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Alt text: "Scene from Stockbridge neighborhood where murder suspect Derrick Rankin was involved in a standoff with law enforcement after shooting an Atlanta police officer. The image shows police vehicles and emergency responders outside a residential home, highlighting the intense situation following Rank

Murder Suspect Dead After Standoff with Police in Stockbridge Neighborhood Following Officer Shooting

Aug 29, 2024

A murder suspect, Derrick Rankin, 33, is dead following a standoff with law enforcement in Stockbridge after he allegedly shot an Atlanta Po ... read more

"Funeral service for slain Carroll County deputy Taylor Bristow at Mount Holly Church, attended by law enforcement and community members, honoring the fallen officer who died in the line of duty during a GBI investigation into child sexual exploitation."

Tragic Loss of Carroll County Deputy Taylor Bristow: Funeral Announced After Fatal Shooting During Child Exploitation Warrant Service

Aug 29, 2024

The funeral for slain Carroll County deputy Taylor Bristow will take place on Thursday, following his tragic death after being shot while se ... read more

Alt text: "Crime scene outside Barberlon barber shop on Howell Mill Road in northwest Atlanta, where a 34-year-old man was shot to death during an argument early Wednesday morning, as police investigate the targeted incident."

Shooting Outside Atlanta Barber Shop Leaves One Man Dead in Early Morning Incident

Aug 29, 2024

A 34-year-old man was found shot to death outside the Barberlon shop on Howell Mill Road in northwest Atlanta on Wednesday morning. Accordin ... read more

Alt text: "DeKalb County school bus accident scene on River Road, with a bus overturned in a ditch and emergency responders attending to injured children after a crash involving multiple vehicles, highlighting the importance of student safety in Atlanta."

DeKalb County School Bus Crash Injures Multiple Children and Driver, Parents Express Concern

Aug 29, 2024

A school bus crash occurred on Wednesday morning around 8:30 a.m. in the 4200 block of River Road, resulting in minor injuries to several ch ... read more

"Police arrest Juwan Frazier and Erica Favors in DeKalb County for fatal shooting of Dericko Hall at Citgo gas station, Candler-McAfee area, Atlanta, August 2023."

Two Arrested in Fatal DeKalb County Gas Station Shooting Sparked by Comment to Child

Aug 29, 2024

Juwan Frazier, 22, and Erica Favors, 43, have been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of 32-year-old Dericko Hall at a Citgo gas ... read more

Alt text: "Carroll County Sheriff’s Office honors fallen Investigator Taylor Bristow, who was tragically shot while serving a warrant in Atlanta, leaving behind a wife and two children. A memorial with flowers and tributes is set up outside the

Carroll County Deputy Taylor Bristow Dies After Being Shot in Line of Duty, Community Mourns Loss

Aug 29, 2024

The Carroll County law enforcement community is mourning the loss of Investigator Taylor Bristow, who died from injuries sustained while ser ... read more

"Traffic congestion in Atlanta during busy event weekend with MARTA transit options highlighted for UGA vs Clemson football game and Dragon Con festival, emphasizing public transportation to avoid delays."

Atlanta Weekend Events Cause Traffic Chaos: MARTA Tips for Football, Festivals and Fun

Aug 29, 2024

This weekend in Atlanta features a variety of events, including UGA's football game against Clemson at Mercedes-Benz Stadium and Georgia Tec ... read more

"Carroll County Investigator Taylor Bristow's funeral service at Mount Holly Church in Carrollton, attended by law enforcement officers and family, honoring the hero who died in the line of duty while serving a warrant related to child sexual exploitation. Brist

Heroic Carroll County Investigator Taylor Bristow Remembered for Dedication to Family and Service at Heartfelt Funeral

Aug 29, 2024

Carroll County Investigator Taylor Bristow, 30, was remembered for his dedication to family, friends, and his role in law enforcement during ... read more

"Fayette County man Kenneth Hardin Jr. arrested in Covington, Louisiana, for the murder of his wife Carrie Hardin, highlighting a tragic domestic violence case linked to gun violence and substance abuse."

