Grand Jury Indicted Two Men After Savannah Police Chase
A grand jury indicted Jawaun Marquise Heyward and Brandon Bernard Jenkins on numerous criminal charges.
Updated on Sept. 24, 2026 in Crime — General
A grand jury has issued indictments against Jawaun Marquise Heyward and Brandon Bernard Jenkins following a high-profile incident in Savannah. The charges stem from a series of vehicular collisions and a confrontation with a police patrol unit.
Why it matters
These indictments move the legal process forward for a series of events that disrupted traffic and threatened public safety on city streets. The legal system is now tasked with addressing multiple counts of assault and property damage related to the July incident.
Jawaun Marquise Heyward faces 11 charges, including three counts of hit-and-run and two counts of aggravated assault on a peace officer. Brandon Bernard Jenkins was indicted on two charges including marijuana possession and tampering with evidence.
The players
Jawaun Marquise Heyward
He is a 32-year-old individual facing 11 charges related to a police pursuit and vehicle collisions.
Brandon Bernard Jenkins
He is a 27-year-old individual who was indicted on charges of marijuana possession and tampering with evidence.
Savannah Police Department
This is the local law enforcement agency responsible for patrolling the city and managing the investigation.
The details
Jawaun Marquise Heyward allegedly struck a Savannah Police Department patrol vehicle while attempting to elude officers, in addition to causing damage to three other vehicles. The incident occurred across locations including Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and Julian Street.
Timeline
The initial incident involving the suspects occurred on July 4, 2026.
A grand jury issued the indictments on September 23, 2026.
Legal Context
The indictments reflect the state’s formal application of the Georgia uniform criminal code for aggravated assault on a peace officer. This case follows established procedural patterns for prosecuting felony charges resulting from vehicular pursuits in Chatham County.
Residents should remain aware of traffic safety and law enforcement presence in the area of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and Julian Street. No specific security alerts for the public have been issued following the conclusion of the grand jury proceedings.
The takeaway
The indictment serves as a reminder of the serious legal consequences for fleeing from law enforcement. Legal authorities continue to process these charges through the Chatham County judicial system.
Further reading
For more information on local judicial proceedings, visit the Crime — General section.
