Law enforcement activity in Dade County remained steady over a 48-hour window ending April 13, with arrests ranging from domestic violence and child endangerment to alcohol-related offenses. The latest Dade County Sheriff Arrest Report 4/13/2026 details a series of bookings that highlight a mix of violent crime, traffic violations, and underage alcohol consumption.
The records, which span from the early hours of April 11 through the morning of April 13, indicate a variety of charges processed through the local jail. Although some detainees were processed for local offenses, others were held on behalf of outside agencies, reflecting the county’s role in regional law enforcement coordination.
Among the most serious entries is the arrest of Timothy Robert Speer, 38, of Trenton. Speer was taken into custody during the early hours of April 11 and faces charges of aggravated assault and battery involving family violence. These charges suggest a high-priority response by deputies to a domestic disturbance, though specific details regarding the incident have not yet been released by the sheriff’s office.
DUI and Child Endangerment Charges
Public safety concerns were a recurring theme in the weekend’s reports, particularly regarding impaired driving. David Rodney Canterbury, 34, also of Trenton, was arrested shortly after midnight on April 12. Canterbury faces a three-count charge sheet, the most severe of which is DUI involving the influence of multiple substances.
Of particular concern to officials was the additional charge of DUI-endangering a child under the age of 14. This specific charge elevates the legal stakes of the arrest, as Georgia law treats the endangerment of a minor during a DUI offense with increased severity. Canterbury was also cited for a required tag light on his vehicle.
The legal implications for these types of charges typically involve mandatory court appearances and potential license revocations. For those seeking to understand the broader legal framework for such offenses, the Georgia Department of Driver Services provides guidelines on license suspensions related to DUI convictions.
Underage Alcohol and Obstruction
The reports also highlight a confrontation involving a young adult on April 12. George Paul Steven Weiss, 20, of Vincent, Indiana, was arrested at 2:37 a.m. Weiss faces three charges: furnishing, purchasing, and possession of alcoholic beverages by a person under the legal age, as well as being a public drunk.
The encounter with law enforcement escalated, resulting in a third charge of willful obstruction of law enforcement officers, classified as a misdemeanor. This sequence of events suggests a volatile interaction between the suspect and responding deputies during the processing of the alcohol violations.
Traffic-related arrests continued into the afternoon of April 12. Keara Twyla Dennison, 34, was booked after being stopped for an improper lane change and failure to maintain her lane. Upon further investigation, deputies discovered Dennison was driving while her license was suspended or revoked, leading to two total charges.
Summary of Recent Bookings
| Name | Primary Charge | Total Charges |
|---|---|---|
| Timothy Robert Speer | Aggravated Assault / Family Violence | 2 |
| David Rodney Canterbury | DUI (Multiple Substances) / Child Endangerment | 3 |
| George Paul Steven Weiss | Underage Alcohol / Obstruction | 3 |
| Keara Twyla Dennison | Driving with Suspended License | 2 |
Regional Coordination and Processing
Not all arrests in the report stemmed from local criminal activity. Justin Tyler Higdon, 29, of Flinstone, was processed on April 11 at 2:29 p.m. According to the report, Higdon was “housed for other agency,” a common procedure where a local jail holds a suspect on behalf of another jurisdiction’s warrant or investigation.
This administrative process ensures that suspects are secured while the requesting agency arranges transport. It underscores the inter-agency cooperation required to manage fugitives and suspects across county lines in the Georgia-Tennessee-Alabama border region.
For residents tracking these reports, the Dade County Sheriff’s Office serves as the primary authority for local bookings. Official updates regarding bond amounts, court dates, and case dispositions are typically managed through the Georgia Superior Court Clerks’ Cooperative Authority.
Disclaimer: All individuals mentioned in this report are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Arrest reports are a matter of public record and do not constitute a conviction.
The next phase for these individuals will involve initial appearances and bond hearings to determine their status pending trial. Official updates on these cases will be available as the court filings are processed in the coming weeks.
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