No tolerance for senseless violence and robberies

by | Nov 30, 2022 | Conviction Alert, news

Prior to trial, Demetrius Grant Williams pled guilty to Aggravated Assault and Robbery by Force. On October 5, 2020, Williams forced his way into a local hotel room where the victim was staying while working in Macon. Williams produced a firearm, and a struggle ensued as he pistol whipped the victim, causing the firearm to discharge and graze the victim’s head. Before leaving, Williams grabbed the victim’s money from the nightstand. Williams was sentenced to twenty years, with the first ten to be served in prison.
“My Office has no tolerance for senseless violence and robberies. EVERYONE in our community must be safe in the places where they live or stay.” DA Howard
The Macon Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office especially thanks the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office for their assistance with this prosecution and all they do to make our community safer for all.
Michael Lipford Trial Continued in Peach County

Michael Lipford Trial Continued in Peach County

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