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Name:
Gartrell, Jamarcus Octavious
Date of Booking:
06/16/2026
Reason(s) For Booking:
TERRORISTIC THREATS AND ACTS
AGGRAVATED ASSAULT
POSSESSION OF FIREARM OR KNIFE DURING CRIME
AGGRAVATED ASSAULT
AGGRAVATED ASSAULT
Officer’s Narrative:
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On Monday June 16, 2026 at 2306 Hours I, Deputy Omar Graham (312P) and Deputy Tyler Holland (312) responded to the listed address in reference to shots fired.
On arrival Trooper John Zebro (GSP408) located Jamarcus Gartrell (Arrested) fleeing down Broad St heading away from the scene. Deputies spoke to [WITNESS #1] (Witness) who stated that Gartrell attempted to enter the Metro bar with a handgun and was instructed to leave. After leaving from Metro Gartrell attempted to go into 1145 Broad St (Firehouse bar) but was stopped by [VICTIM #1] (Victim) who was working the door.
After being told he cannot enter the bar, Gartrell started to become irate. [WITNESS #1] attempted to calm Gartrell down but to no affect. [WITNESS #1] stated that Gartrell then took out his Glock handgun, racking it back twice ejecting one round that was later found in his person. Gartrell then fired at least one round towards the direction of the bar that had a number of patrons. Gartrell then began walking down Broad St hiding the firearm on the hitch of a parked truck.
One spent .40 round casing was found in front of the bar.
All further detailed information and evidence was turned over to CID Investigator Sgt. Brown (B80)
[End of Narrative]
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Case History:
6/22/26
MOTION TO SET BOND
What this means: Jamarcus Octavious Gartrell’s attorney filed a motion requesting that a bond be set in this Richmond County case. This is the first step toward potentially securing his release from custody while the case proceeds.
6/22/26
NOTICE OF APPEARANCE
What this means: Attorney Lucy Jackson Bell entered her appearance on behalf of Jamarcus Octavious Gartrell in Richmond Superior Court.
6/23/26
NOTICE OF LEAD PROSECUTOR
What this means: Rebecca R. Kelley is identified as the lead prosecutor handling the State’s case against Jamarcus Octavious Gartrell.
7/21/26
BOND HEARING HELD
What this means: A bond hearing was conducted at 9:00 AM in Richmond Superior Court to determine whether Jamarcus Octavious Gartrell would be released on bond pending trial. The judge heard arguments from both the defense and prosecution about whether conditions could be set that would ensure his appearance in court and protect public safety.
7/21/26
ORDER DENYING BOND
What this means: The court issued an order denying bond for Jamarcus Octavious Gartrell. This means he will remain in custody without bail while his case proceeds through the court system.
8/25/26
MOTION TO RECONSIDER BOND
What this means: Jamarcus Octavious Gartrell’s attorney filed a motion asking the court to reconsider its earlier decision to deny bond. This motion gives the defense another opportunity to present arguments for why the defendant should be released pending trial.
9/8/26
GRAND JURY RETURNS INDICTMENT
What this means: A grand jury indicted Jamarcus Octavious Gartrell on charges of terroristic threats and acts, aggravated assault (three counts), and possession of a firearm or knife during the commission of a crime (three counts). An indictment means the grand jury found probable cause that the defendant committed these offenses.
9/8/26
LIMITED ENTRY OF APPEARANCE AND CONSOLIDATED MOTIONS AND NOTICES
What this means: Additional counsel entered a limited appearance on behalf of Jamarcus Octavious Gartrell, and various pending motions and notices were consolidated for purposes of case management and scheduling.
9/8/26
WAIVER OF ARRAIGNMENT AND ENTRY OF PLEA OF NOT GUILTY
What this means: Jamarcus Octavious Gartrell waived his right to a formal arraignment hearing and entered a plea of not guilty to all charges. By waiving arraignment, he bypassed the initial appearance where charges would normally be read aloud and a plea entered; instead, this was handled through a written waiver.
9/29/26
MOTION CALENDAR HEARING SCHEDULED FOR 9/29/26
What this means: A motion calendar hearing is scheduled for 9:00 AM in Richmond Superior Court. At this hearing, the court will address any pending motions filed by either the defense or prosecution in Jamarcus Octavious Gartrell’s case.
11/10/26
SENTENCING CALENDAR HEARING SCHEDULED FOR 11/10/26
What this means: A sentencing calendar hearing is scheduled for 9:00 AM in Richmond Superior Court. This hearing will address sentencing matters related to Jamarcus Octavious Gartrell’s case, though the specific outcome will depend on the resolution of pending motions and the status of the case at that time.