11. He took her phone to check her information, but police say he sent her photos to his own phone before giving it back.
Between the Lines: Code enforcement officers in Macon-Bibb have law enforcement powers, which means they can make traffic stops. Willcox used this authority to commit the crime, which is why he faces the serious charge of violating his oath of office.
Catch Up Quick: The woman discovered the shared photos after the traffic stop ended and reported it to police. The sheriff’s office spent 11 days investigating before making the arrest.
What It Means For You: If you were stopped by Christopher Tyler Willcox in recent weeks, you may want to check your phone for shared photos or contact the sheriff’s office.
The Sources: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office.
