A March 17 break-in on Logan Street in Over-the-Rhine has landed a man identified in Hamilton County court records as Donta Smith back before a judge, after a woman told authorities he forced his way into her home and assaulted her. Court filings state Smith has punched the victim several times in the past and later bombarded her with threatening calls and texts, including a chilling message that reportedly read, "I'll kill you." He is expected to appear in court on Monday morning on multiple charges tied to the incident.
What court records show
According to WKRC Local 12, Hamilton County court documents say Smith broke into the Logan Street residence and assaulted the woman inside. The records also detail prior physical assaults and list harassment counts connected to the alleged threatening calls and texts. The WKRC report included a photo credited to the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office.
Police processing and records
Booking and custody information in this case runs through the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office, which offers an online inmate search tool and a public tip form. The sheriff's office website also outlines options for reporting concerns and checking an individual's custody status. For official case filings and court dockets, the Hamilton County Clerk of Courts serves as the public records repository.
Legal next steps
Smith's expected Monday appearance is likely to be an initial arraignment, where the court formally reads the charges and considers bail and a schedule for future hearings. The Hamilton County Clerk of Courts maintains public dockets and felony arraignment listings that will reflect any new filings and upcoming court dates. At this stage, prosecutors will determine the exact charges to pursue and whether to ask the court to keep Smith in custody while the case moves forward.
Resources and safety
Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information is urged to contact the police or use the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office online tip form. Survivors and others affected by domestic or gender-based violence can reach out to Women Helping Women's 24/7 hotline at 513-381-5610 (call or text) for immediate support and advocacy. Authorities are asking anyone with information related to this case to come forward to assist investigators.
