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Name:
Williams, Charles Anthony
Date of Booking:
04/03/2026
Reason(s) For Booking:
CRUELTY TO CHILDREN – 2ND DEGREE
POSSESSION OF FIREARM OR KNIFE DURING COMMISSION OF OR ATTEMPT TO COMMIT CERTAIN FELONIES
THEFT BY TAKING – FELONY
BATTERY
BOND SURRENDER-SUP CT
KIDNAPPING
Officer’s Narrative:
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On 04/03/2026 I, Deputy M. Gibson with Sgt. Craig Lewis were dispatched to the [REDACTED] in reference to Domestic Violence.
Upon my arrival I was met by Ms. [VICTIM #1] outside in front of the Baymont hotel. Ms. [VICTIM #1] was wrapped up in a pink fur like blanket. Ms. [VICTIM #1] stated that her boyfriend Mr. Charles Anthony Bernard Williams put his hands on her.
Ms. [VICTIM #1] stated that they had arrived to the Baymont Hotel around 11:30pm April 2, 2026 and checked into room [REDACTED]. Sometime later, while her son [REDACTED BY AGENCY] was sleeping, an argument ensued about something “petty” and Mr. Williams starts fussing and cussing at her. The argument wakes [REDACTED BY AGENCY], who is asleep on one of the beds.
Mr. Williams proceeds to choke Ms. [VICTIM #1] and puts her in the bathroom where he used both hands to slap and choke her until she could not breath. Ms. [VICTIM #1] stated that she asked him to “chill out, don’t do this in front of my baby”. [REDACTED BY AGENCY] gets up from the bed and says “stop, stop hitting my mommy”. Mr. Williams grabs [REDACTED BY AGENCY] and starts whooping him. Ms. [VICTIM #1] stated that she pleaded for him to stop hurting her son “don’t touch my child, he doesn’t have anything to do with this”.
Ms. [VICTIM #1] stated that it seemed as though Mr. Williams blacked out because he started slinging her across the room, choking, slapping, and pushing her so she grabbed the door, opened it, and tried to yell for help. Mr. Williams tugged on her to get her back in the room to prevent her from leaving. Ms. [VICTIM #1] stated that she pulled away hard and her clothes came off as she ran out the door naked while [REDACTED BY AGENCY] ran behind her.
Ms. [VICTIM #1] stated that she hopped in a passerby’s vehicle and told them to “go, just go, he trying to get to me”. Ms. [VICTIM #1] stated that she was able to find a female samaritan who gave her a pink fuzzy blanket to cover up with. After she fled the scene, Mr. Williams took off in her car without her permission.
Shortly after, Mr. Williams brought Ms. [VICTIM #1] vehicle to the Krystals next to the Baymont hotel where he was arrested without incident and transported to the Bibb County LEC. During the pat down of Mr. Williams a fully loaded gun was discovered in back pocket.
gun serial #1C039728
MOD #PT111G2A
TAURUS ARMAS G2C9MM
fully loaded mag
Ms. [VICTIM #1] Information was taken and a case card given.
[End of Narrative]
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Case History:
4/4/26
DEFENSE FILES MOTION FOR BOND
What this means: Defense attorney Larry W. Fouché filed a Motion for Bond on behalf of Charles Anthony Williams in Bibb County Superior Court. The motion argued that Williams had been incarcerated since April 3, 2026, that no bond was set at his initial appearance, and that he was already on bond for a separate Aggravated Assault charge in the amount of $5,500. The motion stated that Williams is not a flight risk, poses no threat to witnesses or the community, has strong family ties to the Bibb County area, and would not engage in criminal activity if released. The defense asked the court to set a reasonable bond.
5/14/26
BOND HEARING HELD — BOND DENIED
What this means: A bond hearing was held on May 14, 2026, in Bibb County Superior Court for Charles Anthony Williams. The court considered evidence and argument and denied bond. The judge found that the State proved by a preponderance of the evidence — meaning more likely than not — that Williams poses a significant threat of danger to a person, to the community, or to property in the community. The order was signed on May 14, 2026. Williams remained held without bond.
