John Larue

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Name:
Larue, John Henry

Date of Booking:
06/21/2026

Reason(s) For Booking:
AGGRAVATED ASSAULT

FALSE IMPRISONMENT

Officer’s Narrative:
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On 06/21/2026 at approximately 1332 hours, I was dispatched to [REDACTED BY AGENCY] in reference to a domestic in progress. The complainant, John LaRue, told central dispatch that his wife, [REDACTED BY AGENCY], threw a plate of hot food at him and punched him. Central dispatch advised they heard [REDACTED BY AGENCY] saying Mr Larue choked her.

Upon arrival I made contact with Mr Larue who stated he and [REDACTED] had a verbal disagreement. He stated, during the altercation, [REDACTED BY AGENCY] went in to the bedroom and locked the door. He told her to open the door and, when she did not, he pushed the door in, which caused the door frame to break. He advised he broke the door in because he thought [REDACTED BY AGENCY] was going to overdose on pills as he believed [REDACTED BY AGENCY] was having a manic episode, stating had suicide attempts in the past.

He stated that when he got into the bedroom, [REDACTED BY AGENCY] threw a plate with hot food at him. He stated the plate hit him on his shoulder and head before it ricocheted and hit the ceiling fan. Mr Larue stated she told him she wanted to leave and was attempting to gather clothing from the closet.

He advised that he grabbed [REDACTED BY AGENCY] hands. He stated that during the tussle, [REDACTED BY AGENCY] slapped him in his face with an open hand and then a closed fist. Mr Larue stated, after she punched him, he grabbed her neck with both hands. I did not observe any visible bruises on Mr Larue.

[REDACTED BY AGENCY] stated she and Mr Larue had a verbal disagreement. She stated Mr Larue was following her around the house and calling her names. She advised she went into the bedroom to avoid Mr Larue, but he broke down the door and came towards her. She stated she threw a plate with food up in the air because she was aggravated.

[REDACTED BY AGENCY] stated she started to pack some of her belongings because she wanted to leave, but Mr Larue held her down in the closet. She stated that he first held on to her hands and then her neck with both his hands and squeezed. She stated that when Mr Laure squeezed her neck, she could not breathe. [REDACTED BY AGENCY] stated she kicked Mr Laure in the groin, and that was when he released her neck. [REDACTED BY AGENCY] advised that everything after that was a blur. I observed some bruises on [REDACTED BY AGENCY] neck. EMS arrived on scene to check if she sustained any injuries.

Mr Larue was arrested for aggravated assault (strangulation) and false imprisonment. He was handcuffed, double locked, and checked for fit. He was placed in the back of Ofc Kalista’s patrol vehicle, seatbelted, and transported to LCJ, where he was released to jail staff. Warrants were applied for the above-mentioned charges.

A victim’s rights pamphlet, along with a CRN and information on how to obtain a copy of this report, was issued to was [REDACTED BY AGENCY].

[End of Narrative]

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Case History:

6/22/26

BOND SET FOR JOHN HENRY LARUE — $2,000 SURETY, $4,000 PROPERTY

What this means: Judge Michael E. Silverman of the Liberty County Magistrate Court signed an Order for Bond setting the total bond for John Henry Larue at $2,000 in surety (meaning a bail bondsman can post it) and $4,000 in property. The bond breaks down by warrant: $1,000 surety / $2,000 property for the Aggravated Assault – Family Violence charge (Warrant 26-WF-006756C), and $1,000 surety / $2,000 property for the False Imprisonment – Family Violence charge (Warrant 26-WF-006757C). If Larue could not meet bond, he was to remain in the Liberty County jail until his case was resolved.

6/24/26

FIRST APPEARANCE HEARING HELD IN LIBERTY COUNTY MAGISTRATE COURT

What this means: John Henry Larue appeared before the Liberty County Magistrate Court for his First Appearance Hearing. This is a required early court date — typically held within 48 to 72 hours of arrest — where a judge informs the defendant of the charges against them, advises them of their rights, and addresses bond. Larue was facing two felony charges: Aggravated Assault – Family Violence (O.C.G.A. 16-5-21) and False Imprisonment – Family Violence (O.C.G.A. 16-5-41). The court noted that Larue requested the services of a public defender and was advised to contact the Public Defender’s Office as soon as possible. The court also noted that Larue indicated he cannot read or write well enough to fill out an application.

7/2/26

DEFENSE ATTORNEY CHESTER J. GREGG ENTERS APPEARANCE FOR JOHN HENRY LARUE

What this means: Attorney Chester J. Gregg of Balbo & Gregg, Attorneys at Law, P.C., filed a formal Entry of Appearance in Liberty County Superior Court on July 2, 2026, notifying the court that he is now the attorney of record representing John Henry Larue in Case No. SUPR2026000284. This means all future court notices, calendars, and filings in this case are to be directed to Gregg’s office.

7/2/26

JOHN HENRY LARUE ELECTS RECIPROCAL DISCOVERY

What this means: Also on July 2, 2026, attorney Chester J. Gregg filed a notice on behalf of John Henry Larue in Liberty County Superior Court (Case No. SUPR2026000284) electing to have Georgia’s reciprocal discovery statutes — O.C.G.A. §§17-16-1 through 17-16-9 — apply to this case. In plain terms, this means the defense is formally requesting that both sides share evidence with each other before trial. Under these statutes, the prosecution must turn over evidence it plans to use, and in exchange, the defense agrees to do the same. This is a standard pre-trial step in felony cases.