Today, officers from the LaGrange Police Department responded to LaGrange College, located at 601 Broad Street, regarding a person with a gun. While en route to the location, Officers were advised that a security officer on scene was able to wrestle the gun away from the offender, Coy Donaldson. Donaldson fled the scene on foot but was apprehended by the LaGrange Police Department without incident.
While investigating this incident, it was discovered that Donaldson had completed an armed robbery the day prior and was a student at the college living on campus. Donaldson was taken into custody and charged with the offense of armed robbery.
This investigation remains active and ongoing. Anyone with information about this investigation is encouraged to contact Detective K. Scott at 706-883-2620.
Individuals who wish to remain anonymous can submit tips through the Tip411 system. This can be done via the mobile application, through the online portal, or by texting the keyword LAGRANGE to 847411. These channels are designed to ensure the public can share critical information confidentially and securely.
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