Two Rome residents have been arrested in connection with a series of vehicle break-ins that reportedly resulted in the theft of firearms and electronics over the past several months.
According to arrest reports, Zier Ny’Kese Williams, 17, is accused of breaking into multiple vehicles and stealing several items, including two handguns and a laptop computer.
Authorities said Williams allegedly broke into a Buick LaCrosse and stole a Taurus G3 9mm handgun, and also entered a Subaru Forester and took a Ruger P9 9mm handgun. The firearms were reported stolen on July 4, 2026, and had a combined value of approximately $660.
Reports state that Devon Deontae Williams, 21, allegedly participated in one of the July vehicle break-ins alongside Zier Williams.
Investigators also accuse Zier Williams of breaking into a Mazda Grand Touring on September 6, 2026, and stealing an Apple MacBook. He is further accused of entering another vehicle at Movies at Berry Square on October 13, 2026.
During the execution of an arrest warrant, authorities said Devon Williams refused to comply with officers’ commands and attempted to flee on foot before being taken into custody.
Zier Williams is charged with four counts of felony theft by taking from an automobile and three counts of entering an automobile with intent to commit a crime.
Devon Williams faces charges of theft by taking from an automobile and felony theft by taking.
