Michael Browder

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Name:
Browder, Michael Wayne

Date of Booking:
09/22/2026

Reason(s) For Booking:
CRUELTY TO CHILDREN- 3RD DEGREE

CRUELTY TO CHILDREN- 3RD DEGREE

BATTERY

Officer’s Narrative:
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On September 21, 2026 I, Deputy T. Woods, responded to a call in regards to a family fight at [REDACTED].

On arrival I spoke with the complainant, Ms. [VICTIM #1], who stated she was baby sitting her roommates children and she had to discipline the oldest child. Ms. [VICTIM #1] stated while she was disciplining the child by popping her and talking to her the child’s grandfather, Mr. Michael Browder, grabbed her from behind by her hair and began punching her in the face. Ms. [VICTIM #1] stated Mr. Browder punched her several times while stating “I told you not to put your hands on my grandchild”. Ms. [VICTIM #1] stated after the assault Mr. Browder ran out of the residence and the oldest child locked the door.

I observed Ms. [VICTIM #1] at the neighbors house, where she ran for help, with blood running down her face from multiple cuts around her eye, and mouth. Ms. [VICTIM #1] was treated by ems and transported to Piedmont Newton. I also observed blood trough out the kitchen and back room of the residence where Ms. [VICTIM #1] stated the assault took place.

Warrants are being taken out against Mr. Browder for Battery/FVA and Cruelty to children in the third degree.

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[End of Narrative]

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Case History:

9/24/26

FIRST APPEARANCE HELD

What this means: Michael Wayne Browder appeared before Newton Superior Court on 9/24/2026 in connection with charges of cruelty to children in the third degree and battery. At a first appearance, the court informs the defendant of the charges, advises him of his rights, and typically addresses bail or bond conditions. This is the defendant’s initial court appearance after arrest, where he learned the formal charges against him and the court determined conditions for his release pending further proceedings.

10/1/26

DEFENSE COUNSEL ENTERS APPEARANCE

What this means: Katie Maddox entered her appearance as counsel for Michael Wayne Browder on 10/1/2026. The defendant’s attorney officially notified the court that she is representing him in this case. From this point forward, most communications between the court and the defendant go through his lawyer.