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Name:
Mason, Milton Morris
Date of Booking:
02/19/2026
Reason(s) For Booking:
AGGRAVATED ASSAULT
AGGRAVATED ASSAULT
Officer’s Narrative:
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On February 19, 2026, I responded to [40 BLOCK] Smith Circle on a subject armed and firing gunshots through the adjacent property.
Dispatch stated that the caller, [REDACTED BY AGENCY], stated that the subject was actually shooting at them in their direction, and this was not just some random person shooting a gun. The caller then stated that he did not know the subject and was squatting on the property. Dispatch then stated over the radio that the subject who lived there was Milton Mason and had a prior history with the Coweta County Sheriff’s office, and that Mr. Mason had handguns and rifles inside his home at [40 BLOCK] Smith Circle, which had been seen from prior incidents. Dispatch also stated he had [REDACTED BY AGENCY].
I responded with Sergeant Thompson and D/S Newman. Once we arrived on the scene, we established a perimeter at [40 BLOCK] Smith Circle, at the end of the driveway, and requested that all residents in this area shelter in their homes and stay indoors. Multiple attempts were made to get Mr. Mason to walk out of his residence with his hands up and speak to the deputies on the scene by using the intercom system in my patrol car.
The intercom was attempted for approximately over an hour. Mr. Mason would not come out of the residence nor was there any movement inside the house, the supervisors on the scene had the Coweta County Swat Team respond to the location and contact CIU who then took out arrest warrants for Milton Mason. A perimeter was maintained until the Swat Team arrived.
[REDACTED BY AGENCY] stated that he was the one who called 911, and that [REDACTED BY AGENCY] and [REDACTED BY AGENCY] were the individuals responsible for cleaning out the property adjacent to [40 BLOCK] Smith Circle. Both [REDACTED BY AGENCY] stated they were on the adjacent property to clean the junk off the property. They were standing directly across from Milton Mason’s property and they heard a gunshot come from Milton’s property toward their direction. They yelled to let him know they were standing back there then they heard another round go off in their direction. They took cover behind some heavy equipment.
They then heard a burst of gunfire and heard the buzzing of the rounds go over their head. A short time after a larger burst of gunfire rang out and they again heard the rounds buzzing by them. They then ran back toward the property owners residence in fear that they were going to be shot by Milton.
Once the Swat Team arrived, the scene was turned over to them.
Swat detained a female who exited the residence after the bearcat arrived. She at no point made herself known, respond to any commands, nor reach out to emergency services during the callouts given by FTO Smallwood on his PA system prior to SWAT arriving. Milton Mason also exited the residence and was arrested. I met with all witnesses and took witness statements. At this time, all witness statements and the scene were turned over to CIU.
[End of Narrative]
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Case History:
2/19/26
MILTON MORRIS MASON ARRESTED AND BOOKED — TWO COUNTS OF AGGRAVATED ASSAULT
What this means: Milton Morris Mason was booked into custody in Coweta County on February 19, 2026, facing two counts of aggravated assault. This was the start of the formal legal process against him.
3/13/26
COMMITMENT HEARING HELD — MILTON MORRIS MASON BOUND OVER TO COWETA SUPERIOR COURT
What this means: A commitment hearing was held in Coweta County on March 13, 2026, for Milton Morris Mason, with attorney Kenneth Cooke listed as his counsel. The court reviewed two warrant/citation numbers — 26-EW-206 (Aggravated Assault) and 26-EW-207 (Aggravated Assault). On both counts, the court found sufficient evidence and bound Mason over to Coweta Superior Court, meaning a judge determined there was enough evidence for the case to move forward to the higher court. Judge Pro Tempore Jessie Williams-Vickery presided.
3/13/26
BOND ORDER ISSUED — MILTON MORRIS MASON RELEASED ON $20,000 BOND
What this means: On March 13, 2026, a Coweta Superior Court judge signed an order allowing Milton Morris Mason to be released from custody after posting a $20,000 bond. Along with the bond, the court imposed specific conditions Mason must follow while out of custody. He is prohibited from having any firearms in his presence, possession, or access. He is also ordered to have no contact with two individuals identified in the order. Mason must appear in court as directed and maintain contact with his attorney and bondsman. If he violates any of these conditions, his bond can be revoked and he will be returned to custody. The order was presented by the Coweta County Public Defender’s Office.
5/14/26
GRAND JURY RETURNS INDICTMENT — 2 COUNTS FILED AGAINST MILTON MORRIS MASON
What this means: On May 14, 2026, a Coweta County grand jury formally indicted Milton Morris Mason, meaning a group of citizens reviewed the evidence and agreed there was enough to bring official charges. The indictment was filed in the Superior Court of Coweta County under Docket No. 2026CR571, during the March 2026 Term, May 2026 Session. The District Attorney’s office for the Coweta Judicial Circuit prosecuted the case. Milton Morris Mason is accused of two counts of Aggravated Assault under O.C.G.A. § 16-5-21. The indictment was received and filed in open court on May 14, 2026, at 12:19 p.m.
6/8/26
PRO SE PETITION FOR BOND OR BOND REDUCTION FILED BY MILTON MORRIS MASON
What this means: Milton Morris Mason filed a petition on his own behalf (without an attorney) asking the court to either modify his bond conditions or reduce his bond amount. This was the first of three such petitions he would file.
6/29/26
PRO SE PETITION FOR BOND OR BOND REDUCTION FILED BY MILTON MORRIS MASON
What this means: Milton Morris Mason filed a second petition on his own behalf asking the court to either modify his bond conditions or reduce his bond amount.
7/6/26
PRO SE PETITION FOR BOND OR BOND REDUCTION FILED BY MILTON MORRIS MASON
What this means: Milton Morris Mason filed a third petition on his own behalf asking the court to either modify his bond conditions or reduce his bond amount.
7/9/26
ELECTRONIC DISCOVERY CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY FILED
What this means: On July 9, 2026, Assistant District Attorney Scott Teague filed a certificate of authenticity for electronic discovery materials in the case. This document certifies that electronic evidence or records provided to the defense are authentic and complete, ensuring both sides have access to the same materials as the case moves forward.
8/5/26
ARRAIGNMENT SCHEDULED IN COWETA SUPERIOR COURT
What this means: Milton Morris Mason is scheduled to appear for arraignment in Coweta Superior Court on August 5, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. Arraignment is the court appearance where a defendant is formally read the charges against them and enters a plea — typically guilty, not guilty, or no contest.
8/5/26
MILTON MORRIS MASON PLEADS GUILTY TO LESSER INCLUDED OFFENSES — CONVICTED ON BOTH COUNTS, SENTENCED TO 24 MONTHS PROBATION
What this means: On August 5, 2026, Milton Morris Mason pleaded guilty to simple assault as a lesser included offense on both counts of aggravated assault. On Count 1, he was sentenced to 12 months of probation running concurrently (at the same time) with a sentence in another case, 2026CR360. On Count 2, he was sentenced to 12 months of probation running consecutively (one after the other) with Count 1. This means Mason will serve a total of 24 months of probation. The case reached final disposition on this date.