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Name:
Olds, Javin Gernelro
Date of Booking:
02/27/2026
Reason(s) For Booking:
Aggravated Assault
Aggravated Assault
Possession of Firearm or Knife During Certain Crimes
Possession of firearms-convicted felons
Possession of firearms-convicted felons
Possession of Firearm or Knife During Certain Crimes
Criminal Attempt
Criminal Attempt
Officer’s Narrative:
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On 11/10/2025 at approximately 1603hrs., I, Ofc. S. Bish, responded to 109 Latham Dr., in reference to shots fired with a reported person struck. In accordance with state law and department policy, I advised Dispach I would be enroute with my emergency lights and sirens activated.
Ofc. Wojtal and I arrived on scene together and were pointed toward the back of apartment [REDACTED] by citizens on scene. We were able to then locate the victim, Mr. [VICTIM #1], laying on the ground behind apartment [REDACTED]. After assessing Mr. [VICTIM #1], Officers were able to locate a single gun shot entrance wound to the front of the left side of his hip. Due to the location, a tourniquet was unable to be applied. Gauze was then placed on the wound and pressure held until Fire and EMS arrived.
While waiting on medical personell to arrive, Mr. [VICTIM #1] was asked what happened. He advised he did not know who shot him. He advised all he knew was that he stepped out of his car in front of his apartment when he was shot. Mr. [VICTIM #1] advised he then ran away and called 911. EMS and Fire personell took over care of Mr. [VICTIM #1] upon their arrival. During this interaction with Mr. [VICTIM #1], his phone was collected and handed to Capt. Styles to be turned over to the responding detective.
Once Mr. [VICTIM #1] was loaded into the ambulance, I followed the ambulance to I then stayed with Mr. [VICTIM #1] through his initial assessment by the hospital and placed into room EC21. Det. Thompson arrived on scene shortly after and began speaking with Mr. [VICTIM #1]. I then took possession of the sweatshirt and pair of shoes he was wearing during the incident and turned them in to the Property Division as evidence.
[End of Narrative]
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Case History:
3/9/26
PLEAS/BONDS HEARING SCHEDULED
What this means: A court hearing was set for March 12, 2026 at 9:00 AM in Houston County Superior Court where Javin Gernelro Olds would have the opportunity to enter a plea to the charges (aggravated assault, possession of firearm or knife during certain crimes, possession of firearms by convicted felons, and criminal attempt) and the judge would decide whether to set bail or bond.
3/10/26
PROSECUTOR ASSIGNED
What this means: Sandra Matson was assigned as the prosecutor (plaintiff’s attorney) to represent the State of Georgia in case 2026C0064526 against Javin Gernelro Olds.
3/11/26
PLEAS/BONDS HEARING RESCHEDULED
What this means: The pleas/bonds hearing was rescheduled from March 12 to March 26, 2026, at 9:00 AM.
3/11/26
DEFENSE ATTORNEY ASSIGNED
What this means: Charles E. Jones was assigned as defense counsel for Javin Gernelro Olds.
3/11/26
DEFENSE ATTORNEY FILES ENTRY OF APPEARANCE
What this means: Attorney Charles E. Jones of Jones and Oliver, P.C. in Fort Valley, Georgia formally filed paperwork with Houston County Superior Court confirming he was representing Javin Gernelro Olds in case 2026C0064526. This is a standard filing that puts the court and the prosecution on official notice of who the defense attorney is.
3/11/26
DEFENSE REQUESTS RECIPROCAL DISCOVERY
What this means: Attorney Charles E. Jones filed a notice on behalf of Javin Gernelro Olds invoking Georgia’s reciprocal discovery law (O.C.G.A. 17-16-2). This means the defense is formally requesting that the prosecution share its evidence — such as police reports, witness statements, and other materials — before trial. In exchange, the defense is also required to share certain evidence it plans to use.
3/17/26
DEFENSE ATTORNEY CHANGED
What this means: Nicole Fegan was assigned as defense counsel for Javin Gernelro Olds, replacing Charles E. Jones.
3/17/26
NICOLE FEGAN FILES ENTRY OF APPEARANCE
What this means: Attorney Nicole Fegan of Fegan Law, LLC in Atlanta filed her own entry of appearance in Houston County Superior Court, formally entering the case as counsel of record for Javin Gernelro Olds. The document is dated March 4, 2026 but was accepted by the court on March 17, 2026.
4/16/26
PLEAS/BONDS HEARING HELD — BOND DENIED
What this means: The pleas/bonds hearing took place on April 16, 2026, in Houston County Superior Court. The judge denied bond, meaning Javin Gernelro Olds will remain in custody pending trial.
4/28/26
GRAND JURY RETURNS INDICTMENT — TRUE BILL
What this means: A Houston County grand jury voted to formally indict Javin Gernelro Olds on three felony counts. The grand jury reviewed the evidence presented by prosecutor Sandra G. Matson and determined there was enough to proceed to trial. This is called a “True Bill.” The three counts are:
Count 1 — Aggravated Assault: Javin Gernelro Olds is accused of allegedly shooting the victim with a firearm on or about November 10, 2025, in Houston County.
Count 2 — Possession of Firearm During Commission of a Felony: Olds is accused of allegedly having a firearm on his person during the alleged aggravated assault on or about November 10, 2025.
Count 3 — Possession of Firearm by a Convicted Felon: Olds is accused of allegedly possessing a firearm on or about November 10, 2025, despite having a prior felony conviction — specifically a July 28, 2016, conviction out of Pasco County, Florida for trafficking cocaine, possession of cocaine, and possession of oxycodone.
8/5/26
ARRAIGNMENT SCHEDULED
What this means: An arraignment hearing was scheduled for August 5, 2026 at 9:00 AM in Houston County Superior Court. At an arraignment, Javin Gernelro Olds will be informed of the charges against him (aggravated assault, possession of firearm during commission of a felony, and possession of firearm by a convicted felon), his rights, and the potential penalties. He will also be asked to enter a plea — guilty, not guilty, or nolo contendere (no contest).
9/2/26
MOTION HEARING SCHEDULED
What this means: A motion hearing was scheduled for September 2, 2026 at 9:00 AM in Houston County Superior Court. At this hearing, either the prosecution or defense may present motions — such as requests to suppress evidence, dismiss charges, or compel discovery — and the judge will rule on them.