JERSEYVILLE – The first 18-year-old charged in connection with a video-recorded mob attack in Jerseyville has been released from custody after pleading guilty.
Hayden M. Womack, 18, of Grafton plead guilty to a Class 3 felony count of aggravated battery in a public place and a Class 4 felony count of mob action in Jersey County court on Aug. 24, 2026.
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Womack has since been released from custody with an ankle monitor and has been ordered to reside with a family member. His sentencing hearing is scheduled for Sept. 28, 2026 at 9 a.m.
As of this writing, the second 18-year-old suspect facing charges for his alleged role in the same incident remains in custody. Lucas C. Roberts of Jerseyville is scheduled for a preliminary hearing at the Jersey County Courthouse on Aug. 25, 2026 at 8:30 a.m.
All individuals charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
