Hoschton Man Arrested After Alleged Attempted Robbery at Suwanee Publix

Forsyth County deputies took a Hoschton man into custody after an alleged attempted robbery at a Publix grocery store in Suwanee on Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025. Authorities say the suspect claimed he had a gun during the incident; deputies detained him at the scene and no customers or employees were reported injured.

The man has been identified as Lemuel Holland. A booking photo was provided by the Forsyth County Sheriff's Office. County law enforcement is currently handling the case and has not released additional details about charges or the timeline for any formal filing.

The episode occurred on New Year’s Eve, a high-traffic shopping day for grocery stores as many residents purchase food and household supplies for holiday gatherings. Even without injuries, the alleged attempt underscores how incidents at essential retail locations can ripple through the local community by interrupting operations and prompting safety reviews. Stores may temporarily close aisles, clear the premises, or call in additional security after such events, disrupting access for customers who rely on nearby grocery options.

For Forsyth County residents, the incident highlights two practical concerns. First, the safety of staff and shoppers at grocery stores remains a priority for local law enforcement and employers. Second, even brief disruptions at a major grocer can affect short-term availability of perishable items for households that depend on a single nearby store.

Local policing and retail responses to incidents like this can also carry policy implications. County authorities will decide whether to pursue charges and what evidence will be presented, and those outcomes shape enforcement patterns for similar cases. Retailers may revisit loss-prevention measures, such as trained security personnel, surveillance upgrades, and staff training in de-escalation and emergency procedures. Changes in those practices can influence operating costs for local stores and, over time, factor into pricing and labor decisions that affect consumers.

Deputies have not reported any additional suspects, and the case remains under active review by Forsyth County authorities. Residents with information about the incident are encouraged to contact law enforcement through usual channels. The lack of injuries is a positive immediate outcome, but this event will likely prompt local businesses and officials to reassess safety measures as the county heads into the new year.