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Name:
Tootle, Marquis Dwayne
Date of Booking:
05/02/2026
Reason(s) For Booking:
AGGRAVATED ASSAULT
TERRORISTIC THREATS AND ACTS
TERRORISTIC THREATS AND ACTS
TERRORISTIC THREATS AND ACTS
Officer’s Narrative:
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On Saturday, May 2, 2026, at approximately 0621 hours, I was dispatched to [REDACTED BY AGENCY] in reference to a domestic in progress. SGT. Tomlinson (960) and I arrived on scene at 0631 hours. Once on scene, I observed a male and female actively arguing. The male, identified as Mr. Marquis Tootle, granted law enforcement permission to enter the residence. SGT Tomlinson (960) and I separated the two parties to hinder any further altercations.
I made contact with a Ms. [VICTIM #1], who advised she and her boyfriend, Mr. M. Tootle were arguing when she suddenly heard the sound of a gun being cocked once she walked inside of her sister’s, [REDACTED BY AGENCY], bedroom to get away from Mr. M. Tootle. Ms. [VICTIM #1] advised she and her sister, [REDACTED BY AGENCY] were in the bedroom when she heard the sound of a gun being cocked. Ms. [VICTIM #1] advised she never saw Mr. M. Tootle with a gun, nor did he point a gun at her. Ms. [VICTIM #1] advised Mr. M. Tootle owns a gun and described it as a small blue handgun.
Ms. [VICTIM #1] advised she did not know where the gun was and believes a friend of Mr. M. Tootle may have left the residence with it before law enforcement arrived. Ms. [VICTIM #1] stated she was in fact in fear for her life once she heard a gun being cocked. Ms. [VICTIM #1] advised the argument was over some insecurities Mr. M. Tootle has. Ms. [VICTIM #1] stated the argument began as she, Mr. M. Tootle, [REDACTED BY AGENCY] and Ms. [REDACTED BY AGENCY] were traveling in her vehicle from Club Frozen. Ms. [VICTIM #1] stated at some point during the car ride, Mr. M. Tootle made the statement, of; “I’ll kill all of y’all.” Ms. [VICTIM #1] advised she and Mr. M. Tootle did not get physical with each other.
[REDACTED BY AGENCY] advised she and Ms. [VICTIM #1] were inside of her bedroom when she heard the sound of a gun being cocked. [REDACTED BY AGENCY] advised Mr. M. Tootle and Ms. [VICTIM #1] were arguing outside of her bedroom. [REDACTED BY AGENCY] advised she heard Mr. M. Tootle say the following statement when Ms. [VICTIM #1] entered her bedroom. “Alright b*tch bet, b*tch bet.” [REDACTED BY AGENCY] stated she heard the sound of a gun being cocked shortly after hearing Mr. M. Tootle’s statement.
[REDACTED BY AGENCY] advised Mr. M. Tootle came into her bedroom and continued to argue with Ms. [VICTIM #1]. [REDACTED BY AGENCY] advised she did see Mr. M. Tootle with a gun tucked inside his waistband. [REDACTED BY AGENCY] described the gun she saw as a small black handgun. [REDACTED BY AGENCY] advised Mr. M. Tootle never pulled the gun out, nor did he point a gun at anyone. [REDACTED BY AGENCY] also stated she heard Mr. M. Tootle make the following statement during the car ride from Club Frozen. “I’ll kill all of y’all.”
Mr. M. Tootle advised the argument between him and Ms. [VICTIM #1] was about her not being home at the time they both agreed on. Mr. M. Tootle advised he did not have a gun, and no gun was present. Mr. M. Tootle stated he said, “click clack,” and that is the sound he believes Ms. [VICTIM #1] heard. Mr. M. Tootle advised he and Ms. [VICTIM #1] did not get physical with each other.
[REDACTED BY AGENCY] stated she was in the vehicle during the car ride from Club Frozen. [REDACTED BY AGENCY] stated she heard Mr. M. Tootle make the following statement. “I’ll kill all of yall.” [REDACTED BY AGENCY] advised they were approximately on Kelly Dr. in Hinesville when Mr. M. Tootle made the statement listed above. [REDACTED BY AGENCY] was not present at the residence of Ms. [VICTIM #1] and Mr. M. Tootle.
Ms. [VICTIM #1] and [REDACTED BY AGENCY] were issued a Victim’s Pamphlet with a case number and advised on how to obtain a copy of this report.
Mr. M. Tootle was identified as the primary aggressor based upon testimonial evidence. Mr. M. Tootle was placed in hand cuffs, which were checked for fit, double fit, behind his back. Mr. M. Tootle was searched for contraband, with no contraband found. Mr. M. Tootle was escorted to the rear of my patrol vehicle, which was searched for contraband, with no contraband found at the beginning of the shift. Mr. M. Tootle was placed in the rear of my patrol vehicle and transported to the Liberty County Jail. Mr. M. Tootle was released to the Booking Staff without incident.
The proper warrants pertaining to Mr. M. Tootle were taken out. I issued warrants pertaining to Mr. M. Tootle with the following charges.
-Simple Assault (Misdemeanor)
-3 counts of Terroristic Threats/Acts (Felony)
When I presented all 4 warrants to the Judge Silverman, he saw fit to up the Simple Assault (Misdemeanor) Charge to Aggravated Assault (Felony). Once the warrants were updated, Judge Silverman issued the warrants. Mr. M. Tootle was brought before Judge Silverman for a bond hearing, in which bond was denied.
