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Name:
Patterson, Christopher Isaiah
Date of Booking:
05/05/2026
Reason(s) For Booking:
BATTERY
CRUELTY TO CHILDREN IN THE 3RD DEGREE – 1ST OR 2ND OFFENSE – MISDEMEANOR
Officer’s Narrative:
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On May 5, 2026, I, Deputy Robinson, responded to [400 BLOCK] Lamar Rd N in reference to a domestic dispute.
Upon my arrival, I spoke with Ms. [VICTIM #1], who stated she contacted her cousin’s wife, Ms. Kerria Raines, about meeting to pick up 4-year-old [REDACTED BY AGENCY]. Ms. [VICTIM #1] stated that upon Ms. Raines’ arrival, an argument immediately began between the two.
Ms. [VICTIM #1] advised that Ms. Raines ran toward her and began striking her, which resulted in the two fighting. Ms. [VICTIM #1] stated that while they were on the ground fighting, Mr. Christopher Patterson jumped in and began punching and kicking her. She further stated that she felt her arm being pulled by Melvin Ward during the altercation. After the fight ended, all parties returned to their vehicles and left the scene. Ms. [VICTIM #1] advised that 4-year-old [REDACTED BY AGENCY] was present during the entire incident.
I observed visible injuries on Ms. [VICTIM #1], including scratches and red marks on her face. Ms. [VICTIM #1] had a scratch across her forehead, a scratch near her right eye, and another scratch above her right eye. Due to the visible injuries, EMS was requested to respond to the scene to evaluate her.
While EMS was on scene, I spoke with witness Ms. [WITNESS #1], who stated Ms. [VICTIM #1] and Ms. Raines argued for a short period of time and that she heard Ms. [VICTIM #1] say, “Y’all ain’t finna jump me.” Ms. [WITNESS #1] stated that immediately afterward, the two females began fighting and that she observed Mr. Patterson and Mr. Ward join the altercation by punching and kicking Ms. [VICTIM #1] in the face. Ms. [WITNESS #1] also advised that she observed 4-year-old [REDACTED BY AGENCY] inside the vehicle during the incident.
Ms. [VICTIM #1] was evaluated and cleared by EMS on scene.
Ms. [VICTIM #1] was provided with a case card and case number.
[End of Narrative]
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Case History:
There is a listed co-defendant in this case. Please see Melvin Ward for additional information.
5/6/26
BOND SET — CHRISTOPHER ISAIAH PATTERSON RELEASED ON $1,950 BOND
What this means: On May 6, 2026, a bond order was issued through Anytime Bonding Company in the amount of $1,950.00, securing Christopher Isaiah Patterson’s release. Anytime Bonding Company paid the bond. Patterson was required to personally appear at Bibb County State Court on July 10, 2026, at 8:30 AM. If Patterson fails to appear, the bond could be forfeited and a new court date set.
6/17/26
ACCUSATION FILED — 2 COUNTS CHARGED AGAINST CHRISTOPHER ISAIAH PATTERSON
What this means: On June 17, 2026, the Bibb County State Court formally charged Christopher Isaiah Patterson by accusation — a charging document filed directly by a prosecutor rather than through a grand jury — under case number 26-SCCR-477678. Senior Assistant Solicitor General Steve L. Knowles signed the accusation. Two counts were filed:
Count 1 charges Christopher Isaiah Patterson with Battery, a misdemeanor under O.C.G.A. § 16-5-23.1. Patterson is accused of intentionally causing visible bodily harm to the victim by striking the victim on or about May 5, 2026, in Bibb County. The harm is alleged to have been demonstrated by scratches on the victim’s face.
Count 2 charges Christopher Isaiah Patterson with Cruelty to Children in the Third Degree, a misdemeanor under O.C.G.A. § 16-5-70(d). Patterson is accused of committing a battery while allegedly knowing that a child under the age of eighteen was present and that the child saw or heard the act, on or about May 5, 2026, in Bibb County.