Overview
- The GBI says deputies arrested Woodrow "Peewee" Burkhalter and his wife Angela in Atkinson County and booked them into the county jail.
- Woodrow faces 28 counts of theft by taking and 28 counts of theft by conversion, and Angela is charged as a party to both crimes.
- Investigators allege they misappropriated over $30,000 from the Atkinson County Christmas Fund, which buys gifts for children in need.
- The probe began in January after the sheriff's office asked for help, and the GBI says the alleged taking ran from November 2019 through January 2026.
- The investigation remains active with tips requested at 912-389-4103 or 1-800-597-8477, and the case will go to the Alapaha district attorney when complete.