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Name:
Roberts, Thomas Lee
Date of Booking:
02/09/2026
Reason(s) For Booking:
AGGRAVATED ASSAULT
AGGRAVATED ASSAULT
POSSESSION OF FIREARM OR KNIFE DURING CRIME
AGGRAVATED ASSAULT
CRIMINAL DAMAGE TO PROPERTY IN THE FIRST DEGREE
Officer’s Narrative:
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[NARRATIVE #1 on February 04, 2026]
On February 4, 2026, I, Deputy Tiyana Grimes (#324), was dispatched to Langdon Dr/Meadowbrook Dr (Vape Shop) in reference to an Aggravated Assault.
Upon arrival, I spoke to [VICTIM #1] (Victim/Wife), who stated that [VICTIM #2] (Victim/Husband), [VICTIM #3] (Victim/Cousin), and she were sitting in the driveway at [3500 BLOCK] Evangelina Dr (Residence) when an unknown black male approached the vehicle. [VICTIM #1] stated the unknown male asked “what type of time they were on”. [VICTIM #1] stated they replied they didn’t know what he was talking about and that they had nothing to do with it.
[VICTIM #1] stated that the unknown male pulled out a firearm and began to back away. [VICTIM #1] stated that when they left the residence, she thought they were shooting in the air. [VICTIM #1] stated that as they returned to the residence, they passed the suspect vehicle, and they began shooting at them. [VICTIM #1] stated that while the suspects chased their vehicle, a bullet struck the vehicle and grazed her. [VICTIM #1] stated the suspect continued to chase them on Kensington Dr W before wrecking their vehicle. [VICTIM #1] stated they continued to drive and stopped at Langdon Dr/Meadowbrook Dr.
I then spoke to [VICTIM #2], who stated that [VICTIM #1], [VICTIM #3], and he were sitting in the driveway at [3500 BLOCK] Evangelina Dr (Residence) when an unknown black male approached the vehicle. [VICTIM #2] stated the unknown male asked “what type of time they were on”. [VICTIM #2] stated they replied they didn’t know what he was talking about and that they had nothing to do with it.
[VICTIM #2] stated that the unknown male pulled out a firearm and backed away. [VICTIM #2] stated that the suspects chased their vehicle and struck it. [VICTIM #2] stated the suspect continued to chase them on Kensington Dr W before wrecking their vehicle. [VICTIM #2] also stated he believed this incident had something to do with his sons, [REDACTED] (Other) and [REDACTED] (Other).
I then spoke to [VICTIM #3], who stated that all he knew was that the suspect was chasing his vehicle, and that [VICTIM #2] snatched the steering wheel while they were being chased. [VICTIM #3] stated the suspect lost control of his vehicle and crashed on Kensington Dr.
While on scene, EMS responded and treated [VICTIM #1]’s injuries on scene. CID was notified and responded. The suspect’s vehicle was taken to 400 Walton Way for processing. Scene was turned over to CID.
[End of Narrative]
[NARRATIVE #2 on February 05, 2026]
On 02/05/2026 at approximately 11:45 AM, I, Corporal Kevin Cheillada (C21), along with Deputy Paul Whittenberger (C21P), were dispatched to 1022 Walton Way (Diablos) in reference to a stolen vehicle.
Upon arrival, deputies made contact with the complainant, [WITNESS #1], also known as “[WITNESS #1].” [WITNESS #1] advised that she had initially contacted the Sheriff’s Office at approximately 10:51 AM (CAD #26-026084) to report her friend’s vehicle stolen. [WITNESS #1] stated that her friend, identified as [REDACTED], had parked his vehicle approximately two days prior in front of her residence and then left town. [WITNESS #1] stated that when she left for work earlier that morning, the vehicle was no longer parked in front of the residence.
During the initial call, [WITNESS #1] was unable to provide a tag number or additional identifying information for the vehicle and advised she was unable to reach [REDACTED] at that time. [WITNESS #1] was instructed to contact the Sheriff’s Office again once she was able to obtain the required vehicle information.
[WITNESS #1] contacted the Sheriff’s Office again at approximately 11:45 AM, at which time deputies met with her at the same location. [WITNESS #1] advised that she had made contact with [REDACTED] and provided the vehicle’s Georgia license plate as [REDACTED].
[WITNESS #1] stated that [REDACTED] parked the white Chevrolet Trax approximately two days prior, around 5:00 PM, in front of her residence located at [1300 BLOCK] Conklin Avenue after being involved in a traffic accident nearby. [WITNESS #1] stated that [REDACTED] told her he was going out of town and left the keys inside the vehicle.
[WITNESS #1] stated that she did not operate the vehicle while it was parked at her residence; however, she did sit inside the vehicle and listen to music. [WITNESS #1] stated that she left the keys on the floorboard and the vehicle doors unsecured. [WITNESS #1] stated that when she left for work at approximately 9:00 AM on this date, the vehicle was no longer parked in front of the residence.
[WITNESS #1] was unable to provide [REDACTED]’ home address and stated that they were not closely involved in each other’s personal affairs. [WITNESS #1] advised that she and [REDACTED] were not boyfriend and girlfriend but indicated they had been involved in a romantic relationship for approximately four to five months.
A GCIC inquiry was conducted using Georgia tag [REDACTED], which revealed the vehicle had been listed as a suspect vehicle in a prior case report dated 02/04/2026. CID Sergeant Amos was contacted and responded to the scene, where he conducted an interview with [WITNESS #1].
