U.S. Army captain pleads guilty for theft at Fort Stewart
Share and Follow


SAVANNAH, Ga. () — An Army officer pleaded guilty to theft and sale of government property, with the total loss of his actions exceeding $150,000, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.

Jacob Suenkel, of Richmond Hill, Georgia, stole equipment at Fort Stewart from late 2024 through May of 2025 while serving as a captain. The equipment included skid-steer loaders, UTVs, trailers, generators, welders, commercial grade hand tools and a tractor.

Suenkel then sold the stolen items on social media.

Suenkel made an initial payment of $50,000 as part of his agreement as well as agreeing to be discharged with an adverse characterization of service. He will lose veterans’ benefits as part of the discharge.

His potential sentencing includes penalties up to 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fine. Suenkel will also be ordered to pay restitution to the victims of the crimes.

“Jacob Suenkel violated the trust of his employer and unsuspecting buyers, and is being held accountable for his theft,” said U.S. Attorney Margaret E. Heap. “This guilty plea offers assurance that those who commit theft will be brought to justice.”

Share and Follow
You May Also Like

Danville Resident Receives 13.5-Year Sentence for Methamphetamine Offenses

A Danville resident involved in methamphetamine distribution has been handed a prison…

White House Security Breach: Man Arrested After Crashing Car into Presidential Gate

In a dramatic incident late Tuesday night, a man was apprehended after…

Former HR Administrator in Danville Initiates Legal Action Against City and Mayor

DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — A long-serving former employee of the city, with…

Winn-Dixie Announces Closure of Select Grocery Locations in Georgia and Alabama

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (WRBL) — Southeastern Grocers (SEG), the parent company behind the…

Sanford Police Capture Suspect Months After Deadly Shooting

SANFORD, Fla. – Law enforcement officials have successfully apprehended a man sought…

Pinellas Nonprofit Finally Secures Delayed Funds: BCB Results in Successful Donation Release

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – A nonprofit in Pinellas County that assists seniors…

How You Can Help: Support Unpaid Federal Workers During Government Shutdown

SAVANNAH, Ga. — Despite the ongoing government shutdown, federal employees at Savannah-Hilton…

BVPD Crackdown: 19 Arrested and 11 Felony Charges Filed in Major Two-Day Operation

In a concerted effort to curb crime in Bristol, Virginia, the local…