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Name:
Merriweather, Zykeria Kurshawna
Date of Booking:
02/14/2026
Reason(s) For Booking:
THEFT BY RECEIVING STOLEN PROPERTY FEL
CRIMINAL DAMAGE TO PROPERTY IN THE FIRST DEGREE
AGGRAVATED ASSAULT – 5 Counts
Officer’s Narrative:
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On 02132026, Deputy Alton Miller was dispatched to [1100 BLOCK] Dantiagnac St in reference to a shot being fired in the area. [VICTIM #1] (victim) informed dispatch that an unknown subject shot eight rounds into his house, damaging the front window.
Upon arrival, Deputy Miller was able to contact [VICTIM #1], who invited Deputy Miller inside. While walking into the residence, I witnessed that the front of the house was damaged. Once inside, I was informed that there were four kids in the house. [REDACTED BY AGENCY] (victim), hiding inside the bathroom, [REDACTED BY AGENCY] (victim) was inside his room sleeping, [REDACTED BY AGENCY] (victim) was inside her room on the floor, and [REDACTED BY AGENCY] (victim) was inside [VICTIM #1]’s room sleeping.
While inside the house, I saw a hole in the wall leading into [REDACTED BY AGENCY] room. [REDACTED BY AGENCY] stated she was inside her room sleeping when she heard the gunshot, and a round traveled into her room. [REDACTED BY AGENCY] stated she ran out of the room into the bathroom for cover.
[VICTIM #1] stated he was getting ready for work when he heard a loud notice coming from the front of the house. [VICTIM #1] stated he went to investigate and saw that his front window was damaged and heard gun shot following. [VICTIM #1] stated he did not see the subject, but saw a vehicle. [VICTIM #1] stated the vehicle was yellow but did not know the make or model. [VICTIM #1] stated he does have a ring camera near the front door but it did not capture the incident.
I searched the area but did not locate any cartridge casings.
I contacted CID and informed Sgt Evans of the incident. CID came out to the scene to conduct further investigation.
I issued a case card and informed the subject that a report would be documented. The case was turn over to CID.
[End of Narrative]
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Case History:
There are listed co-defendants in this case. Please see Zatoria Rikiah Griffin, Jaleel Shaheim Gantt, Eric Leon Merriweather Jr, Christian Deontez Williams, and Julianna Raven Rodriguez for additional information.
2/18/26
NOTICE OF LEAD PROSECUTOR
What this means: The State has designated the prosecutor who will lead the case against Zykeria Kurshawna Merriweather in Richmond Superior Court.
4/1/26
BOND ORDER GRANTED
What this means: The court has approved a bond for Zykeria Kurshawna Merriweather, allowing her release from custody while the case proceeds, subject to conditions set by the judge.
4/9/26
NOTICE OF BOND
What this means: The court has formally notified Zykeria Kurshawna Merriweather of the bond terms and conditions she must follow.
4/20/26
ORDER — BOUND OVER
What this means: After a preliminary hearing, the judge found probable cause that Zykeria Kurshawna Merriweather committed the crimes charged and ordered the case to proceed to superior court for trial.
4/28/26
GRAND JURY RETURNS INDICTMENT — 17 COUNTS FILED AGAINST ZYKERIA KURSHAWNA MERRIWEATHER
What this means: A grand jury has formally charged Zykeria Kurshawna Merriweather with 17 felony counts in Richmond County. The charges are: five counts of aggravated assault; six counts of possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony; two counts of criminal damage to property in the first degree; one count of criminal damage to property in the second degree; one count of theft by receiving stolen property; and one count of possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony. All charges relate to events on 2/13/26. An indictment means the grand jury determined there is sufficient evidence to proceed to trial.
4/28/26
NOTICE OF SUBSEQUENT INDICTMENT ASSIGNMENT LETTER
What this means: The court has assigned the case to a judge and notified the parties of the assignment following the grand jury indictment.
5/1/26
MOTION CALENDAR HEARING — 9:00 AM
What this means: Zykeria Kurshawna Merriweather and her attorney appeared before the court for a hearing on any pending motions in the case.
5/6/26
STATE’S DEMAND FOR DISCOVERY
What this means: The prosecution has formally requested that Zykeria Kurshawna Merriweather and her defense attorney provide evidence and information relevant to the case, as required by law.
5/6/26
WAIVER OF ARRAIGNMENT, DISCOVERY DEMAND, AND ENTRY OF APPEARANCE BY C. SCOTT CONNELL
What this means: Defense attorney C. Scott Connell has waived Zykeria Kurshawna Merriweather’s right to a formal arraignment hearing (where charges are read and a plea is entered) and has agreed to the State’s discovery demand. The attorney has also formally entered an appearance on behalf of the defendant.
6/10/26
ARRAIGNMENT CALENDAR HEARING — 9:00 AM
What this means: Zykeria Kurshawna Merriweather is scheduled to appear before the court for an arraignment hearing, where the charges will be formally presented and she will be asked to enter a plea.
9/9/26
CALENDAR CALL — 9:30 AM
What this means: Zykeria Kurshawna Merriweather and her attorney are scheduled to appear before the court for a calendar call, where the judge will review the status of the case and confirm readiness to proceed toward trial.
10/5/26
JURY TRIAL CALENDAR — 9:00 AM
What this means: Zykeria Kurshawna Merriweather is scheduled to appear before the court for a jury trial calendar hearing, where the judge will confirm that both sides are prepared for jury selection and trial to begin.
10/26/26
JURY TRIAL CALENDAR — 9:00 AM
What this means: Zykeria Kurshawna Merriweather is scheduled to appear before the court for another jury trial calendar hearing to confirm readiness for jury selection and trial.