Jordan Liggett

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Name:
Liggett, Jordan Lee

Date of Booking:
04/12/2026

Reason(s) For Booking:
FALSE IMPRISONMENT

AGGRAVATED ASSAULT

BATTERY-FAMILY VIOLENCE (1ST OFFENSE)

Officer’s Narrative:
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On April 12, 2026, I, Deputy Witzel, responded to [REDACTED BY AGENCY] in reference to an active dispute involving weapons. I responded in emergency mode with lights and sirens activated due to a reported physical altercation that was actively occurring with a weapon present. While en route, I was advised by Dispatch that the victim was located at Fire Station 5 on Smokey Road.

Upon arrival at Fire Station 5, I made contact with [REDACTED BY AGENCY] to gain an understanding of the situation and determine whether anyone remained at the original incident location. [REDACTED BY AGENCY] advised that her son, Jordan Liggett, was still at the residence actively fighting with her boyfriend, [REDACTED BY AGENCY], and that Jordan was armed with a knife.

I immediately responded to the residence. Upon arrival, I announced my presence and instructed anyone inside to make themselves known. After receiving no response, I conducted a perimeter check of the property and located an open door. Due to the urgent circumstances reported and lack of response, I, along with other units, entered and cleared the residence to ensure no individuals inside were in immediate danger or in need of medical assistance. While on scene, I heard shouting coming from a nearby wooded area.

I made contact with [REDACTED BY AGENCY], who emerged from the woods. [REDACTED BY AGENCY] advised that he and Jordan had been involved in an altercation over a phone, which [REDACTED BY AGENCY] stated belonged to him. [REDACTED BY AGENCY] further stated that Jordan had been stealing items from others and had recently been released from jail.

[REDACTED BY AGENCY] stated that during the altercation, Jordan pinned him to the ground and held a silver knife to his throat, threatening to cut him if he did not return the phone. [REDACTED BY AGENCY] advised he was eventually able to break free and fled into the woods to escape.

I then spoke again with [REDACTED BY AGENCY], who stated she had allowed Jordan to stay with her temporarily after his release from jail in an effort to provide a better environment, as he had previously been living in Forsyth where he was involved with drugs and negative influences.

[REDACTED BY AGENCY] stated she recently discovered that Jordan was still engaging in theft and told him to leave the residence. She advised that Jordan refused, grabbed her by the throat, and pushed her to the ground, causing injury. I observed and documented a small red mark on [REDACTED BY AGENCY] neck and a minor bruise on her knee consistent with her statement. Photographs were taken of these injuries.

A drone unit was deployed in an attempt to locate Jordan, but initial efforts were unsuccessful. During the investigation, it was discovered that [REDACTED BY AGENCY] had an active warrant out of Spalding County for a probation violation. [REDACTED BY AGENCY] was placed under arrest.

While transporting [REDACTED BY AGENCY] to the Coweta County Jail, Deputy Smallwood located Jordan walking along the roadway and took him into custody without incident. Deputy Smallwood also recovered the knife allegedly used during the incident and secured it as evidence. Deputy Smallwood transported Jordan to the Coweta County Jail, where I met with him and documented visible injuries to his face. Jordan stated that [REDACTED BY AGENCY] struck him in the face with brass knuckles during the altercation.

Based on the investigation, I completed warrantless affidavits for Jordan Liggett for the following charges: Aggravated Assault, False Imprisonment and Battery (Family Violence).

[End of Narrative]

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Case History:

6/8/26

ORDER MODIFYING BOND CONDITIONS

What this means: A judge in Coweta Superior Court issued an order changing the conditions of Jordan Lee Liggett’s bond. Bond conditions are the rules a defendant must follow to remain out of custody while the case is pending.

6/8/26

ENTRY OF APPEARANCE FILED BY KENNETH COOKE

What this means: Attorney Kenneth Cooke formally notified the court that he is representing Jordan Lee Liggett in this case. This is a standard filing that puts the court and the prosecution on notice that Cooke is the defendant’s attorney of record.

6/9/26

ORDER MODIFYING BOND CONDITIONS

What this means: One day after the first bond modification, a Coweta Superior Court judge issued a second order again adjusting the conditions of Jordan Lee Liggett’s bond.

8/11/26

GRAND JURY RETURNS INDICTMENT — 3 COUNTS FILED AGAINST JORDAN LEE LIGGETT

What this means: A Coweta County grand jury formally indicted Jordan Lee Liggett on August 11, 2026, during the March 2026 Term, August 2026 Session of Coweta Superior Court. District Attorney John Herbert Cranford, Jr. of the Coweta Judicial Circuit is prosecuting the case, with Carson Witzel listed as the prosecuting officer. The indictment contains three counts, each stemming from events alleged to have occurred on or about April 12, 2026, in Coweta County.

Count 1 charges Jordan Lee Liggett with Aggravated Assault (O.C.G.A. 16-5-21). The grand jury alleges that Liggett made an assault upon the victim using a knife — an object that, when used offensively, is likely to cause serious bodily injury — by brandishing that knife at the victim.

Count 2 charges Jordan Lee Liggett with False Imprisonment (O.C.G.A. 16-5-41). The grand jury alleges that Liggett unlawfully detained the victim without legal authority, in violation of that person’s personal liberty.

Count 3 charges Jordan Lee Liggett with Simple Battery — Family Violence (O.C.G.A. 16-5-23(f)). The grand jury alleges that Liggett intentionally caused physical harm to a family member by pushing that person to the ground, resulting in a skinned knee.

An indictment means the grand jury found probable cause to believe these offenses occurred. It is not a finding of guilt. Jordan Lee Liggett is presumed innocent unless and until convicted.

12/2/26

ARRAIGNMENT SCHEDULED IN COWETA SUPERIOR COURT

What this means: Jordan Lee Liggett is scheduled to appear for arraignment in Coweta Superior Court on December 2, 2026, at 8:30 AM. An arraignment is a formal court hearing where the defendant is read the charges against them and enters an official plea — typically guilty, not guilty, or no contest. This will be one of the next major steps in the case.