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Name:
Watson, Isaiah Kendrez
Date of Booking:
04/02/2026
Reason(s) For Booking:
Battery
Simple Battery
Disorderly Conduct
Officer’s Narrative:
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On April 2nd, 2026 at approx. 0121 hours I responded to 1702 N. Expressway (Waffle House), Griffin GA, 30223 in reference to a fight in progress. I responded in non-emergency mode and arrived on scene.
While en-route, Dispatch advised a suspect description of black male, wearing black in color shirt and black pants. Additional officers in the area were able to locate a subject matching the description in front of Red Roof Inn. Other officers on scene advised that they detained the subject, using double locked handcuffs, behind the back, checked for fit and placed him in the rear of a patrol vehicle. I advised the units to transport the subject back to the location,
Once on scene I met with [VICTIM #1] (VI), [VICTIM #2] (VI), [WITNESS #1] (WI), and [WITNESS #2] (WI). [VICTIM #1], [VICTIM #2], [WITNESS #1], and [WITNESS #2] advised that they are all employees of Waffle House.
[VICTIM #1] stated that he was in the parking lot of the Waffle House, relaxing after having finished up the evening customer rush. [VICTIM #1] stated that while outside, an unknown black male (later identified as Isaiah Watson), approached the resturant. [VICTIM #1] stated that Watson had come by the business on previous nights and used the restroom. [VICTIM #1] stated that Watson came by the location last date, starting problems with staff and causing a scene.
[VICTIM #1] stated that when Watson walked up this date, Watson became verbally irate and began yelling and cussing at him. [VICTIM #1] stated that Watson got in his face and attempted to slap him. [VICTIM #1] stated that [VICTIM #1] then hit him, so he defended himself. [VICTIM #1] stated that the physical altercation ended with both subjects falling on the ground. [VICTIM #1] stated that Watson was on top of him and reached into the front of his waist band. [VICTIM #1] stated that he threw Watson off of him and ran away.
[VICTIM #1] stated that following the physical altercation he and the other employees went back into the resturant. [VICTIM #1] stated that Watson attempted to force his way into the business but he was holding the door shut. [VICTIM #1] stated that while Watson was attempting to get into the business, Watson spit on him and on [VICTIM #2]. [VICTIM #1] stated that Watson had spit into his face and mouth. [VICTIM #1] stated that Watson was eventually able to get inside the business and continued yelling at the employees.
[VICTIM #1] stated that someone contacted 911 and that is when Watson ran away from the scene.
[VICTIM #1] stated that the customers who were on scene at the time of the incident left the location prior to law enforcement arriving on scene.
While speaking with [VICTIM #1] I observed visible, superficial injuries to [VICTIM #1]’s hand and arm. Ofc. Harp took pictures of the injuries using her department issued digital camera.
[VICTIM #1] stated that he was not feeling well following the altercation and requested medical attention. I notified Dispatch to have EMS en-route. EMS arrived on scene and treated [VICTIM #1]. [VICTIM #1] declined transport to the hospital.
I then met with [VICTIM #2]. [VICTIM #2] stated that she was able to de-escalate the situation with Watson last date. [VICTIM #2] stated Watson had been to the location multiple different times, attempting to start an altercation with difference employees. [VICTIM #2] stated that she observed the physical altercation between [VICTIM #1] and Watson,
[VICTIM #2] stated that she was standing behind [VICTIM #1] when Watson was attempting to gain entry and Watson spit on the right side of her face and right shoulder. [VICTIM #2] stated that she had since wiped off the spit and sanitized herself.
[WITNESS #1] and [WITNESS #2] advised that they both witnessed the physical altercation between [VICTIM #1] and Watson. Both advised that this was not the first time in which Watson had been to the location attempting to start problems with employees.
I then made contact with Isaiah Watson. Before and questioning I advised Watson of his Miranda Rights. Watson advised that he would speak with law enforcement without legal representation being present.
Watson stated that he walked to the location in order to use the restroom. Watson stated that when he arrived he observed several employees outside smoking. Watson stated that he attempted to greet them and converse. Watson stated that the employees began to state “why are you always coming up here?”
Watson stated that he and [VICTIM #1] exchanged words. Watson stated that the words escalated into “a scuffle” in the parking lot. Watson stated that he did not enter into the business and did not spit on any of the employees.
I was unable to view any security camera footage of the incident as no one was available to access the managers office.
[VICTIM #1], [VICTIM #2], [WITNESS #1] and [WITNESS #2] each completed a Victim/Witness Sworn Audio/Video Statement Form.
After gathering all required information, Ofc. Biddies transported Watson to Spalding County Jail for booking and holding.
I contacted Inv. Berry via telephone. Inv. Berry advised to submit a report.
Warrants will be obtained from a Spalding County Magistrate Judge for Isaiah Watson on the charges of Battery, Simple Battery, and Disorderly Conduct.
[End of Narrative]
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Case History:
4/3/26
ISAIAH WATSON ARRESTED AND BROUGHT BEFORE MAGISTRATE COURT — BOND SET
What this means: Isaiah Kendrez Watson was arrested on or around April 2, 2026, and appeared before Judge Adam Grubbs of the Magistrate Court of Spalding County for a first appearance hearing on April 3, 2026, at 7:50 AM. Watson is accused of two offenses: Battery (Warrant #26-EW-002510) and Simple Battery Provoke (Warrant #26-EW-002511). The case was bound over to the State Court of Spalding County, where it is now filed under Case No. 26FAH-0646. Judge Grubbs set bond at $3,000 for the Battery charge and $2,000 for the Simple Battery Provoke charge, meaning Watson could be released from jail by paying those amounts. The arresting officer is listed as Ptl. Phillip Johnson.
4/30/26
DEFENSE ATTORNEY ENTERS THE CASE — DISCOVERY DEMANDED
What this means: Attorney Harry J. Charles of The Jewkes Firm, LLC, based in Griffin, Georgia, filed a formal notice with the State Court of Spalding County stating that he is representing Isaiah Watson in Case No. 26FAH-0646. Along with entering the case, Charles filed a demand for discovery — a legal request requiring the prosecution to share the evidence it has gathered against Watson. This is a standard early step in a criminal defense, giving Watson’s legal team the opportunity to review the state’s case before any trial or hearing.