The investigation was subsequently turned over to CID.
[End of Narrative]
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Case History:
2/13/26
NOTICE OF LEAD PROSECUTOR
What this means: The State has designated the prosecutor who will lead the case against Thomas Lee Roberts in Richmond Superior Court, Case No. 2026RCCR00514.
2/16/26
ENTRY OF APPEARANCE — STEPHEN CURRY
What this means: Stephen Curry, the defense attorney for Thomas Lee Roberts, has formally entered his appearance in the case, notifying the court that he is representing the defendant.
2/23/26
REQUEST FOR PRELIMINARY HEARING
What this means: The defense has requested a preliminary hearing, which is a court proceeding where the State must present evidence to show there is probable cause that Thomas Lee Roberts committed the crimes he is accused of. If probable cause is found, the case moves forward; if not, charges may be dismissed.
3/20/26
NOTICE OF LEAD PROSECUTOR
What this means: The State has provided notice of the lead prosecutor assigned to the case, likely confirming or updating the prosecutor designation from the earlier notice.
3/30/26
BOND HEARING
What this means: The court held a hearing to decide whether Thomas Lee Roberts should be released from custody before trial and, if so, under what conditions. The defendant is accused of aggravated assault (two counts), possession of a firearm or knife during a crime, and criminal damage to property in the first degree.
3/30/26
ORDER DENYING BOND
What this means: The judge ruled that Thomas Lee Roberts will not be released on bond and must remain in custody pending trial.
5/5/26
GRAND JURY RETURNS INDICTMENT — 7 COUNTS FILED AGAINST THOMAS LEE ROBERTS
What this means: A grand jury has reviewed the evidence and determined there is probable cause that Thomas Lee Roberts committed the crimes he is accused of. The indictment formally charges him with the following felonies, all dated 2/4/2026: Count 1, aggravated assault under O.C.G.A. § 16-5-21; Count 2, possession of a firearm during commission of a felony under O.C.G.A. § 16-11-106; Count 3, aggravated assault under O.C.G.A. § 16-5-21; Count 4, possession of a firearm during commission of a felony under O.C.G.A. § 16-11-106; Count 5, aggravated assault under O.C.G.A. § 16-5-21; Count 6, criminal damage to property in the first degree under O.C.G.A. § 16-7-22; and Count 7, possession of a firearm during commission of a felony under O.C.G.A. § 16-11-106. The case now proceeds to trial in Richmond Superior Court.
5/8/26
BOND ORDER — DENIED
What this means: The court has issued a written order confirming that Thomas Lee Roberts’s request for bond has been denied and he will remain in custody.
5/8/26
MOTION CALENDAR HEARING
What this means: The case was scheduled for a motion calendar hearing, where the court addresses pending motions filed by either side before trial.
5/19/26
NOTICE OF DEFENDANT’S ELECTION TO PROCEED AND CONSOLIDATED MOTIONS AND DEMANDS FOR DISCOVERY
What this means: Thomas Lee Roberts has notified the court of his election to proceed with the case and has filed consolidated motions and formal demands for discovery—requests for the State to provide evidence and information it intends to use at trial.
6/16/26
NOTICE OF ALIBI
What this means: The defense has filed notice that Thomas Lee Roberts intends to present an alibi defense at trial—meaning the defendant will argue he was not present at the location where the crimes are alleged to have occurred on 2/4/2026. The State is now required to be notified of this defense strategy in advance of trial.
6/17/26
ARRAIGNMENT CALENDAR
What this means: Thomas Lee Roberts is scheduled to appear for arraignment, where he will be informed of the charges against him and asked to enter a plea (guilty, not guilty, or nolo contendere). This is a standard procedural step in criminal cases.
6/18/26
NOTICE OF ALIBI
What this means: A second notice of alibi has been filed on behalf of Thomas Lee Roberts, further documenting the defendant’s intent to present alibi evidence at trial.
6/22/26
AMENDED PRETRIAL ORDER
What this means: The court has issued an updated pretrial order governing the procedures and deadlines leading up to trial for Thomas Lee Roberts’s case in Richmond Superior Court.
6/22/26
DEFENDANT’S ARRAIGNMENT
What this means: Thomas Lee Roberts appeared in court and was informed of the seven felony charges against him—three counts of aggravated assault, three counts of possession of a firearm during commission of a felony, and one count of criminal damage to property in the first degree. He was asked to enter a plea.
6/22/26
STATE’S DEMAND FOR DISCOVERY
What this means: The State has formally demanded that the defense provide discovery—evidence, witness information, and other materials in Thomas Lee Roberts’s possession that are relevant to the case. This is a reciprocal discovery obligation; both sides must exchange evidence before trial.
7/28/26
STATE’S DISCOVERY RESPONSES, MOTIONS NOTICES, AND DEMANDS
What this means: The State has provided its responses to the defense’s discovery requests, filed notices regarding pending motions, and made formal demands for discovery from the defense in the case against Thomas Lee Roberts. Both sides are now exchanging evidence and information relevant to the charges.
8/17/26
CALENDAR CALL
What this means: Thomas Lee Roberts is scheduled to appear for a calendar call at 9:00 AM in Richmond Superior Court. A calendar call is a brief court proceeding where the judge confirms that both sides are ready to proceed and addresses any last-minute scheduling or procedural issues before trial.