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Name:
Newberry, Dillon Lee
Date of Booking:
02/17/2025
Reason(s) For Booking:
PROBATION VIOLATION (WHEN PROBATION TERMS ARE ALTERED) – FELONY
AGGRAVATED BATTERY
Officer’s Narrative:
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[NARRATIVE #1 on February 17, 2025]
On the above date and time I, Officer B. NEWPORT, with the Floyd County Police Department, was dispatched to Floyd Medical Center in reference to a female wishing to file a report regarding an assault.
I arrived on scene and spoke with [VICTIM #1], who stated that she had been assaulted by her ex boyfriend DILLON NEWBERRY. [VICTIM #1] stated that the assault took place on February 10, 2025 at approximately 11pm that night. [VICTIM #1] stated that she had went to [100 BLOCK] Davis Street to retrieve some of her belongings that were at this location. [VICTIM #1] stated that while she was gathering her belongings, she and DILLON got into a verbal argument. [VICTIM #1] stated that the argument escalated and DILLON began yelling at her to leave. [VICTIM #1] stated that she refused to leave because she believed that her vape was inside the outbuilding where DILLON was staying. [VICTIM #1] stated that at some point during the altercation, DILLON punched her in the face breaking her jaw. [VICTIM #1] stated that she lost consciousness for an unknown amount of time, and when she woke up, DILLON was standing over her trying to get her up. [VICTIM #1] stated that she then left the residence.
[VICTIM #1] advised me that the following day, she had went to the hospital in Cedartown to seek treatment. [VICTIM #1] stated that results from the visit confirmed that her jaw had been broken in two places. [VICTIM #1] stated she initially did not wish to make a report, however her friend convinced her that the incident needed to be reported to law enforcement. [VICTIM #1] stated that the residence of [100 BLOCK] Davis Street belongs to DILLON’s uncle, and stated that DILLON was living in the out building behind the residence. I informed [VICTIM #1] that I would conduct a report regarding the incident.
While I was speaking to [VICTIM #1], I could see that her jaw was still swollen. [VICTIM #1] also showed me pictures of her injuries from the night the assault occurred. I was also shown messages between [VICTIM #1] and DILLON in which I could see DILLON apologizing for the assault, and thanking [VICTIM #1] for not turning him into the police. All images and messages will be attached to this report.
I was able to secure an arrest warrant for DILLON, and made my way to [100 BLOCK] Davis Street to make contact with DILLON. Once on scene, myself and other officers made contact with a subject inside the outbuilding. We informed the occupants that we were police, and that we had an arrest warrant for DILLON. I could hear a male inside acknowledge our presence, but refused to come to the door. After approximately 60 seconds, I could hear lots of movement inside the building. I was unaware if DILLON had weapons, but due to the amount of movement inside, as well as DILLON refusing to come to the door, I feared DILLON could possibly be trying to get a weapon to avoid being taken into custody. At this time, I drew my firearm, and pulled the door to the cabin open. Inside the cabin was DILLON, along with two other males. I pointed my firearm at DILLON and myself and other officers began giving him loud verbal commands to come outside. DILLON placed his hands up, but was argumentative, and refused to come outside until he saw the warrant. After a few seconds, CPL A. WEBB was able to get close enough to DILLON to take him into custody.
DILLON was searched, and placed in the back of my patrol vehicle. I then transported DILLON to the Floyd County jail without incident.
Miranda Warning read
Handcuffs double locked/checked for proper fit
[End of Narrative]
[NARRATIVE #2 on February 17, 2025]
On the above date and time I, Pfc Webb was assisting Pfc Newport with serving an arrest warrant for Dillon Newberry. Upon arrival myself and Pfc Carranza went to the back shed of the property due to us having knowledge he was living inside. We announced we were the police and immediately Dillon began talking back saying we didn’t have a warrant and after multiple times advising him we had the arrest warrant Pfc Newport managed to get the door open and we made entry I observed Dillon to the right of the bed I pointed my taser at the center mass of Dillon and began giving commands.
After having to give him commands multiple times Dillon finally placed his hands behind his back and I placed him in handcuffs and handed him off to Pfc Carranza. After a search of Dillon’s person was conducted he was placed in Pfc Newport’s patrol car and transported to the jail where he was booked.
