Lamun Mathis

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Name:
Mathis, Lamun C

Date of Booking:
05/14/2026

Reason(s) For Booking:
Sexual Battery -MISD

Public Drunkness

Officer’s Narrative:
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On May 14, 2026 at approximately 0553 hours, I, Officer Smith 2125 responded to 135 Willow Lane McDonough, GA within Henry County in reference to a disturbance.

While enroute, my dispatcher advised that the caller was saying there was a black male wearing a white shirt and black pants in store that grabbed an employee. He was escorted out and was banging on the doors. My dispatcher advised that she could her the commotion.

When I arrived, other officers were giving the male verbal commands. I exited my patrol unit and detained the male. I could smell the odor of an alcoholic beverage coming from the male. He was being loud and belligerent. He was escorted to my unit where I performed a search. The handcuffs were check for fit and double locked to the rear. I located his Georgia ID (OLN: [REDACTED BY AGENCY]) in his front right pant pocket. He was identified as La’mun Mathis. He placed in the rear of my unit.

I made my way inside the store and spoke with the “employee he grabbed”. She was identified as [VICTIM #1]. She was crying and distraught. She stated that she was stocking the pizza section. As she was bending over, she felt someone rub between her legs on her vag*na. She said the motion was from front to back. She jumped up and realized the unknown black male was standing behind her. At this time, she starting yelling “He touched me” and “Help”. Afterwards, other employees came to area as the male began walk/run off.

There was an employee just a few feet behind her. That employee stated that she seen the male approaching her but was alarmed that the male was walking into her personal space. She described it as if the male was her spouse. She said turned back to reshelve and within a few seconds, [VICTIM #1] started yelling for help. She advised that she physically did not see the act. No one with camera access was on scene; Lost Prevention did not come in that early.

I advised my on duty supervisor of the incident. [VICTIM #1] completed a statement form. Mathis was transported to Henry County jail along with his property. He was released to their custody without incident. A rear seat check was performed afterwards.

I went back to Walmart to meet with Lost Prevention representative [REDACTED]. He was able to access the footage. I observed Mathis enter into the building at approximately 0540 hours. He walked to the area where [VICTIM #1] was bending over working. Mathis walked right behind her with his stomach to her back. I could see him lean downward and it appeared that he moved his right arm forward. [VICTIM #1] stood up quickly as if she was startled. She looked frantic and Mathis began to walk off. Shortly afterwards, other employees entered the area. I could not see the motion of his right arm due to the camera angle and the position of his body.

The warrant was granted and signed by Judge Williams (warrant number 2026-635WM). There was difficulty downloading the surveillance footage at this time; [REDACTED] advised that he will contact me once it is completed.

[End of Narrative]

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Case History:

5/15/26

BOND ORDER ISSUED FOR LAMUN MATHIS — $5,000 REQUIRED

What this means: A judge in the State Court of Henry County signed a bond order setting Lamun Mathis’s bond at $5,000, which must be secured by cash, property, or a surety (a bail bondsman). The bond order was filed in the clerk’s office on May 15, 2026, under case number 2026STSL1773-RBJ. The order includes two conditions Lamun Mathis must follow while out on bond. First, he must not violate any criminal laws at the federal, state, county, or municipal level. Second, he must stay completely away from the alleged victim — at their person, home, and place of work — and must not contact them in any way, directly or indirectly, or through any other person, by any means. The order warns that any violation of the no-contact provision could result in a separate charge of Aggravated Stalking under Georgia law.

5/22/26

ACCUSATION FILED — 4 COUNTS CHARGED AGAINST LAMUN MATHIS

What this means: Solicitor General LaShonda C. Harris formally filed criminal charges against Lamun Mathis in the State Court of Henry County on May 22, 2026, under case number 2026-ST-SR-1396, during the April Term 2026. An accusation is the formal charging document used in State Court — it works similarly to an indictment but does not require a grand jury. Four counts were filed. Count 1 charges Lamun Mathis with Sexual Battery under O.C.G.A. § 16-6-22.1, which means he is accused of intentionally making physical contact of an intimate nature with another person without their consent. Count 2 charges him with Simple Battery under O.C.G.A. § 16-5-23, meaning he is accused of making intentional physical contact of an insulting or provoking nature with another person. Counts 3 and 4 both charge him with Public Drunkenness under O.C.G.A. § 16-11-41, meaning he is accused of appearing in a public place in an intoxicated condition. Lamun Mathis is presumed innocent of all charges unless and until proven guilty in court.

5/26/26

NOTICE OF ARRAIGNMENT MAILED TO LAMUN MATHIS

What this means: The Clerk of State Court, Lynne M. Policaro, mailed a formal notice to Lamun Mathis on May 26, 2026, informing him that his arraignment — the hearing where he will be formally read the charges and asked to enter a plea — is scheduled for July 8, 2026, at 9:00 AM in Courtroom 2 of Henry County State Court. The notice advises that Lamun Mathis must appear in person and that if he does not have an attorney and believes he cannot afford one, he may ask the judge at the hearing to determine whether he qualifies for a court-appointed attorney. The notice also warns that failure to appear could result in his bond being forfeited.

6/25/26

AMENDED ACCUSATION FILED — 6 COUNTS CHARGED AGAINST LAMUN MATHIS

What this means: Solicitor General LaShonda C. Harris filed an amended accusation against Lamun Mathis in the State Court of Henry County on June 25, 2026, under case number 2026-ST-SR-001396, during the April Term 2026. An amended accusation replaces the original charging document filed on May 22, 2026, and expands the number of counts from four to six. Counts 1 and 2 both charge Lamun Mathis with Sexual Battery under O.C.G.A. § 16-6-22.1, meaning he is accused of intentionally making physical contact of an intimate nature with another person without their consent. Counts 3 and 4 both charge him with Simple Battery under O.C.G.A. § 16-5-23, meaning he is accused of making intentional physical contact of an insulting or provoking nature with another person. Counts 5 and 6 both charge him with Public Drunkenness under O.C.G.A. § 16-11-41, meaning he is accused of appearing in a public place in an intoxicated condition. Lamun Mathis is presumed innocent of all charges unless and until proven guilty in court.

7/8/26

ARRAIGNMENT SCHEDULED FOR LAMUN MATHIS

What this means: Lamun Mathis is scheduled to appear for arraignment on July 8, 2026, at 9:00 AM in Henry County State Court. At this hearing, the charges against him will be formally presented and he will be asked to enter a plea — typically guilty, not guilty, or nolo contendere (no contest). This is a standard step in the progression of a criminal case through the court system.

7/10/26

INMATE CALENDAR CALL HELD FOR LAMUN MATHIS

What this means: On July 10, 2026, Lamun Mathis appeared on the inmate calendar call in Henry County State Court. A calendar call is a routine court session where the judge checks the status of pending cases and confirms whether they are ready to move forward. An inmate calendar call specifically involves defendants who are currently in custody rather than out on bond.

7/10/26

APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT OF COUNSEL FILED BY LAMUN MATHIS

What this means: Also on July 10, 2026, Lamun Mathis filed an application asking the court to appoint an attorney to represent him at no cost. This typically means he is claiming he cannot afford to hire a private attorney. A judge will review the application to determine whether he financially qualifies for a court-appointed lawyer. If approved, an attorney will be assigned to represent him as the case moves forward.