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Robert TONUCHIE Newton

Shelby County · Booked Feb 24, 2026

Booking #26102974

Personal Information

Date of BirthJun 26, 1997 (age 28 at booking)
RaceWhite
SexMale
Height5'7"
Weight230 lbs
HairBlack
EyesBrown

Tattoos / Scars / Marks

SCAR, HAND, LEFT; SCAR, HEAD, NONSPECIFIC

Robert Newton was booked in Shelby County on Feb 24, 2026 on 1 felony, including First Degree Murder and 4 other charges.

Charges (5)

Charge 1
FELONY

First Degree Murder

Original: Charge Code: 21015 Charge Description: FIRST DEGREE MURDER

TCA § 39-13-202

First degree murder occurs in five situations: (1) a premeditated and intentional killing; (2) a killing during the commission of certain dangerous felonies like robbery, burglary, kidnapping, or child abuse; (3) a killing caused by throwing or discharging a bomb or destructive device; (4) a killing during an act of terrorism; or (5) a killing during rape or aggravated rape. A conviction results in death, life without parole, or life imprisonment—except for those under 18 at the time of the offense, who cannot receive the death penalty.

Penalty: Violation

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Charge 2
PENDING

Haley’s Law

Original: Charge Code: 30900 Charge Description: AGGRAVATED CHILD ABUSE-CHILD U/8

TCA § 39-15-402

Committing child abuse, child neglect, or child endangerment in an aggravated manner (such as using a firearm or weapon, causing serious bodily injury, or causing substantial risk of death) is a Class B felony punishable by 8-30 years in prison and/or up to $25,000 in fines. If the conduct involves extreme cruelty or results in death, it can be elevated to a Class A felony.

Penalty: Class B felony; 8-30 years; fine up to $25,000

Max Jail: 8-30 yearsMax Fine: $25,000
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Charge 3
PENDING

Child Abuse and Child Neglect or Endangerment

Original: Charge Code: 71443 Charge Description: CHILD ABUSE/NEG U/6 YRS OLD

TCA § 39-15-401

Knowingly inflicting injury on a child under 18 (through non-accidental means) is child abuse, a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months 29 days in jail and/or up to $2,500 in fines. If the abused child is 8 years old or younger, the offense is elevated to a Class D felony punishable by 2-12 years in prison. Enhanced penalties apply for child neglect or endangerment with aggravating factors.

Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500

Max Jail: 11 months 29 daysMax Fine: $2,500
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Charge 4
PENDING

Child Abuse and Child Neglect or Endangerment

Original: Charge Code: 71443 Charge Description: CHILD ABUSE/NEG U/6 YRS OLD

TCA § 39-15-401

Knowingly inflicting injury on a child under 18 (through non-accidental means) is child abuse, a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months 29 days in jail and/or up to $2,500 in fines. If the abused child is 8 years old or younger, the offense is elevated to a Class D felony punishable by 2-12 years in prison. Enhanced penalties apply for child neglect or endangerment with aggravating factors.

Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500

Max Jail: 11 months 29 daysMax Fine: $2,500
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Charge 5
PENDING

Child Abuse and Child Neglect or Endangerment

Original: Charge Code: 71443 Charge Description: CHILD ABUSE/NEG U/6 YRS OLD

TCA § 39-15-401

Knowingly inflicting injury on a child under 18 (through non-accidental means) is child abuse, a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months 29 days in jail and/or up to $2,500 in fines. If the abused child is 8 years old or younger, the offense is elevated to a Class D felony punishable by 2-12 years in prison. Enhanced penalties apply for child neglect or endangerment with aggravating factors.

Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500

Max Jail: 11 months 29 daysMax Fine: $2,500
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Booking Details

Booking #26102974