[End of Narrative]
[NARRATIVE #3 on February 17, 2025]
02/17/25 at 00:37 hours Myself and other Floyd County Police Officers responded to [100 BLOCK] Davis St in reference to serving a criminal arrest warrant on Dylan Newberry for Aggravated Battery. Upon arrival myself and other officers surrounded the Shed he was located in and began to call out to him. Other officers made verbal contact with him through the wall of the shed. When the door of the shed was opened I pointed my Department issued Pistol at him while officers gave verbal commands for him to show us his hands and come outside. CPL Webb held him at taser point and called him outside. He was taken into custody and transported to the jail by PFC Newport.
[End of Narrative]
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Case History:
5/2/25
INDICTMENT FILED
What this means: A Floyd County grand jury has formally indicted Dillon Newberry on charges including aggravated battery and a probation violation. An indictment means the grand jury found probable cause to believe he committed these crimes.
6/10/25
DEFENSE REQUESTS DISCOVERY
What this means: Dillon Newberry’s attorney has formally requested discovery materials from the prosecution in case 25CR00972. Discovery includes evidence like police reports, witness statements, and other materials the state plans to use at trial.
6/11/25
STATE PROVIDES DISCOVERY COMPLIANCE NOTICE
What this means: The prosecution has notified Floyd County court that they are complying with discovery requirements by providing evidence materials to Dillon Newberry’s defense team as required by law.
6/12/25
NOTICE OF INTENT TO SEEK RECIDIVIST PUNISHMENT
What this means: The state has formally notified the court they intend to seek enhanced punishment against Dillon Newberry based on his criminal history. Recidivist punishment means harsher sentences for repeat offenders.
6/12/25
ATTORNEY REASSIGNMENT TO AARON HARPER
What this means: Dillon Newberry’s legal representation in Floyd County case 25CR00972 has been reassigned to attorney Aaron Harper, replacing his previous counsel.
6/20/25
FORMAL ARRAIGNMENT WAIVER AND NOT GUILTY PLEA
What this means: Dillon Newberry waived his right to a formal arraignment hearing and entered a plea of not guilty to the aggravated battery and probation violation charges. His attorney also renewed the request for discovery materials.
8/5/25
WITNESS SUBPOENAS ISSUED AND TRIAL NOTICE
What this means: The Floyd County court has issued subpoenas requiring witnesses to appear for trial in the Dillon Newberry case and provided official notice that the trial is scheduled to proceed.
9/29/25
ORDER TO PRODUCE PRISONER
What this means: The Floyd County court has issued an order requiring that Dillon Newberry be transported from custody to court for upcoming proceedings in case 25CR00972.
10/22/25
TRIAL NOTICE AND WITNESS SUBPOENAS REISSUED
What this means: The court has issued another trial notice and new witness subpoenas for Dillon Newberry’s case, likely indicating the trial date has been rescheduled or confirmed.
11/10/25
MOTION FOR IMMUNITY FILED
What this means: Dillon Newberry’s attorney Aaron Harper has filed a motion requesting immunity for his client in the Floyd County case, asking the court to dismiss or reduce the charges based on legal immunity claims.
12/4/25
ORDER DENYING IMMUNITY MOTION
What this means: The Floyd County judge has denied Dillon Newberry’s motion for immunity, ruling that he is not entitled to legal immunity from the aggravated battery and probation violation charges.
1/24/26
PUBLIC DEFENDER ATTORNEY ASSIGNED
What this means: Dillon Newberry has been assigned a public defender to represent him in this Floyd County case. This typically happens when a defendant cannot afford to hire a private attorney and qualifies for court-appointed counsel.
1/28/26
ORDER TO PRODUCE PRISONER
What this means: The Floyd County court has issued another order requiring that Dillon Newberry be transported from custody for the calendar call scheduled for 1/28/26, where the court will address scheduling and trial preparation matters.
3/3/26
GUILTY PLEA ENTERED WITH RIGHTS WAIVER
What this means: Dillon Newberry waived his constitutional rights and entered a guilty plea to the charges in Floyd County case 25CR00972. By waiving his rights, he gave up his right to a trial, to remain silent, and to confront witnesses against him.
3/3/26
SENTENCING AND CONVICTION
What this means: Dillon Newberry was convicted and sentenced in Floyd County for the aggravated battery and probation violation charges. The court has formally adjudicated him guilty, meaning he now has a criminal conviction on his record.