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Name:
Hall, Trent Jaques
Date of Booking:
05/24/2026
Reason(s) For Booking:
Aggravated Battery
Officer’s Narrative:
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[NARRATIVE #1 on May 23, 2026]
I, Ptl. Q. McClain, responded in normal patrol mode to 300 Pine Ave in reference to an Unknown Problem.
Upon my arrival, I made contact with a black male (later identified as [VICTIM #1]) stating that someone stole his bike from the Government Public Parking deck. [VICTIM #1] stated that he was there due to the church feeding the homeless breakfast and having a church service. [VICTIM #1] stated that he parked his bike near a rack at the location.
[VICTIM #1] stated that his bike is white, possibly Huffy brand, with a blue and black seat cover on the seat. [VICTIM #1] stated that the front tire on his bike is bigger than the rear tire. [VICTIM #1] stated that his black and green backpack like tote bag was hanging from the handlebar. [VICTIM #1] stated that his black type c phone charger, pack of cigar cigarettes (Cheyennee brand), and a few personal items were inside of his bag.
[VICTIM #1] stated that the bike costs approximately $25, the cigarettes costs approximately $2, the charger costs approximately $10 – $15. [VICTIM #1] stated that he believes the male (later identified as Trent Hall) he got into an argument with recently due to someone stating that they saw the male with the bike. [VICTIM #1] stated that Hall was a light [VICTIM #1] skinned male with a low haircut wearing blue McDonald’s work shirt and black McDonald’s hat.
Ptl. Medlock patrolled the area and located Hall in the alleyway behind the library. I made contact with Hall stating that he was at the same location as [VICTIM #1] (Government Public Parking) for the service and breakfast. Hall stated that he doesn’t know anything about what I’m asking him about nor did he see the bike. I did not observe the bike in the area of where Hall was located.
A GCIC/NCIC search was conducted on [VICTIM #1] and Hall and was met with negative results of being wanted.
This case is active.
[End of Narrative]
[NARRATIVE #2 on May 23, 2026]
On 05/23/26, I, (Ptl. Simpson) responded in normal patrol mode to 500-blk of Flint Ave in reference to a Suspicious Person.
Upon arrival, I made contact with [VICTIM #1]. He stated that he was hit in the face with a brick. [VICTIM #1] advised that this morning he dealt with a black male (later identified as Trent Hall) in reference to a Theft by Taking of a bike (see Ptl. Q. McClain’s report 26-006999).
[VICTIM #1] advised that this current incident occurred near KFC (400-blk W Oglethorpe Blvd) and Trent was coming to him, asking him where his card was at and stated “imma get you about my card”. At that time, he advised that Trent hit him in the face with the brick and then ran off.
I observed a severe opened wound to [VICTIM #1]’s lip. There was blood all over his face and shirt. [VICTIM #1] advised that his tooth was knocked out and his other tooth was loose as a result of the brick. EMS Med Unit 1 responded on scene and took [VICTIM #1] to Phoebe to get treated.
Pictures were taken and will be submitted and logged into evidence. [VICTIM #1] was advised of his resources and given a QR Card with the case number. Sgt. Franklin was noticed due to the nature of the incident.
Later in the afternoon, Ptl. Q. McClain made contact with Trent Hall again in the 200-blk of N Monroe. She transported him to the LEC to be interviewed by Investigator Lt. Barnes. (See Ptl. McClains supplement).
A GCIC/NCIC check was conducted on all parties with negative results for being wanted.
This case remains active and will be forwarded to investigations.
[End of Narrative]
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Case History:
6/12/26
PUBLIC DEFENDER ENTERS APPEARANCE FOR TRENT JAQUES HALL
What this means: On June 12, 2026, the Dougherty Circuit Public Defender’s Office formally entered its appearance in Trent Jaques Hall’s case in Dougherty County Superior Court, case number 26-SU-WT-543. Assistant Public Defender Senoqua Claiborne was appointed to represent Hall. The filing also notifies the court that the defense is electing reciprocal discovery under OCGA 17-16-1, meaning both sides — the prosecution and the defense — will be required to share evidence with each other ahead of trial.
6/15/26
BAIL HEARING SCHEDULED BEFORE JUDGE VICTORIA DARRISAW
What this means: On June 15, 2026, Assistant Public Defender Senoqua Claiborne filed a Motion to Set Bail on behalf of Trent Jaques Hall, with a hearing scheduled before Judge Victoria Darrisaw on June 16, 2026 at 1:30 PM via WebEx video conference. The motion argued that Hall posed no significant risk of fleeing, no danger to the community, no risk of committing a felony while awaiting trial, and no risk of intimidating witnesses. The hearing would give the judge an opportunity to consider whether Hall should be released from custody while the case proceeds.
6/16/26
JUDGE DENIES BAIL FOR TRENT JAQUES HALL
What this means: Following the bail hearing on June 16, 2026, Judge Victoria S. Darrisaw of the Dougherty County Superior Court denied bail for Trent Jaques Hall. The judge found that Hall poses a significant threat or danger to any person or to the community, and that Hall poses a significant risk of committing a felony while the case is pending trial. Hall, who is charged with Aggravated Battery and Aggravated Assault in case number 26-SU-WT-543, will remain held at the Dougherty County Jail while the case moves forward.
7/16/26
PETITION FOR MENTAL EVALUATION FILED BY DEFENSE
What this means: On July 16, 2026, Assistant Public Defender Senoqua Claiborne filed a petition asking the court to order a mental health evaluation of Trent Jaques Hall. This type of petition is typically filed when defense counsel has reason to question whether the defendant is mentally competent to stand trial — meaning whether Hall is able to understand the charges against him and meaningfully participate in his own defense.
7/16/26
COURT ORDERS MENTAL EVALUATION TO ASSESS COMPETENCY TO STAND TRIAL
What this means: On July 16, 2026, the court granted the petition and issued an order requiring Trent Jaques Hall to undergo a mental evaluation specifically to assess his competency to stand trial. A competency evaluation is conducted by a mental health professional who then reports findings back to the court. The judge will use those findings to determine whether Hall is legally fit to proceed with the case.