Seven days. That was all the time that passed between Michael Fuller being placed on probation for shooting at his own aunt and his decision to shoot his own cousin.
On April 22, 2025, Fuller inserted himself into a dispute that had nothing to do with him. And rather than walk away, he opened fire on the very family member trying to keep the peace.
Today, the Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office announces that Fuller will pay the full price for that choice.
On March 31, 2026, following a revocation hearing, the court revoked Fuller’s First Offender status, formally adjudicated him guilty on the original charge of Aggravated Assault, and imposed the maximum sentence permitted by law.
Fuller will serve 19 years in the Georgia Department of Corrections. The April 22, 2025 shooting occurred when Fuller, rather than retreating to his home, chose to involve himself in an argument between his cousin and another individual.
His cousin, who was attempting to defuse the situation, was shot by Fuller, who then continued to point the firearm at her before fleeing the scene.
His violent actions were a clear violation of the First Offender probation he had been placed on just one week prior for shooting at his aunt.
District Attorney Anita Howard stated, “This office will not stand by while repeat offenders treat their probation as a license to continue harming others. Fuller had every opportunity to turn away. Instead, he shot a family member who was simply trying to help.
The maximum sentence handed down by the court sends a clear message that violence within our community, including within families, will be met with the full force of the law.”
The outcome reflects the seriousness with which the Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office treats repeat violent offenders and its commitment to the safety of every member of this community.