Sandy Springs radio host Big Tigger arrested on battery charges
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SANDY SPRINGS, Georgia — Darian "Big Tigger" Morgan, a well-known television and Atlanta radio personality and former host of BET's "Rap City," was arrested on June 20, 2026, on charges of aggravated battery and third-degree cruelty to children, according to Fulton County Jail records. Sandy Springs Police took Morgan into custody on Saturday morning, and he was booked into the county jail shortly afterward. He was released later the same day after posting $10,000 in surety bonds. Police have not disclosed incident details or confirmed whether the charges are linked to a May 2026 domestic dispute investigation involving his wife, Alicia Brown.
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Timeline
- May 2026: Police open domestic dispute investigation
- May 2026: Alicia Brown treated for injuries
- May 2026: Morgan named primary investigation suspect
- June 20, 2026: Sandy Springs police execute arrest
- June 20, 2026: Morgan booked into Fulton County Jail
- June 20, 2026: Surety bonds totaling $10,000 posted
- June 20, 2026: Morgan released later the same day
- After June 20, 2026: Police decline to disclose specifics
Why it matters
This arrest involves a high-profile community figure, Big Tigger. It's a reminder that domestic violence and child cruelty are serious issues, even among celebrities. If you're concerned about someone, reach out to local resources like the National Domestic Violence Hotline.
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