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Name:
Ryans, Rodney Tirrell
Date of Booking:
02/15/2026
Reason(s) For Booking:
AGGRAVATED ASSAULT
TERRORISTIC THREATS AND ACTS
POSSESSION OF FIREARM OR KNIFE DURING CRIME
Officer’s Narrative:
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On February 14, 2026, at 0406 hours I Deputy Cameryn Cook and Deputy Tyler Holland were dispatched to [1500 BLOCK] Fifteenth St Apt [REDACTED] in reference to a gunshot wound.
Upon arrival, I observed Investigator Hoskins (738) in the breeze way out front of apartment [REDACTED] with a male (Rodney Ryans) who had sustained a self-inflicted gunshot wound to his left foot area. I made contact with the victim, [VICTIM #1] who stated that she and Ryans had gotten into a physical altercation in the living room. [VICTIM #1] stated when the altercation digressed, she and Ryan separated and she sat down at the kitchen island.
[VICTIM #1] stated that Ryans went into the front bedroom and emerged with a gun, pointing it at her stating “I will shoot you in the fu*king face”. [VICTIM #1] stated that she observed that Ryans squeezed the trigger to the firearm while pointing it at her but there was a malfunction with the firearm so while Ryans was attempting to fix the malfunction. [VICTIM #1] stated Ryans had the firearm pointing at the ground and it went off, causing a gunshot wound to his left foot area.
[VICTIM #1] stated that Ryans put the gun on the island and then fell to the ground so she grabbed the black Smith & Wesson 38 special revolver (S/N-221041) and put it in a drawer in the bathroom due to her kids being in the residence. Central EMS med unit 19 arrived on scene and rendered aid. Ryan’s was then escorted to Wellstar Hospital (1120 Fifteenth St.)
Investigator Walker (702), Mathis (706), Sizemore (717), and Investigator Sgt Brown (B-80) arrived on scene so the investigation was turned over to CID. The firearm was turned over to Sergeant Brown.
[End of Narrative]
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Case History:
2/19/26
ENTRY OF APPEARANCE — DEFENSE COUNSEL KYLIE BERUBE
What this means: Kylie Berube, the defense attorney for Rodney Tirrell Ryans, has officially entered the case and is now representing him in Richmond Superior Court.
3/2/26
NOTICE OF LEAD PROSECUTOR
What this means: The prosecution has designated which prosecutor will be the lead attorney handling the case against Rodney Tirrell Ryans.
3/5/26
BOND ORDER GRANTED
What this means: The court has approved a bond for Rodney Tirrell Ryans, allowing him to be released from custody while the case proceeds. He will need to comply with any conditions set by the court to remain free pending trial.
3/24/26
NOTICE OF LEAD PROSECUTOR
What this means: The prosecution has provided another notice regarding the lead prosecutor assigned to the case. This may indicate a change in assignment or a formal reconfirmation of the prosecutor’s role.
3/27/26
NOTIFICATION OF BOND/ADDRESS
What this means: Rodney Tirrell Ryans or his attorney has notified the court of his current address while he is out on bond. This information is required for the court to maintain contact with him.
4/28/26
INDICTMENT
What this means: A grand jury has returned an indictment against Rodney Tirrell Ryans, formally charging him with aggravated assault, terroristic threats and acts, and possession of a firearm or knife during a crime. An indictment means the grand jury found probable cause that he committed these offenses. He is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
6/10/26
ARRAIGNMENT CALENDAR
What this means: Rodney Tirrell Ryans is scheduled to appear in Richmond Superior Court at 9:00 a.m. for his arraignment. At this hearing, he will be informed of the charges against him and asked to enter a plea. The court will also address any outstanding bond or release conditions.
6/17/26
NOTICE OF DEFENDANT’S ELECTION TO PROCEED UNDER O.C.G.A. SECTION 17-16-1 AND CONSOLIDATED MOTIONS AND DEMANDS FOR DISCOVERY
What this means: Rodney Tirrell Ryans, through his defense attorney, has elected to proceed under O.C.G.A. Section 17-16-1 and has filed consolidated motions and demands for discovery. This means he is requesting that the prosecution provide all evidence, statements, scientific reports, and other materials related to the case so his defense can prepare. He is also asserting his right to a speedy trial.