A Georgia man will serve 20 years in prison for a prolonged and brutal domestic violence assault that left a woman with significant injuries.
David Ray Graham, 38, Woodstock, entered a negotiated guilty plea on June 5 to multiple charges, including two counts of family violence aggravated assault, false imprisonment, three counts of family violence battery, influencing a witness, and terroristic threats.
Superior Court Judge Jennifer L. Davis handed down a total sentence of 50 years, with the first 20 years to be served in prison and the remaining 30 years on probation.
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The charges stem from an investigation by the Cherokee Sheriff’s Office in March 2024. Deputies responded to Northside Cherokee Hospital after a report that a woman had been severely beaten inside a Woodstock residence.
The victim, who was receiving treatment for visible injuries, told investigators that Graham repeatedly punched and kicked her, threatened her with a machete and a hammer, and held her against her will throughout the night.
“Evidence in this case showed that over the course of one terrifying night, this defendant subjected a woman to prolonged and brutal violence,” said Deputy Chief Assistant District Attorney Rachel Ashe. She further emphasized that this was not an isolated incident, noting Graham’s history of abusing the victim and his attempts to threaten her from jail to pressure her into recanting her statements.
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The probation conditions include a strict no-contact order with the victim, mandatory participation in a family violence intervention program, evaluation and treatment for mental health and substance abuse issues, and community service.
District Attorney Susan K. Treadaway underscored the community’s commitment to combating domestic violence.
“Domestic violence threatens the safety of all citizens and has no place in our community. For this reason, we remain steadfast in our commitment to pursuing justice for all who are affected,” said Treadaway.
She also commended the Cherokee Sheriff’s Office and Northside Cherokee Hospital staff for their compassionate response and support for the victim.
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