Hephzibah Mother Khrystal Burgess Arrested After Child Abuse Video Surfaces; Charged With First-Degree Cruelty
HEPHZIBAH, GA — A disturbing video has led to the arrest of 30‑year‑old Khrystal Burgess, a mother of five from Ulm Road in Rosetown Mobile Home Park, after authorities say she was caught on camera beating and screaming at her 9‑year‑old daughter.
The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office confirmed Burgess was taken into custody on Saturday, January 17, 2026, and charged with cruelty to children in the first degree, a felony offense under Georgia law.
📍 Incident Details
Suspect: Khrystal Burgess, 30, Hephzibah resident
Location: Rosetown Mobile Home Park, Ulm Road
Victim: 9‑year‑old daughter
Evidence: Video recording showing Burgess striking and yelling at the child
Charges: Cruelty to children in the first degree
Authorities said the video, which circulated online and was shared with investigators, clearly depicted Burgess physically assaulting her daughter while screaming at her. The footage prompted swift action from law enforcement.
⚖️ Legal Context
Under Georgia law, first‑degree cruelty to children applies when a parent or guardian willfully inflicts excessive physical or mental pain on a child. Convictions can carry severe penalties, including prison time.
Burgess was booked into the Richmond County Jail, where she awaits further court proceedings. Officials have not released details on whether the children remain in her custody or if child protective services have intervened.
💔 Community Reaction
The case has sparked outrage in Hephzibah and surrounding areas, with residents expressing shock that such abuse occurred in their community. Advocates for child safety are urging vigilance and stressing the importance of reporting suspected abuse immediately.
Neighbors in Rosetown Mobile Home Park described the incident as heartbreaking, noting that the video evidence left little room for doubt.
📞 Ongoing Investigation
The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate the case. Authorities have not disclosed who recorded the video or how it was obtained, but they emphasized that digital evidence played a critical role in securing Burgess’ arrest.
Officials encourage anyone with information about child abuse cases to contact law enforcement or report anonymously through Crime Stoppers.
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