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Name:
Holden, Darren Rodriquez
Date of Booking:
03/28/2026
Reason(s) For Booking:
CHILD MOLESTATION-NON AGGRAVATED
CHILD MOLESTATION-NON AGGRAVATED
CHILD MOLESTATION-NON AGGRAVATED
CHILD MOLESTATION-NON AGGRAVATED
Officer’s Narrative:
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On 03/27/26 at 0904 hours, I, Deputy Joshua Williams, responded to Olive Road at Eagles Way, where I met with RCSS units PS48, Officer Jeff Stevenson, and PS39, Officer Jahanie Thompson, about a child molestation. Darren Holden was detained inside Officer Thompson’s patrol vehicle.
Thompson stated that he was dispatched to this location around 0900 hours on 3/27/26 regarding Holden exposing himself to children walking to Murphy Middle School, 1921 Eagles Way. Thompson stated he located Holden near the intersection of Olive Rd at Eagles Way. Thompson stated that when he approached Holden, he had his BWC activated.
Officer Thompson repeated Holden’s statement to me. Holden stated to Officer Thompson that he, Holden, told the children to kiss his a*s and pulled his pants down and showed his underwear to the kids. Officer Thompson stated that Officer Stevenson arrived. Officer Thompson stated that Holden began cursing and was detained inside Officer Thompson’s patrol vehicle. Officer Thompson stated that Holden had refused to identify himself.
Officer Stevenson stated that he located Officer Thompson and Holden speaking near the intersection of Olive Rd at Eagles Way. Officer Stevenson stated he had his BWC activated when he approached.
Officer Stevenson stated that Holden walked up to [WITNESS #1], who was inside the driver’s seat of the listed Chevrolet. Officer Stevenson stated that Holden told [WITNESS #1], “No motherfu*ker! I pulled my pants down and told them to kiss my black a*s!” Officer Stevenson stated that [WITNESS #1] stated that Holden showed his pe*is and a*s. Officer Stevenson stated that Holden said, “Yeah, yeah,” and placed his hands behind his back.
[WITNESS #1] stated that she was driving on Olive Road on 3/27/26 around 0850 hours to take her daughter, [REDACTED BY AGENCY] to Murphy Middle School. [WITNESS #1] stated that when she approached her right turn for Eagles Way, she observed Holden showing his naked butt with his hands positioned in a way that made her believe this was an intentional exposure. [WITNESS #1] stated that Holden was showing his naked butt to juvenile boys walking beside him.
[WITNESS #1] stated that when she drove by Holden, he turned around to face her, exposing his pe*is to her. [WITNESS #1] stated that she is unsure of whether [REDACTED BY AGENCY] saw Holden exposing his pe*is and naked butt at this time.
[WITNESS #1] stated that one of the boys walking had headphones on his head. [WITNESS #1] stated that this exposure happened in front of the green store on Olive Rd. [WITNESS #1] stated that after she dropped off [REDACTED BY AGENCY] she returned to make sure RCSS BOE police found Holden to stop him. [WITNESS #1] stated that she saw Officer Thompson and Officer Stevenson and stopped to speak with them.
Officer Thompson provided me with the names of the students victimized by Holden, whom he identified at this time: [REDACTED BY AGENCY].
I contacted my supervisor, Sergeant Kenneth McKenzie. CID was notified. Investigator Robert Ferraro responded. I transported Holden to the RCSO main office, 400 Walton Way. From 400 Way, I transported Holden to CBWDC on the listed charges.
[End of Narrative]
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Case History:
4/7/26
NOTICE OF LEAD PROSECUTOR
What this means: The State has designated a lead prosecutor for the case against Darren Rodriquez Holden in Richmond County Superior Court (Case No. 2026RCMC05579).
6/25/26
CASE TRANSFERRED TO STATE COURT FOR MISDEMEANOR PROSECUTION
What this means: Darren Rodriquez Holden’s case has been transferred from preliminary court proceedings to Richmond County State Court for misdemeanor prosecution. The case will now proceed in state court as a misdemeanor matter rather than continuing in a lower-level court.
6/30/26
ACCUSATION FILED — FOUR COUNTS OF PUBLIC INDECENCY
What this means: Darren Rodriquez Holden is accused of four counts of public indecency under O.C.G.A. Section 16-6-8. All four counts relate to alleged conduct on 3/27/2026. An accusation is a formal charging document filed by the prosecutor that sets out the specific charges and allegations against the defendant.
6/30/26
WARRANTS FILED WITH THE COURT
What this means: Original arrest warrants have been filed with the Clerk of Court in Richmond County in connection with the charges against Darren Rodriquez Holden.
7/6/26
DEMAND FOR SPEEDY TRIAL FILED
What this means: Darren Rodriquez Holden or his attorney has filed a demand for speedy trial. This is a formal request to move the case forward quickly, invoking the defendant’s constitutional right to a prompt trial.
7/6/26
NOTICE OF DEFENDANT’S ELECTION AND CONSOLIDATED MOTIONS AND DISCOVERY DEMANDS FILED
What this means: Darren Rodriquez Holden has elected to proceed under O.C.G.A. Section 17-16-20 et seq., which governs misdemeanor cases in Georgia. The defendant has also filed consolidated motions and demands for discovery (requesting evidence the State possesses), statements, scientific reports, and other materials relevant to the defense. An appearance has been entered for the defendant’s attorney.
7/10/26
ORDER FOR MENTAL EVALUATION RE: COMPETENCY TO STAND TRIAL
What this means: The court has ordered a mental evaluation of Darren Rodriquez Holden to determine whether he is competent to stand trial. Competency means the defendant understands the charges against him and can assist in his own defense. This evaluation is a standard procedure when competency is questioned.
8/10/26
SPECIAL PLEA OF INCOMPETENCY FILED
What this means: Darren Rodriquez Holden has filed a special plea of incompetency, asserting that he is not mentally competent to stand trial. This plea does not address guilt or innocence but rather whether the defendant is able to participate in the legal proceedings.
8/12/26
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RIGHTS
What this means: Darren Rodriquez Holden has signed an acknowledgement of rights, confirming that he understands his legal rights in the case.
8/12/26
JURY TRIAL SCHEDULED FOR 8/12/26
What this means: A jury trial has been scheduled for Darren Rodriquez Holden in Richmond County State Court. The trial is set to proceed on 8/12/26 at which time a jury will hear evidence and determine guilt or innocence.
8/13/26
WITNESS SUBPOENA ISSUED
What this means: A witness subpoena has been issued in the case against Darren Rodriquez Holden. A subpoena is a court order requiring a person to appear and testify at trial or another proceeding.