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Name:
Hill, Jacob Lee
Date of Booking:
02/14/2026
Reason(s) For Booking:
Criminal Damage to Property-2nd Degree-Business
Terroristic Threats and Acts – Felony
Cruelty to children-1st Degree
Officer’s Narrative:
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On 02/15/2026 around the time of 1325 hours, I Deputy M. Davis responded to the address of [200 BLOCK] Castlebury Circle in reference to a Domestic Call.
Upon my arrival, I noticed a male juvenile sitting in the driveway. As I entered the residence, I noticed glass as well as a broken flowerpot, a broken mirror, and a damaged picture in the front entrance of the house. As I continued to walk in, I noticed a male who was Identified as Jacob Hill, standing in the living room area.
While observing Jacob, I noticed more glass on the floor of the living room area. Jacob was advised to place his hands behind his back and was placed in handcuffs double-locked and checked for proper fit. I searched Jacob’s left pocket and pulled out two cell phones and from the right pocket, pulled out a vape pin. I escorted Jacob to my unit and allowed him to enter to have a seat. I walked back toward the residence and spoke with Mrs. [VICTIM #1]. I asked [VICTIM #1] what happened, and she stated that Jacob had a PTSD episode (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) and damaged several items inside the house accusing her of possibly cheating on him.
While walking around the home, I noticed a broken glass in the kitchen on the floor with flowers next to it. I approached the master bedroom and noticed another broken mirror; the mattress damaged with an unknown cutting tool, a damaged monitor on the floor, and a broken night lamp next to the bed, the closet heavily disturbed with clothing thrown everywhere around the bathroom. While leaving the master bedroom, [VICTIM #1] showed me her son’s room (15 yr old juvenile) and I noticed the flat screen television was damaged as well as his gaming p.c. damaged on the floor.
While talking with [VICTIM #1], she stated that Jacob was standing in the kitchen at the corner of the counter and placed a black hand pistol on top of it with the barrel pointed at her. [VICTIM #1] mentioned that she was standing in the living room and walked toward the front and noticed Jacob rotating the gun in her direction. [VICTIM #1] added that Jacob made the comment “I will shoot someone and if he comes to my house, I will shoot him”.
[VICTIM #1] said that Jacob was referring to her ex-husband [REDACTED] who is the biological father of the juvenile. [VICTIM #1] added that she was too scared to give 911 any more information, so she sat the phone down and kept the line open so the dispatcher could listen. Deputy Bollinger, [VICTIM #1], and I attempted to locate the whereabouts of the weapon inside the house but could not find it anywhere.
After an hour and a half search [VICTIM #1] mentioned that Jacob damaged another television in one of the spare rooms. [VICTIM #1] added that when she cleans up the home and locates the gun, she will notify us. [VICTIM #1] added that she could not give an estimate of the damage but stated that she would print out an invoice and email it to Deputy Bollinger.
I captured photos of the damage and [VICTIM #1] was provided with the case number. I left the residence toward my unit and placed Jacob in a seatbelt. I transported Jacob to Jail where he was turned over to the staff. I went back to my unit and checked the rear seats as well as the floorboard for any possible contraband but did not find anything.
Jacob will be charged with Terroristic Threats (16-11-37), Criminal Damage to property in the 2nd Degree (16-7-23) and Cruelty to Children in the 1st Degree (16-5-70)
[End of Narrative]
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Case History:
2/19/26
DEFENSE ATTORNEY NICHOLAS WHITE ENTERS APPEARANCE FOR JACOB LEE HILL
What this means: Attorney Nicholas White officially notified the Houston County court that he will be representing Jacob Lee Hill in this criminal case. Hill is accused of criminal damage to property, making terroristic threats, and first-degree cruelty to children. When a defense attorney enters an appearance, it means they are now the official legal representative for the defendant and will handle all future court communications and proceedings.
2/19/26
DEFENSE REQUESTS DISCOVERY FROM PROSECUTION
What this means: Jacob Lee Hill’s attorney Nicholas White formally asked the prosecution to turn over evidence they plan to use against Hill. This includes police reports, witness statements, photos, videos, lab results, and any other materials related to the charges of criminal damage to property, terroristic threats, and cruelty to children. Discovery is a standard part of the legal process that ensures both sides have access to the evidence before trial.
2/26/26
PLEAS/BONDS HEARING SCHEDULED
What this means: The Houston County court scheduled a hearing for Jacob Lee Hill on February 26, 2026, at 9:00 AM. At this hearing, the court will address bond conditions (whether Hill will be released before trial and under what restrictions) and may discuss potential plea options. Hill is accused of criminal damage to property, making terroristic threats, and first-degree cruelty to children. His attorney Nicholas White will represent him at this hearing.
6/11/26
DEFENSE ATTORNEY FILES MOTION TO WITHDRAW FROM JACOB LEE HILL’S CASE
What this means: Attorney Nicholas White asked the Houston County Superior Court to stop representing Jacob Lee Hill because Hill did not pay his legal fees. The motion was sent to the District Attorney’s Office and to Hill himself. Hill has 10 days to object if he disagrees. He can hire a new attorney, represent himself, or ask for a public defender.
6/23/26
GRAND JURY RETURNS INDICTMENT — 1 COUNT FILED AGAINST JACOB LEE HILL
What this means: A Houston County grand jury formally indicted Jacob Lee Hill on June 23, 2026, under case number 2026-C-0064482, during the April Term 2026 of Houston Superior Court. The grand jury voted “True Bill,” meaning they found enough evidence to move the case forward to trial.
Count 1 — Criminal Damage to Property in the Second Degree: Jacob Lee Hill is accused of intentionally damaging household items, televisions, computers, and a laptop belonging to the alleged victim on or about February 14, 2026, in Houston County, without the alleged victim’s consent, by throwing and breaking those items. The alleged damage exceeded $500.00. This charge is a felony under Georgia law.
8/5/26
JUDGE GRANTS ATTORNEY NICHOLAS WHITE’S REQUEST TO WITHDRAW FROM JACOB LEE HILL’S CASE
What this means: A Houston County Superior Court judge signed an order on August 5, 2026, officially allowing attorney Nicholas White to withdraw from representing Jacob Lee Hill in case number 2026C0064482. This means White is no longer Hill’s attorney of record. Jacob Lee Hill will need to hire a new attorney, represent himself, or request a court-appointed public defender going forward.
9/9/26
ARRAIGNMENT SCHEDULED FOR JACOB LEE HILL
What this means: Jacob Lee Hill is scheduled to appear in Houston County Superior Court on September 9, 2026, at 9:00 AM for an arraignment in case number 2026C0064482. An arraignment is a formal court hearing where the defendant is read the charges against him and enters a plea — typically guilty, not guilty, or no contest. This is a standard early step in the court process following an indictment.