Overview

• Kathan Guzman, convicted of murdering his ex-girlfriend Delila Grayson in 2022, was mistakenly released from Clayton County Jail on March 27, 2025.
• Jail staff misinterpreted court documents, confusing a motion not to prosecute one charge with his remaining felony murder and aggravated assault convictions.
• The error has raised significant public safety concerns, particularly given Guzman’s training as a mixed martial arts fighter, which heightens his threat level.
• The victim’s family, including her mother Christina Grayson, has expressed fear for their safety and criticized the delay in notifying the public about Guzman’s release.
• Law enforcement, including the U.S. Marshals Service, is actively pursuing Guzman, with the Clayton County Sheriff’s Office facing scrutiny over the procedural failure.