Fort Valley reserve police officer found dead outside home in Jonesboro
A Fort Valley reserve officer was found dead outside his home in Clayton County. Law enforcement agencies are investigating the incident.
FORT VALLEY, Ga. – A Fort Valley reserve officer was found dead outside his home in Clayton County on Saturday, June 13, 2026.
The Clayton County Medical Examiner’s Office said that Sgt. James Sinkfield was found dead around 9 a.m., according to 11Alive.
Sinkfield, a retired Atlanta Police Department officer, has served as a reserve officer for the Fort Valley Police Department since October 2023.
At this time, officials have not released information on Sinkfield’s cause of death. The Clayton County Police Department is investigating the incident.
This is a developing story. The Leader Tribune will provide updates as they become available.
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