Comedian Katt Williams jailed in Ga. over burglary
DIONNE WALKER (AP) 16 minutes ago
DIONNE WALKER (AP) 16 minutes ago
ATLANTA Comedian and rapper Katt Williams remained jailed Monday in suburban Atlanta after police said they arrested the entertainer for breaking into a home and stealing thousands of dollars worth of jewelry and coins. Williams, who police say is 38, is charged with burglary and criminal trespassing, according to Coweta County Sheriff's Office Maj. James Yarbrough. A Coweta County magistrate set bond at more than $41,000 Monday afternoon. A detention officer at Coweta County Jail confirmed Williams remained in custody after the hearing.
Yarbrough said the Sunday night incident happened at a home in Newnan, about 38 miles southwest of Atlanta. Yarbrough said the victim identified in a police report as Daniel Broach called police around 9 p.m. to report the comedian broke into his home and stole items. Williams had a crowbar when he entered and is accused of taking $3,555 in jewelry and collectable coins.Yarbrough said police believe the entertainer was in Georgia working on a film.