Fayette County Man Arrested in Louisiana for Allegedly Killing and Burning Wife's Body

Aug 29, 2024

Kenneth Hardin Jr., 39, was arrested on Thursday in Covington, Louisiana, after being identified as the suspect in the murder of his wife, C ... read more

"Scene of a police shooting in Eastman, Georgia, where a deputy was injured and a man was killed after a 911 call about livestock blocking the road. The image shows Dodge Avenue and Mt. Moriah Street intersection, highlighting the location

Gunfire Erupts in Central Georgia After Livestock Block Road, One Dead and Deputy Injured

Aug 29, 2024

A 911 call about livestock obstructing a road in Eastman, Dodge County, on Tuesday morning resulted in a fatal confrontation between a man a ... read more

"22-year-old Terry Lee Rose III arrested in Newnan, Georgia, for murder after allegedly stabbing a man behind a Dollar General store following previous drug possession and public indecency charges. Image shows police at the crime scene with emergency vehicles responding to

Coweta County Man Released on Signature Bond Charged with Murder Days Later Under New Georgia Law

Aug 29, 2024

Terry Lee Rose III, a 22-year-old Coweta County man, was initially charged with drug possession and public indecency but was released from j ... read more

"Former Florida sheriff's deputy Eddie Duran charged with manslaughter for the fatal shooting of 23-year-old airman Roger Fortson from DeKalb County, highlighting ongoing issues of police violence and accountability in Atlanta."

Former Florida Sheriff Deputy Charged with Manslaughter in Fatal Shooting of DeKalb Airman Roger Fortson

Aug 29, 2024

A former Florida sheriff's deputy, Eddie Duran, has been charged with manslaughter in the fatal shooting of 23-year-old airman Roger Fortson ... read more

Alt text: "Pleasant Grove Park in Whitfield County, Georgia, where four young men were tragically shot and found dead, prompting the arrest of a 16-year-old suspect on murder charges. The park is located just north of Dalton,

Teen Arrested for Murder After Four Young Men Found Dead in North Georgia Park Shooting

Aug 29, 2024

A 16-year-old has been arrested on murder charges following the deaths of four young men found shot in Pleasant Grove Park in Whitfield Coun ... read more

"Atlanta Police Department's beloved mounted patrol horse Oreo, who assisted in the apprehension of carjacking suspects and burglaries, stands proudly in uniform before his passing at age 21, remembered for his vibrant personality and crucial role in community policing."

Oreo the Beloved Atlanta Police Horse Passes Away After a Decade of Service and Community Bonding

Aug 29, 2024

Oreo, a former competition horse who served with the Atlanta Police Department's Mounted Patrol Unit for over 10 years, passed away at the a ... read more

"20-year-old Jesus Monroy granted $56,000 bond for the murder of his pregnant ex-girlfriend Mia Campos in Gwinnett County, Atlanta, as he faces charges of malice murder and feticide."

Gwinnett County Man Granted Bond in Case of Pregnant Teen's Homicide as Investigation Continues

Aug 29, 2024

Jesus Monroy, a 20-year-old man charged with the malice murder of his pregnant ex-girlfriend Mia Campos, was granted a $56,000 bond during a ... read more

"Image of a somber memorial for 8-year-old Noah Bush, who tragically drowned in a construction pit in southeast Georgia, highlighting the community's call for justice following the sentencing of two young boys involved in his death. The memorial features candles

11 Year Old Sentenced in Drowning Death of 8 Year Old Georgia Boy Sparking Outrage and Calls for Justice

Aug 29, 2024

An 11-year-old was sentenced on October 5, 2023, to two years at a youth detention facility for his role in the drowning death of 8-year-old ... read more

"Crime scene at Grandview condominiums in Buckhead, Atlanta, where two men were found fatally shot in a unit, highlighting rising concerns about violence in high-rise residential areas."

Buckhead Tragedy Two Men Found Dead in High-Rise Condo Shooting Investigation Underway

Aug 29, 2024

On Tuesday, two men were found fatally shot at the Grandview condominiums in Buckhead, located in the 3400 block of Lakeside Drive. Police d ... read more

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