A Northwest Georgia man, Damien Doming, was sentenced to life in prison on Tuesday, October 1, 2025, after a jury found him guilty of multiple severe child sexual abuse charges. The conviction stems from the sexual assault of a nine-year-old child, his former step-daughter, that occurred when they resided together in Ringgold.

Doming was convicted of Aggravated Sodomy on a Child Less than Ten Years of Age, Aggravated Child Molestation, Incest, and Child Molestation. The egregious crimes came to light in 2024 when the then nine-year-old victim bravely disclosed the abuse, which had transpired while Doming served as her stepfather.

The extensive investigation into the case was spearheaded by former Catoosa County Sheriff’s Office Detective Brittany Gilleland. The prosecution, led by Senior Assistant District Attorney Beth Evans, successfully presented the compelling evidence to the jury, securing Doming’s conviction.

Key support during the legal process was provided by a dedicated team, including Victim Advocate Shelby Armstrong, Chief Investigator Christy Smith, Investigator Daniel Thacker, and Administrative Assistants Rachel Moon and Annabelle Carter.

A crucial component of the investigation involved forensic interviews conducted by Senior Forensic Interviewer Holly Kittle of the Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC). The CAC, led by Director Anthony Dye, was identified as a critical partner in protecting the circuit’s children, providing a safe and supportive environment for the child to share her experience.

Catoosa County Superior Court Judge Chris Arnt handed down the life sentence to Doming, ensuring he will serve his remaining years in prison for the heinous acts committed against a vulnerable child.