Man who assaulted homeless woman last year sentenced to 12 years in prison

WARNER ROBINS – A man was sentenced to 12 years in prison after assaulting a woman in a parking lot last year, the Houston County District Attorney’s office said.

Christopher James Davis, 40, was sentenced in the Houston County Superior Court to 25 years with the first 12 years served in prison on March 20. According to a media release, Davis entered a guilty plea to the offenses of aggravated assault and intimidation of an older person. 

The incident occurred on Oct. 18, 2024 when Davis, without provocation, approached a 65 year old homeless woman in a public area. The release says he approached the victim and began yelling at her aggressively using profanity and threatening language. He walked away from the victim but then returned and began striking the victim with his hands, feet and hitting her with a metal pole.

The victim was found hours later by a concerned citizen and law enforcement and medical personnel were called. 

This case was investigated by officers of the Warner Robins Police Department. The lead investigator on this case was Det. Karmen Thompson. Davis was prosecuted by Houston County Chief Assistant District Attorney Greg Winters.

District Attorney Eric Z. Edwards said, “This case is a reminder that justice belongs to

everyone, regardless of their circumstances. No one should have to endure the kind of senseless violence that the victim in this case endured, and our office will continue to hold accountable those who prey on the most vulnerable members of society.”

He also thanked Thompson for her work on the case.

“I want to personally commend Detective Karmen Thompson for her outstanding work on this case. Karmen has built a reputation as one of the most thorough, relentless, and compassionate investigators in our justice system. Her dedication ensures that victims—no matter their situation in life—are seen, heard, and fought for. This outcome would not have been possible without her efforts, and our community is safer because of it.”

Chief ADA Greg Winters said, “This case highlights the importance of protecting all citizens from both physical and emotional harm. No one, no matter their stature in the community, deserves to be treated in the way Christopher Davis treated this victim. The District Attorney’s Office is committed to ensuring justice is served and that those who prey on vulnerable victims are held accountable for their actions.”