[End of Narrative]
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Case History:
5/2/26
BOND DENIED — MARQUIS DWAYNE TOOTLE HELD WITHOUT BAIL
What this means: At a First Appearance Hearing, Judge Michael E. Silverman of the Magistrate Court of Liberty County denied bond for Marquis Dwayne Tootle on all four charges. The court found that releasing him would pose a danger to persons or the community and a risk of an additional felony being committed. Tootle was ordered held in the Liberty County Jail until his case could be heard in Superior or State Court. A Bond Denial Notification Order was issued to notify the Liberty County Clerk of Courts of this decision.
5/15/26
FIRST APPEARANCE HEARING HELD IN MAGISTRATE COURT
What this means: Marquis Dwayne Tootle appeared before the Magistrate Court of Liberty County for his formal First Appearance Hearing. The court reviewed the four felony charges against him — one count of Aggravated Assault – Family Violence (O.C.G.A. 16-5-21) and three counts of Terroristic Threats and Acts (O.C.G.A. 16-11-37(b)). Tootle was advised of his rights, including his right to remain silent and his right to an attorney. He indicated he wanted the services of a Public Defender. The court noted he was not under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Tootle requested a Commitment Hearing, which is a hearing where a judge determines whether there is enough evidence to hold him for trial.
5/15/26
COMMITMENT HEARING REQUESTED — LIBERTY COUNTY CLERK NOTIFIED
What this means: Following his First Appearance, the Magistrate Court of Liberty County issued a Commitment Hearing Notification Order for Marquis Dwayne Tootle. This document formally notified the Clerk of Liberty County Superior/State Court that Tootle had requested a Commitment Hearing. The four charges listed — Aggravated Assault – Family Violence and three counts of Terroristic Threats and Acts — are all felonies covered under warrant numbers 26-WF-006443C, 26-WF-006444C, 26-WF-006445C, and 26-WF-006446C. The order was signed on May 2, 2026, though filed on May 15, 2026.
5/15/26
BOND ORDER ISSUED — BOND DENIED ON ALL COUNTS
What this means: Judge Michael E. Silverman of the Magistrate Court of Liberty County issued a formal Order for Bond for Marquis Dwayne Tootle. Bond was denied on all four felony charges — Aggravated Assault – Family Violence and three counts of Terroristic Threats and Acts. The court cited danger to persons or the community and risk of an additional felony as reasons for the denial. Tootle was ordered held in the Liberty County Jail pending arraignment and final disposition of his case in Superior or State Court.
5/26/26
DEFENSE ATTORNEY MALCOLM PAGE ENTERS APPEARANCE FOR MARQUIS DWAYNE TOOTLE
What this means: Assistant Public Defender Malcolm Page of the Atlantic Judicial Circuit Public Defender’s Office filed a Notice of Appearance in the Superior Court of Liberty County, formally entering the case as defense counsel for Marquis Dwayne Tootle. This means Page is now the attorney of record representing Tootle. The case is filed under Case No. 2026-PR-212-MH in Liberty County Superior Court.
5/26/26
RULE NISI ISSUED — HEARING SCHEDULED FOR JUNE 15, 2026
What this means: The Superior Court of Liberty County issued a Rule Nisi in the case of Marquis Dwayne Tootle, Case No. 2026-PR-212-MH. A Rule Nisi is a court order that sets a motion for a hearing so both sides can be heard. The court ordered that a copy be served on the District Attorney and that the matter be heard on June 15, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. The order was witnessed by Judges Robert L. Russell III, Charles F. Rose Jr., D. Jay Stewart, and Glen A. Cheney of the Superior Court of Liberty County.
6/15/26
FORMAL ACCUSATION FILED — 4 COUNTS AGAINST MARQUIS DWAYNE TOOTLE
What this means: The Atlantic Judicial Circuit District Attorney, Billy J. Nelson Jr., filed a formal Accusation against Marquis Dwayne Tootle in the Superior Court of Liberty County, Case No. 2026-R-293, during the February Term, 2026. An Accusation is a formal charging document — similar to an indictment — that officially brings felony charges against a defendant in Superior Court. The four counts are as follows:
Count 1 charges Tootle with Aggravated Assault under O.C.G.A. 16-5-21, a felony.
Count 2 charges Tootle with Terroristic Threats under O.C.G.A. 16-11-37(b), a felony.
Count 3 charges Tootle with Terroristic Threats under O.C.G.A. 16-11-37(b), a felony.
Count 4 charges Tootle with Terroristic Threats under O.C.G.A. 16-11-37(b), a felony.
6/15/26
MARQUIS DWAYNE TOOTLE PLEADS GUILTY — PLEA AND SENTENCE RECOMMENDATION ENTERED
What this means: Marquis Dwayne Tootle entered a guilty plea in the Superior Court of Liberty County on this date under Criminal Action No. 2026-R-293. As part of a negotiated Plea and Sentence Recommendation agreed to by Tootle and District Attorney Billy J. Nelson Jr., Count 1 — originally charged as Aggravated Assault — was amended down to Simple Assault, a misdemeanor. Tootle pleaded guilty to Counts 1 through 4 as amended. The agreed-upon sentence is a total of 5 years to be served on probation, with all counts running concurrent. A $1,000 fine was also imposed.