5/27/26
DEFENSE FILES MOTION FOR BOND BASED ON CHANGED CIRCUMSTANCES
What this means: On May 27, 2026, defense attorney Larry W. Fouché filed a second bond motion on behalf of Charles Anthony Williams in Bibb County Superior Court, this time citing a change in circumstances. The motion noted that since the May 14 bond hearing, the State had dismissed the warrants for Kidnapping and Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of or Attempt to Commit Certain Felonies. As a result, Williams was at that point only facing charges of Cruelty to Children – 2nd Degree, Theft by Taking, and Battery. The defense argued that because the most serious charges had been dismissed, the court should reconsider bond. The motion again stated that Williams is not a flight risk, poses no threat to witnesses or the community, has strong family ties to Bibb County, and would not engage in criminal activity if released. The motion was served on the Bibb County District Attorney’s Office.
6/4/26
SECOND BOND HEARING HELD — BOND DENIED AGAIN
What this means: A second bond hearing was held on June 4, 2026, in Bibb County Superior Court for Charles Anthony Williams. After considering the evidence and argument, the court again denied bond. The judge found that the State proved by a preponderance of the evidence that Williams poses a significant risk of fleeing the court’s jurisdiction and a significant risk of committing a felony while awaiting trial. The order was signed on June 4, 2026. Williams remained held without bond at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center.
6/29/26
GRAND JURY RETURNS INDICTMENT — 3 COUNTS FILED AGAINST CHARLES ANTHONY WILLIAMS
What this means: A Bibb County grand jury returned a true bill of indictment against Charles Anthony Williams on June 29, 2026, under case number 26CR-86855 in Bibb County Superior Court. District Attorney Anita R. Howard and Prosecutor Meshaun Gibson represent the State. The indictment charges Williams with three counts, all stemming from events alleged to have occurred on April 3, 2026.
Count 1 — Theft by Taking (O.C.G.A. 16-8-2): Williams is accused of unlawfully taking a Hyundai Elantra, the property of the alleged victim, with a value greater than $1,500.00, with the intent to deprive the owner of the vehicle.
Count 2 — Battery (O.C.G.A. 16-5-23.1): Williams is accused of intentionally causing visible bodily harm — specifically scratches — to the alleged victim by striking her.
Count 3 — Cruelty to Children in the Third Degree (O.C.G.A. 16-5-70(d)): Williams is accused of, as the primary aggressor, intentionally allowing a child under the age of eighteen to witness the commission of a battery upon the alleged victim.
A grand jury indictment means that a panel of Bibb County citizens reviewed the State’s evidence and found probable cause to formally charge Williams. It is not a finding of guilt. Williams is presumed innocent unless and until convicted.
9/2/26
DEFENSE FILES MOTION FOR BOND
What this means: Defense attorney Larry W. Fouché filed a Motion for Bond on behalf of Charles Anthony Williams on September 2, 2026, in Bibb County Superior Court under case number 2026-CR-086855. This was the defense’s latest attempt to secure Williams’ release while the case moves forward. A bond hearing was subsequently scheduled.
9/10/26
BOND HEARING HELD — BOND GRANTED
What this means: A bond hearing was held on September 10, 2026, in Bibb County Superior Court for Charles Anthony Williams. The State raised no objection to bond. Judge David L. Mincey, III of the Macon Judicial Circuit granted Williams a bond of $1,000.00, cash or property. The order was signed and filed on September 11, 2026. Williams was required to comply with the following conditions of release:
He shall have no contact with the alleged victim or the child witness referenced in the indictment. He shall not leave the state of Georgia for any reason. He shall not violate the laws of any governmental entity. He shall appear in court to enter a plea pursuant to the State’s plea offer of September 2, 2026, when scheduled.
A bond allows a defendant to be released from custody while the case continues, provided the defendant meets all conditions set by the court. Failure to comply with any condition can result in the bond being revoked and the defendant being returned to custody.