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Name:
Coleman, Shayne Maurice
Date of Booking:
08/13/2026
Reason(s) For Booking:
AGGRAVATED BATTERY
Officer’s Narrative:
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I was dispatched to the listed address in reference to a physical domestic. While en route, dispatch advised that the complainant, Ms. [VICTIM #1], reported that Mr. Shayne Coleman, her live-in boyfriend, had punched her in the face and that her nose may have been broken.
Upon arrival, Mr. Coleman was no longer on scene. I made contact with Ms. [VICTIM #1]. I observed visible swelling on the left side of Ms. [VICTIM #1]’s face and on her nose. I also observed a laceration on Ms. [VICTIM #1]’s right hand that was covered in blood. Due to Ms. [VICTIM #1]’s reported injuries and my observations, I requested EMS respond to evaluate her.
While inside the residence, I observed light blood spatter throughout the apartment and broken glass in the master bedroom. Ms. [VICTIM #1] stated that after she sustained her injuries, her mother arrived on scene and began arguing with Mr. Coleman. Ms. [VICTIM #1] also stated her mother was intoxicated and had not been present when the incident occurred. Ms. [VICTIM #1] mother was not on scene when deputies arrived. Based on Ms. [VICTIM #1] statement that her mother was intoxicated, was not present during the incident, and was no longer on scene, I did not attempt to contact Ms. [VICTIM #1] mother.
When asked what occurred between her and Mr. Coleman, Ms. [VICTIM #1] stated she did not want to press charges. During further questioning, Ms. [VICTIM #1] stated she did not want to tell deputies what happened because she did not want Mr. Coleman to go to jail. I continued attempting to ask Ms. [VICTIM #1] about the events leading to her injuries, but Ms. [VICTIM #1] refused to provide further details.
EMS arrived on scene and evaluated Ms. [VICTIM #1]. EMS cleaned and dressed the laceration on Ms. [VICTIM #1]’s right hand. Ms. [VICTIM #1] refused transport by EMS and stated she would call an Uber to transport her to the hospital. I remained on scene until Ms. [VICTIM #1] left the residence without further incident.
While I was on scene, Mr. Coleman contacted CCSO dispatch and stated he was at his parents’ residence in Hephzibah. Dispatch advised Mr. Coleman’s cell phone was plotting on Ironwood Drive. I attempted to contact Mr. Coleman, but he did not answer.
Based on the information available at the time of the call, including Ms. [VICTIM #1]’s refusal to provide a detailed statement and my inability to contact Mr. Coleman for questioning, no criminal charges were sought at that time.
Photographs were taken of Ms. [VICTIM #1]’s injuries, the blood spatter inside the apartment, and the broken glass. The photographs were uploaded to the evidence drive under this case number.
[End of Narrative]
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Case History:
8/14/26
EXECUTED STATE WARRANT AND MITTIMUS
What this means: Shayne Maurice Coleman was arrested on a state warrant in Columbia County. A mittimus — a court order directing law enforcement to take the defendant into custody — was executed, placing Coleman in custody pending further court proceedings.
8/25/26
ENTRY OF APPEARANCE FILED
What this means: An attorney entered an appearance on behalf of Shayne Maurice Coleman, formally notifying the court that legal representation has been secured for the case.
8/27/26
INDICTMENT NO. 224 MARCH TERM, 2026
What this means: A grand jury issued Indictment No. 224 against Shayne Maurice Coleman. The indictment formally charges the defendant in connection with the incident from 6/29/2026. The specific counts and charges are contained in the indictment document.
9/3/26
DISCOVERY DEMANDS AND MOTIONS FILED
What this means: Shayne Maurice Coleman’s attorney, Travers W. Chance, filed multiple documents on behalf of the defendant. These include a demand for criminal histories, a demand for the indictment and list of witnesses, a demand for witness statements, a motion for discovery of exculpatory material (evidence that could help the defense), a motion to reserve the right to file additional motions, a request for discovery of the defendant’s statements, and a request for discovery of scientific and expert reports. These filings are standard pretrial discovery requests seeking evidence and information the prosecution must provide to the defense.
9/17/26
BOND HEARING SCHEDULED FOR 9/17/26 AT 2:00 PM
What this means: A bond hearing has been scheduled in Columbia Superior Court. At this hearing, the court will consider whether Shayne Maurice Coleman should be released pending trial and, if so, under what conditions or bail amount.
9/28/26
ARRAIGNMENT SCHEDULED FOR 9/28/26 AT 2:00 PM
What this means: An arraignment has been scheduled in Columbia Superior Court. At this hearing, Shayne Maurice Coleman will be informed of the charges, advised of rights, and asked to enter a plea to the indictment.