On May 24, 2025, deputies with the Holmes County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported burglary at the Smoke Shop in Esto. Investigators took over the case and were able to obtain surveillance video that identified a vehicle involved in the incident.
Through further investigation and interviews, Francis Weeks was identified as a suspect. Weeks was already in custody at the Holmes County Jail on unrelated charges at the time of the discovery.
Investigators interviewed Weeks, during which he admitted to being at the Smoke Shop at the time of the burglary. His statement also conflicted with evidence obtained from the video footage.
As a result, warrants were obtained for burglary, grand theft, and criminal mischief.
The investigation remains ongoing, and additional arrests are expected.
