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Name:
Brown, Taurean Michael
Date of Booking:
03/03/2026
Reason(s) For Booking:
DRIVING UNDER INFLUENCE DRUGS/ALCOHOL
HIT AND RUN; DUTY OF DRIVER TO STOP AT OR RETURN TO SCENE OF ACCIDENT
Officer’s Narrative:
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[NARRATIVE #1 on March 03, 2026]
On March 3, 2026, at approximately 05:59 hours, I, Officer Monroe, was dispatched to 100 Leggett Drive, in reference to a signal 9-1-1.
While en-route, I was advised by dispatch that the complainant, who was later identified as [WITNESS #1], told dispatch there was an accident and the suspect, later identified as Taurean Brown, is trying to leave. [WITNESS #1] later told dispatch “male slammed into the back of a veh and when got out of the veh male threw a can and was stumbling”, male referring to Taurean Brown. [WITNESS #1] then advised dispatch that Taurean is now leaving the scene driving a black 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee (GA Tag:[REDAACTED BY AGENCY] VIN:[REDAACTED BY AGENCY])
Upon my arrival on Leggett Drive, I observed the black 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee leaving the business parking lot. I activated my emergency lights and siren to conduct a traffic stop of the vehicle, which it came to a stop on Meritt Drive at Leggett Drive. I approached the vehicle and met with Taurean. As I introduced myself, before I was able to explain the reason for the stop, Taurean stated “he accused me of running into his car.” Taurean then advised “I was speeding in the parking lot, I admit that.” It should be noted while speaking with Taurean at his passenger’s side window, I was able to detect an odor of alcoholic beverage and I observed Taurean to have glossy eyes, both indicators of driving under the influence.
I asked Taurean to exit the vehicle, which he complied. When Taurean exited his vehicle I did observes him unsteady as he stepped out of his vehicle. Taurean and I walked around his vehicle to observe any damage from this collision, which I did not observe any noticeable damages. While walking around this vehicle with Taurean, I observed him to shuffle his feet, and unsteady. It should be noted at this point I was able to detect the odor of alcoholic beverage emitting from his person, especially when he was talking.
Once relocating to the front of my patrol vehicle, I asked Taurean if he had anything to drink, which he stated he did the night before. Taurean advised he drank beer but would not be specific on how many or what kind when asked. At this point when speaking with Taurean I observed Taurean to have a slurred speech. Officer Gosdin arrived on scene as back up. I advised Officer Gosdin of my findings and observations. Officer Gosdin then met with Taurean and completed Standardized Field Sobriety Testing.
Upon completion of the Standardized Field Sobriety Testing, I observed Officer Gosdin place Taurean in double-locked handcuffs. I relocated to assist, which Taurean was placed under arrest for Driving under the Influence of Alcohol. See Officer Gosdin’s supplemental for findings of the completed Standardized Field Sobriety Testing.
Taurean was searched incident to arrest, which yielded no contraband. Taurean was placed in the rear of my patrol car and I read him the “IMPLIED CONSENT NOTICE FOR SUSPECT AGE 21 OR OVER”. Taurean agreed to provide a blood sample. An inventory was completed for the black 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee and it was towed and impounded by Mirror Lake Towing. While waiting for Mirror Lake Towing, I was advised by Corporal Hemingway, who was with the complainant [WITNESS #1], of Taurean causing an accident at the original call address, then leaving the scene. I was also advised there was a witness to this hit and run and possible surveillance footage. Due to back-up units having to respond to a Cardiac Arrest, I wrote Taurean a citation for Hit and Run. See Corporal Hemingway’s Accident report , with the same case number, for further information on the accident.
Taurean Brown was charged with the following:
Driving While Under the Influence — 0.C.G.A 40-6-391
Hit and Run — O.C.G.A 40-6-2.70
I relocated to the Villa Rica Police Department with Taurean for processing. [REDAACTED] from True Peaks LLC arrived on scene to draw Taurean’s blood. Upon completion of processing and collection, Taurean was transported to Carroll County Jail for housing, with copies of his citations and the impound sheet.
[End of Narrative]
[NARRATIVE #2 on March 03, 2026]
On March 3, 2026, I Officer Gosdin assisted Officer Monroe on a traffic stop in reference to a person suspected of driving under the influence.
Upon my arrival, I spoke with Officer Monroe who reported he had smelled the odor of an alcoholic beverage emanating from the suspect, Tauren Brown. Officer Monroe also observed Brown struggle to maintain his balance when exiting his vehicle and dragging his feet when walking. Officer Monroe also explained how he observed Brown to have glossy eyes. I took all the information Officer Monroe provided me and I began to question [WITNESS #1] about the possibility of him driving under the influence.
