Jamaal Abbott

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Name:
Abbott, Jamaal Desean

Date of Booking:
07/07/2026

Reason(s) For Booking:
Cruelty to Children 3rd Degree-Misd

Terroristic Threats and Acts – Felony

Obstruction of Officers-(M)

Officer’s Narrative:
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On 07/07/2026 at 1719 hours, I, Officer Opitz, was dispatched to [REDACTED], in reference to a physical domestic dispute. Upon arrival, I made contact with Ms. Lilly.

Ms. Lilly reported that earlier in the day her boyfriend, Mr. [VICTIM #1], came to her workplace and caused a disturbance. She advised she did not report that incident. Ms. Lilly stated she later returned to the apartment with Ms. [WITNESS #1] to retrieve her belongings. She stated they began arguing over the property. Ms. Lilly admitted she threw the apartment key until she was able to retrieve her belongings. She stated Mr. [VICTIM #1] then grabbed her, scratched her, and roughed her up.

She further stated Mr. [VICTIM #1] pushed Ms. [WITNESS #1] into a door. Ms. Lilly advised Mr. [VICTIM #1] later claimed he had been stabbed; however, she denied that any knife was involved. When asked if Mr. [VICTIM #1] had any injuries, Ms. Lilly stated she did not know what injuries he had and only stated that he had touched her. She advised she called 911 after the altercation. I observed no visible injuries to Ms. Lilly.

Ms. [WITNESS #1] advised she accompanied Ms. Lilly to assist her in retrieving her belongings. She stated Mr. [VICTIM #1] and Ms. Lilly were arguing over the property. Ms. [WITNESS #1] stated Mr. [VICTIM #1] rushed toward her while attempting to take property from her. She stated Mr. [VICTIM #1] had Ms. Lilly pinned against a wall. While describing the incident, Ms. [WITNESS #1] made a hand motion indicating a knife, so I separated her from Ms. Lilly and questioned her further.

Ms. [WITNESS #1] then admitted Ms. Lilly had armed herself with a knife during the argument, but Mr. [VICTIM #1] took it away from her. She stated the incident had already become physical and that both parties had been pushing one another. Ms. [WITNESS #1] further stated Mr. [VICTIM #1] grabbed Ms. Lilly around the neck in an attempt to disarm her. Ms. [WITNESS #1] pointed to her inner leg and stated it had been injured during the incident; however, I observed no visible injuries.

I then made contact with Mr. [VICTIM #1]. He displayed a cut to his hand and an abrasion on the top of his hand, which he stated occurred while taking the knife away from Ms. Lilly. He declined EMS. Mr. [VICTIM #1] advised he had instructed Ms. Lilly to move out by Wednesday. He stated Ms. Lilly wanted to talk, but he did not. He admitted they argued over the property.

Mr. [VICTIM #1] advised there were several knives throughout the residence and consented to my entering the residence to observe the scene. Inside the residence, I observed several knives on the kitchen counter, a knife block in the sink, and the knife reportedly used during the incident lying on top of a dog crate near the front door.

Mr. [VICTIM #1] stated Ms. Lilly grabbed a knife and began swinging it at him while yelling, “You better go get your gun before I stab you in your head.” He advised he was sitting on the couch when she approached him. He stated he was able to disarm her. He further stated Ms. [WITNESS #1] then entered the residence and attempted to remove property, but he took it back from her. Mr. [VICTIM #1] stated Ms. Lilly then grabbed another knife and again began swinging it at him. He advised he pushed her into a wall while attempting to disarm her. After the altercation, Ms. Lilly left the residence and called 911.

Photographs were taken of Mr. [VICTIM #1]’s injuries.

While officers remained on scene awaiting additional units, a Volkswagen SUV with an unknown registration entered the parking lot at a high rate of speed and stopped abruptly, sqealing the tires. Three individuals, later identified as Mr. Abbott, Ms. Drummond-Lard, and Ms. Conquest, exited the vehicle in an aggressive manner while yelling and screaming at Ms. Lilly.

Due to their aggressive demeanor and rapid approach, I drew my department-issued Taser and gave verbal commands for them to stop.

