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Name:
Wilson, Wayne Jordan
Date of Booking:
03/17/2026
Reason(s) For Booking:
AGGRAVATED ASSAULT
WILLFUL OBSTRUCTION OF LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS – MISDEMEANOR
DISCHARGE OF FIREARMS ON OR NEAR PUBLIC HIGHWAY OR STREET
POSSESSION OF FIREARM OR KNIFE DURING COMMISSION OF OR ATTEMPT TO COMMIT CERTAIN FELONIES
RECKLESS CONDUCT
CRIMINAL TRESPASS
Officer’s Narrative:
[Please note: The following is a direct transcription from the official initial incident report. The Georgia Gazette does not fix any spelling or grammatical errors that may exist. Any changes or redactions made by our staff are placed inside brackets. Some errors may exist. All subjects are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The topics discussed may be sensitive to some readers. Discretion is advised.]
On 3/17/2026, and at approximately 06:56 hours, I, Deputy W. Jordan #916, was dispatched to [40 BLOCK] Deerfield Lane in reference to a shooting incident.
Upon arriving on scene I began speaking with the victim, [VICTIM #1], who advised me that his vehicle had been shot with a handgun. [VICTIM #1] stated that his neighbor at [50 BLOCK] Deerfield Lane, Wayne Wilson, was the offender. [VICTIM #1] stated that he was backing into his driveway from the roadway when Wayne fired the handgun, striking [VICTIM #1]’s vehicle, from his front porch. [VICTIM #1] advised me that Wayne fired approximately 4 to 5 shots. I only observed a mark on the vehicles back driver side door that appeared to be from a bullet.
Deputy J. Leverrette #987 and I attempted to make contact with Wayne but our attempt was unsuccessful. I noticed that there were no shell casings on the front porch and that there appeared to be women’s clothing on the front yard near the porch.
As I began speaking with other residents of [40 BLOCK] Deerfield Lane, I was advised by a witness, [WITNESS #1], that he had heard the shot being fired while he was in the residence and that he called Carroll County 911.
Cpl. D. Robinson #989 conducted the gathering of information as I secured the rear of the residence due to Wayne refusing to answer the door for law enforcement personnel.
Photographs of the vehicle that was struck due to the gunfire is attached in the “Linked Files” tab.
[End of Narrative]
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Case History:
3/17/26
WAYNE JORDAN WILSON BOOKED INTO CUSTODY
What this means: Wayne Jordan Wilson was booked — meaning formally processed into jail — in Carroll County on this date. He is accused of six charges: aggravated assault, willful obstruction of law enforcement officers (a misdemeanor), discharge of firearms on or near a public highway or street, possession of a firearm or knife during the commission of or attempt to commit certain felonies, reckless conduct, and criminal trespass. No conviction has been entered. All charges are allegations at this stage.
4/10/26
PUBLIC DEFENDER ENTERS APPEARANCE FOR WAYNE JORDAN WILSON
What this means: The West Georgia Judicial Circuit Public Defender’s office filed a notice with the Carroll Superior Court formally announcing that attorney Cydney Meadows — State Bar No. 929134 — would be representing Wayne Jordan Wilson in case number SUWA2026000265. This means Wilson has appointed legal counsel and the court will direct all official communications through that attorney going forward.
4/10/26
DEFENSE FILES MOTION FOR BOND FOR WAYNE JORDAN WILSON
What this means: Attorney Cydney Meadows of the West Georgia Judicial Circuit Public Defender’s office filed a motion asking the Carroll Superior Court to set a reasonable bond for Wayne Jordan Wilson while his case is pending. The motion argues that Wilson does not pose a flight risk, will not endanger the community, and will not attempt to intimidate witnesses or interfere with the administration of justice. The motion asks Judge Dennis Blackmon to set a bond amount that Wilson can reasonably meet. Until a bond is granted, Wilson remains in custody.
4/13/26
RULE NISI ISSUED IN WAYNE JORDAN WILSON BOND MATTER
What this means: Judge Dennis Blackmon of Carroll Superior Court issued a Rule Nisi — a court order directing the District Attorney’s office to appear in court and show cause, meaning explain why, Wayne Jordan Wilson’s bond motion should not be granted. The hearing was scheduled for May 12, 2026, at the Carroll County Courthouse. This is a standard procedural step that gives the prosecution a formal opportunity to respond to the defense’s bond request before the judge makes a decision.
4/27/26
COURT DATE NOTICE ISSUED TO WAYNE JORDAN WILSON
What this means: The Carroll Superior Court Clerk issued a formal notice to Wayne Jordan Wilson informing him that his case is scheduled for a non-jury hearing on May 12, 2026, at 9:00 AM on the 5th floor of the Carroll Superior Court in Carrollton, Georgia. The notice was certified and mailed by Clerk of Superior Court on April 27, 2026. Wilson is required by law to appear. The notice also advises that if he does not have an attorney and believes he cannot afford one, he may ask the judge to determine whether he qualifies for appointed counsel. Failure to appear could result in his bond being forfeited.
5/5/26
INDICTMENT OR ACCUSATION FILED AGAINST WAYNE JORDAN WILSON
What this means: A formal charging document — either an indictment or an accusation — was filed against Wayne Jordan Wilson in Carroll Superior Court on May 5, 2026, under case number SUWA2026000265. This is the official legal document that formally brings the charges against him before the court. An indictment is issued by a grand jury, while an accusation is filed directly by a prosecutor. Either way, this moves the case forward into the formal prosecution phase. Wilson is still presumed innocent of all charges.
5/12/26
NON-JURY CALENDAR HEARING SCHEDULED — BOND MOTION FOR WAYNE JORDAN WILSON
What this means: Wayne Jordan Wilson’s motion for bond was placed on the non-jury calendar at Carroll Superior Court for May 12, 2026, at 9:00 AM. This is the hearing where Judge Dennis Blackmon was set to consider whether to grant Wilson a bond and, if so, at what amount. This date aligns with both the Rule Nisi order and the court date notice previously issued in this case.
6/15/26
WAYNE JORDAN WILSON WAIVES ARRAIGNMENT AND ENTERS NOT GUILTY PLEA
What this means: Attorney Cydney Meadows of the Carroll County Public Defender’s Office filed a Waiver of Arraignment on behalf of Wayne Jordan Wilson in Carroll Superior Court under case number 26CR502, before Judge Dennis Blackmon. By filing this document, Wilson formally skipped the in-person arraignment hearing that had been scheduled — this is a common and routine step when a defendant is represented by an attorney. Through the waiver, Wilson requested a copy of the indictment and a list of witnesses, entered a plea of not guilty, and demanded a trial by jury. The not guilty plea means the case will move forward toward trial unless a plea agreement is reached. The document was filed with the Carroll County Superior Court Clerk on June 15, 2026, at 12:25 PM.
7/6/26
ARRAIGNMENT HEARING SCHEDULED FOR WAYNE JORDAN WILSON
What this means: The Carroll Superior Court scheduled an arraignment hearing for Wayne Jordan Wilson for July 6, 2026, at 9:00 AM. At an arraignment, the defendant is informed of the charges against him, advised of his rights, and asked to enter a plea — guilty, not guilty, or nolo contendere (no contest). This is a critical step in the criminal process where Wilson will formally respond to the indictment or accusation filed against him on May 5, 2026.