I asked Brown how many beers he had consumed the night prior and he told me he had just told Officer Monroe so there was no point in telling me. Brown then began to deny Officer Monroe’s claim of him stumbling while walking. I asked Brown if he was willing to participate in field sobriety testing to prove that he was safe to operate a motor vehicle on Georgia public roadways. Brown advised me he was “tight.” For clarification purposes I asked Brown if his answer was a yes or a no. Brown asked me what did I mean. By my question. I decided to ask him if he was willing to participate in field sobriety testing again. [BROWN] then stated “do what you got to do.” I perceived Brown’s statement as a yes to field sobriety testing. While speaking with Brown I observed him to be slurring his speech and I could also smell the odor of an alcoholic beverage emanating from his person.
Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus (HGN): 4 of 6 clues
Brown was positioned in front of Officer Monroe’s Villa Rica patrol vehicle, on relatively flat and level pavement. Brown was directed to stand with his feet together and keep his hands by his sides. Brown was instructed to follow a stimulus, my finger, with his eyes while keeping his head stationary. Brown advised he understood the instructions and indicated he was ready to begin the assessment.
- Brown had equal tracking and equal pupil size in his left and right eye.
- Brown had lack of smooth pursuit his left and right eye.
- Brown had distinct and sustained nystagmus at maximum deviation in his left and right eye.
Walk and Turn (WAT): 4 of 8 clues
Brown agreed he was placed on a relatively flat and level surface. I administered the walk and turn evaluation. explained the instructions and demonstrated the evaluation. Upon asking Brown if he understood my instructions, he advised he did.
- Brown missed heel to toe(X2).
- Brown made an improper turn. Brown stepped off line.
- Brown stopped while walking.
When Brown got to his ninth step, he stopped and began to ask the instruction to the test again. I advised Brown I had already explained the instructions to him. Brown then conducted an improper turn and stopped again. Brown then proceeded to turn around again facing his original position and just stood in place. Due to Brown not making any further movements I stopped the test entirely.
One Leg Stand (OLS): 1 of 4 clues
I administered the One Leg Stand evaluation to Brown. I explained the instructions and demonstrated the evaluation. Upon asking Brown if he understood my instructions, he advised he did.
- Brown used his arms for balance.
Portable Alco-sensor: .055 BAC (Positive)
I asked Brown to blow into my Portable alco-sensor. While trying to obtain a sample of Brown’s breath, he would not blow into the alco-sensor properly. Brown continued to barely blow or would stop before the sensor could obtain a sample.
[End of Narrative]
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Case History:
3/3/26
APPEARANCE BOND SET FOR TAUREAN MICHAEL BROWN IN VILLA RICA
What this means: On March 3, 2026, a surety bond was issued through the City of Villa Rica Police Department requiring Taurean Michael Brown to appear in court. The bond was set in the amount of $4,060. A surety bond means a third party — listed as a co-signer on the bond — guarantees that Taurean Michael Brown will show up to court. The offenses listed on the bond include DUI alcohol, duty upon striking an unattended vehicle. The bond required Brown to appear on April 17, 2026, at 9:00 AM, and to continue appearing as directed by the court.
7/29/26
ACCUSATION FILED IN CARROLL COUNTY STATE COURT — 3 CHARGES AGAINST TAUREAN MICHAEL BROWN
What this means: On July 29, 2026, the Solicitor of Carroll County filed a formal accusation — a charging document — against Taurean Michael Brown in the State Court of Carroll County under case number STM2026003164. An accusation is how misdemeanor-level cases are formally charged in Georgia’s State Courts, without requiring a grand jury. Taurean Michael Brown is accused of three offenses: driving under the influence of alcohol (less safe), driving under the influence of drugs (per se), and duty upon striking an unattended vehicle. The accusation notes that the defendant waives formal arraignment, indictment by grand jury, list of witnesses, copy of accusation, and jury trial, and pleads not guilty. No verdict has been entered — the case is ongoing.
8/4/26
ARRAIGNMENT SCHEDULED FOR 8/4/26
What this means: An arraignment was scheduled for Taurean Michael Brown on August 4, 2026, at 9:00 AM in Carroll County State Court. An arraignment is a court appearance where the defendant is formally informed of the charges against them and enters a plea. Based on the case record, a second arraignment date was also set, suggesting this date may have been continued or rescheduled.
10/6/26
ARRAIGNMENT RESCHEDULED FOR 10/6/26
What this means: A second arraignment date has been scheduled for Taurean Michael Brown on October 6, 2026, at 9:00 AM in Carroll County State Court. This is the next documented court date on record for this case.