Armed robbery suspects shot and arrested in Douglas
On February 21, 2026, deputies with the Coffee County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of gunshot victims near Tyler Road.
Upon arrival, deputies located Stephanie Ann Nicole Castillo, 35, of Douglas, and Elisabet Gaspar, 27, of Douglas, suffering from injuries sustained during an alleged armed home invasion.
Investigators with the sheriff’s office and agents with the Georgia Bureau of Investigation determined the suspects allegedly attacked a homeowner with a machete while attempting to commit a robbery.
The homeowner discharged a shotgun in self-defense.
Both suspects were transported for medical treatment and later arrested.
They are charged with:
• Armed Robbery
• Aggravated Assault
• First-Degree Home Invasion
• Additional charges are possible pending the ongoing investigation
Let this serve as a clear message: If you break into someone’s home in Coffee County and threaten innocent people, you are taking a serious risk.
We fully support the right of law-abiding citizens to protect themselves and their families. Our office will continue to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with good people in this community while we aggressively pursue those who choose violence.
This case remains active and under investigation. All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Coffee County Sheriff’s Office or The Georgia Bureau of Investigation 1-800-597-TIPS(8477.
