Suspect Arrested After Alleged Assault at Warner Robins Dunkin' Donuts

Shemaiah King, 43, accused of attacking relative with knife and fleeing in victim's vehicle

Mar. 13, 2026 at 6:53pm

Shemaiah King, 43, was arrested after allegedly assaulting a relative with a knife at a Dunkin' Donuts in Warner Robins, Georgia. King then fled the scene in the victim's vehicle, leading to a police pursuit that ended when officers struck King's vehicle to stop him.

Why it matters

Violent crimes like aggravated assault are concerning for the local community, and this incident raises questions about public safety and the need for effective law enforcement response to protect residents.

The details

According to police, King allegedly produced a knife and assaulted a relative after an argument at the Dunkin' Donuts on Watson Boulevard. King then left the scene in the victim's vehicle, prompting a police pursuit. The Houston County Sheriff's Office assisted by using their vehicle to strike King's car and end the chase, which was seen as necessary to stop the 'continuing threat to the public'.

  • The incident occurred on Thursday at the Dunkin' Donuts on Watson Boulevard in Warner Robins.
  • King was arrested and charged on Friday, according to the police news release.

The players

Shemaiah King

A 43-year-old man accused of aggravated assault, fleeing police, and other charges related to the incident at the Dunkin' Donuts.

Warner Robins Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that responded to the incident, identified the suspect, and apprehended him after a pursuit.

Houston County Sheriff's Office

The county law enforcement agency that assisted the Warner Robins Police Department by using their vehicle to strike King's car and end the pursuit.

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What’s next

King is being held in custody and is expected to face a judge in the coming days to determine if he will be granted bail.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the need for effective law enforcement response and coordination to address violent crimes in the local community, while also raising concerns about public safety and the factors that may contribute to such acts of aggression.