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Georgia Paving Feud Escalates Into Violent Confrontation

Six members of the Buckland family were arrested after allegedly attacking rival paving company workers with bats, sticks, and a gun in a turf dispute.

Overview

  • The altercation occurred on December 19 in Monroe County, Georgia, when members of the Buckland family confronted employees of EH Paving at a driveway job site.
  • The Bucklands allegedly viewed the paving work near one of their properties as disrespectful, leading to an argument that turned violent.
  • Weapons including bats, sticks, and a gun were reportedly used during the attack, leaving several EH Paving employees injured, one of whom required hospital treatment.
  • Mark Buckland Sr., 77, is accused of pointing a 'cowboy-style' pistol during the incident, while other family members allegedly assaulted workers with bats and fists.
  • All six Buckland family members face charges ranging from criminal trespass to aggravated assault and have since been released on bond.