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Georgia Assistant Principal Arrested for Alleged Shoplifting

1/29/2026

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Courtney Janell Shaw, assistant principal at Free Home Elementary School in Georgia, was arrested on a felony charge after allegedly shoplifting nearly $1,000 from Walmart, with surveillance showing a stacking method at self-checkout.
The 47-year-old was released on a $4,875 bond.
Following the allegations, she was placed on administrative leave.
The school district said student and staff safety is a priority and that inappropriate conduct will not be tolerated.

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Courtney Janell Shaw, assistant principal at Free Home Elementary School in Georgia, was arrested on a felony charge after allegedly shoplifting nearly $1,000 from Walmart, with surveillance showing a stacking method at self-checkout.
The 47-year-old was released on a $4,875 bond.
Following the allegations, she was placed on administrative leave.
The school district said student and staff safety is a priority and that inappropriate conduct will not be tolerated.