Mr. Abbott then yelled to Ms. Lilly, “I’ll kill you, b*tch.” Due to his aggressive behavior and the threat he made, I again pointed my Taser at Mr. Abbott and ordered him to place his hands behind his back. Mr. [VICTIM #1] attempted to intervene and calm Mr. Abbott. Mr. Abbott attempted to walk up the stairs toward the apartment despite my commands to stop. Mr. Abbott eventually sat down and placed his hands in front of him. As I attempted to place him into handcuffs, he forcefully pushed backward, causing me to lose my balance.

I maintained control by grabbing one of Mr. Abbott’s legs and pulling him off the stairs onto level ground. During the struggle, my Taser fell from its holster onto the ground. I immediately retrieved it and resecured it in my holster. At that time, Ms. Drummond-Lard aggressively approached officers. Officer Ullius was able to secure one handcuff on Mr. Abbott. Ms. Drummond-Lard then swung at Officer Ullius. I regained control of Mr. Abbott and secured him in handcuffs without further incident.

After being handcuffed, Mr. Abbott continued attempting to pull away from me toward Ms. Lilly. I repeatedly instructed him to calm down and advised him that Ms. Lilly was also being arrested in connection with the assault. Mr. Abbott continued yelling and resisting while we awaited additional officers.

Once additional officers arrived, they attempted to take Ms. Drummond-Lard into custody. During that arrest, Ms. Drummond-Lard struck Officer Ullius in the face. Mr. Abbott again attempted to pull away from officers toward Ms. Drummond-Lard and Ms. Conquest as they were being arrested.

Due to Mr. Abbott sweating heavily, maintaining control was difficult. I ultimately maintained control by holding his handcuffs and utilizing an arm hook escort hold. During the disturbance, Mr. [VICTIM #1] fled the area on foot. He later stated he ran because he was scared.

Officer Ford later advised me that a five-year-old female juvenile had been left unattended inside the Volkswagen SUV when Mr. Abbott, Ms. Drummond-Lard, and Ms. Conquest exited the vehicle. Officer Ford advised the child was visibly upset, crying, and witnessed the entire incident due to her close proximity. The juvenile was later released to family members.

Photographs were taken of all visible injuries and documented. Sergeant Del Giorno responded to the scene and was briefed on the incident. A Use of Force Report was completed and submitted to Lieutenant Wilcox. Officers involved completed supplemental reports documenting their individual involvement.

The following charges were obtained:

Ms. Lilly:** Aggravated Assault (Family Violence)
Mr. Abbott:** Obstruction (Misdemeanor), Cruelty to Children in the Third Degree, and Terroristic Threats
Ms. Drummond-Lard:** Obstruction (Felony) and Cruelty to Children in the Third Degree
Ms. Conquest:** Obstruction (Misdemeanor) [REDACTED BY AGENCY]

[End of Narrative]

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Case History:

There are listed co-defendants in this case. Please see Shakara Dominique Lilly, Felita Antoinette Drummond-Land, and Azzareya Eudell Conquest for additional information.

7/29/26

CONFLICT ATTORNEY APPOINTED TO REPRESENT JAMAAL DESEAN ABBOTT

What this means: The Houston County Public Defender’s Office had a conflict of interest in this case — meaning they were unable to represent Jamaal Desean Abbott, likely because they already represent another party connected to the case. When that happens, the court steps in and appoints an outside attorney. Savannah Camp, the Indigent Defense Coordinator for Houston Superior Court, sent a formal letter on July 29, 2026, requesting that attorney Matthew R. Pollard take over as appointed defense counsel for Abbott in Case No. 2026C0065170, which involves charges of Terroristic Threats and Acts and additional counts. Abbott was out of custody at the time the letter was sent, with no upcoming court date scheduled.

8/19/26

ATTORNEY MATTHEW POLLARD FILES ENTRY OF APPEARANCE AND DESIGNATION OF DISCOVERY

What this means: On August 19, 2026, attorney Matthew R. Pollard formally entered his appearance in Houston Superior Court, officially placing himself on record as the defense attorney for Jamaal Desean Abbott in Case No. 2026C0065170. Along with that, Pollard filed a designation of discovery, meaning Abbott’s defense is opting into the reciprocal discovery process under Georgia law (O.C.G.A. 17-16-2). Reciprocal discovery means both sides — the prosecution and the defense — agree to share evidence with each other before trial. The filing notes this applies even if formal charges have not yet been filed by indictment or accusation as of that date.