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Name:
Gilley, Sammie, Jr.
Date of Booking:
02/01/2026
Reason(s) For Booking:
AGGRAVATED ASSAULT
Officer’s Narrative:
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[NARRATIVE #1 on October 22, 2025]
On 10/22/2025 at approximately 0129 hours, I responded to [2000 BLOCK] Ellis St in reference to an Assault that occurred.
I made contact with [VICTIM #1], the victim/complainant, who advised that he got into an argument with Sammy Gillie, the offender, about going to Waycross. Mr. [VICTIM #1] advised that Mr. Gillie got upset and stopped the car on Gloucester St. Mr. Gillie then pushed him out of the vehicle, telling him to get out. After some time, Mr. Gillie returned, picked up Mr. [VICTIM #1], and dropped him off at [2000 BLOCK] Ellis St.
Mr. [VICTIM #1] advised that he got into another argument with Mr. Gillie. Mr. [VICTIM #1] was walking away from the opposite side of the road, where Mr. Gillie was parked behind another vehicle, when Mr. Gillie turned his black Honda Accord towards Mr. [VICTIM #1] and accelerated, driving off the road, hitting a mailbox at [2000 BLOCK] Ellis St, and striking Mr. [VICTIM #1]. Mr. [VICTIM #1] landed on top of the vehicle’s hood and was dragged a few feet before falling off the side of the vehicle.
Mr. [VICTIM #1] stated Mr. Gillie drove off heading towards Waycross after the incident. Mr. [VICTIM #1] and Mr. Gillie were dating at the time, and Mr. [VICTIM #1] advised that this was not the first time Mr. Gillie had done this.
I observed multiple lacerations on Mr. [VICTIM #1] chest and left arm. There was also damage to the mailbox at [2000 BLOCK] Ellis St and fresh tire patterns on and off the roadway. EMS checked Mr. [VICTIM #1] for injuries, and he was transported to the Glynn County Detention Center for further evaluation. Mr. Gillie had already left the scene before my arrival, so a statement could not be obtained.
I attempted to contact residents at [2000 BLOCK] Ellis St regarding their mailbox, but was unsuccessful. All body camera footage was uploaded to, and I provided Mr. Gillie with a case number. Warrants will be pending for Mr. Gillie.
[End of Narrative]
[NARRATIVE #2 on October 22, 2025]
On the above date and time, I, Pfc M. Saint Louis, while on duty with The Brunswick Police Department responded to [2000 BLOCK] Ellist Street in reference to an Assault.
I made contact with witness [WITNESS #1], who is the sister of the victim. Ms. [WITNESS #1] advised that the victim and offender were at her house arguing because the victim did not want to go to Waycross, GA, while the offender did. The argument traveled from inside the home to the offender’s vehicle, which was parked outside in front of her car.
Ms. [WITNESS #1] advised that she walk outside to calm the victim and offender. Ms. [WITNESS #1] stated she was able to hear the conversation. The offender demanded that the victim take all of the clothes that were purchased by him off. Ms. [WITNESS #1] noted that while taking off his clothes and hat, the victim threw his hat at the offender and stepped out of the vehicle.
While the offender was out of the car, the suspect grabbed the suspect’s black cellphone and threw it toward the bushes. Ms. [WITNESS #1] stated the victim walked over to get his phone from the ground, and while picking up his cellphone, she witnessed the offender put his vehicle in reverse and in drive mode, flooring it towards the victim and hitting the victim.
Ms. [WITNESS #1] stated she saw the victim on the hood of the car while the car was traveling at a high rate of speed, causing him to fall. Ms. [WITNESS #1] also mentioned that the offender hit the neighbor across the street’s mailbox because his car struck it.
[End of Narrative]
[NARRATIVE #3 on February 01, 2026]
On the above date and time I OFC BROOKS was notified that Clinch County had Sammie Gillery in there custody and he was wanted from Brunswick Police Department. After it was verified I met with DEPT. Spraldey to pick up Sammie. Sammie’s hands was then placed into handcuffs double locked searched and secured in the back of my patrol vehicle.
He was then transported to the Glynn County Detention Center to be booked and process.
[End of Narrative]
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Case History:
2/4/26
MOTION FOR PRELIMINARY HEARING AND BAIL REDUCTION FILED
What this means: Sammie Gilley Jr.’s attorney filed a motion requesting a preliminary hearing to review the evidence against him and asking the court to either set bail or reduce the amount required for his release from jail while awaiting trial on aggravated assault charges in Glynn County.
2/24/26
PRELIMINARY HEARING HELD
What this means: Sammie Gilley Jr. appeared before a judge who reviewed the evidence to determine whether there was probable cause to believe he committed the aggravated assault he is accused of. This hearing helps decide if the case should move forward to Superior Court.
2/24/26
BOND ORDER SIGNED BY JUDGE MORGAN
What this means: Judge Morgan issued an official order regarding bail conditions for Sammie Gilley Jr. following the preliminary hearing in his aggravated assault case in Glynn County.
2/24/26
BOND SET AT $10,000 AND CASE BOUND OVER TO SUPERIOR COURT
What this means: Judge Morgan set Sammie Gilley Jr.’s bail at $10,000, meaning he can be released from jail if this amount is posted. The judge also determined there was sufficient evidence to send the aggravated assault case to Glynn County Superior Court, where felony cases are tried.
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