A 21-year-old man from Jackson County has entered a no contest plea in connection with a 2023 shooting incident involving his pregnant girlfriend, according to court records.
Plea Deal Reached in Domestic Violence Case
Jayshawn Zimer Roberts pleaded no contest on March 24 to multiple charges, including:
- Assault with a dangerous weapon
- Carrying a concealed weapon
- Misdemeanor domestic violence
As part of the plea agreement, a more serious charge of using a firearm during the commission of a felony was dismissed.
Roberts is scheduled to be sentenced on May 28 before Richard Ball.
Details of the 2023 Shooting Incident
The charges stem from an incident that occurred on August 15, 2023, in Summit Township, Jackson County.
According to the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office:
- Deputies responded to reports of shots fired at a home on Francis Street around 7:38 p.m.
- The victim told officers she had been assaulted by her boyfriend during an argument
Authorities said the dispute centered around what to do about their unborn child.
Investigators reported that:
- Roberts allegedly urged the woman to have an abortion
- When she refused, he fired a handgun at her
- The bullet missed, and the suspect fled the scene before deputies arrived
Arrest and Evidence Recovered
Roberts was arrested six days later, on August 21, 2023, at a residence on W. Primilia Lane in Summit Township.
Following his arrest:
- Authorities executed a search warrant at the home
- Deputies recovered a loaded 9mm handgun believed to be connected to the incident
What Happens Next
Roberts now awaits sentencing, where he could face significant penalties based on the charges to which he pleaded.
The case highlights ongoing concerns surrounding domestic violence incidents involving firearms, particularly those involving vulnerable victims.