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Alt text: "Investigators search Lake Oconee for clues following the discovery of an empty fishing boat linked to the disappearance of Joycelyn Nicole Wilson and Gary Jones. The photo shows law enforcement officials near the shoreline, highlighting the ongoing search efforts

Search for Missing Coach Intensifies After Body of Spelman Instructor Found on Lake Oconee

Feb 13, 2025

Following the discovery of an empty boat on Lake Oconee, witnesses reported seeing a man and woman aboard prior to the boat being found. The ... read more

Alt text: "East Point police seek public assistance in identifying suspects in drive-by shooting that killed 24-year-old Quintavious Clark outside McDonald's on Virginia Avenue, near Bobby Brown Parkway and I-85."

East Point Police Seek Public Help in Tragic Drive-By Shooting Outside McDonald's That Left Man Dead

Feb 13, 2025

East Point police are requesting public assistance in identifying those responsible for a drive-by shooting that resulted in the death of 24 ... read more

"Atlanta police arrest Quinton Tucker, 38, in connection with the 2023 fatal shooting of Darryl Chambers at Hidden Pines apartments, highlighting ongoing crime concerns in southwest Atlanta."

Second Suspect Arrested in Fatal Atlanta Apartment Shooting of Darryl Chambers

Feb 13, 2025

A second suspect in the fatal shooting of 49-year-old Darryl Chambers at the Hidden Pines apartments in southwest Atlanta was arrested on Mo ... read more

"Forest Park police officer James Cameron Kea arrested on felony charges, including harassment and identity fraud, outside Fulton County jail in Atlanta, GA. The image captures the police presence and the serious nature of the allegations against the officer, highlighting ongoing concerns about

Forest Park Police Officer Arrested on 13 Felony Charges Including Stalking and Identity Fraud

Feb 13, 2025

On February 7, 2023, Forest Park police officer James Cameron Kea was arrested and charged with 13 felony offenses, including computer tresp ... read more

Alt text: "Cobb County authorities arrest Onri Zeron Crawford, 25, for the fatal shooting of 17-year-old Kenneth Collier Jr. in Austell, Georgia. The image shows police at the Residence at Riverside apartment complex where

Cobb County Man Arrested for Fatal Shooting of 17-Year-Old Anti-Gun Violence Advocate in Austell

Feb 12, 2025

Cobb County authorities have arrested Onri Zeron Crawford, 25, in connection with the fatal shooting of 17-year-old Kenneth Collier Jr. on J ... read more

"Procession honoring fallen Roswell police officer Jeremy Labonte, featuring officers in uniform and community members lining Crabapple Road, as they pay tribute to the 24-year-old officer shot in the line of duty, highlighting solidarity in north Fulton County."

Community Gathers to Honor Fallen Roswell Police Officer Jeremy Labonte in Emotional Procession

Feb 12, 2025

The law enforcement community in north Fulton County will honor fallen Roswell police officer Jeremy Labonte this afternoon with a processio ... read more

"Jessica Rock, Georgia's animal crimes prosecutor, advocates for abused animals and highlights the connection between animal abuse and human violence in Atlanta, Georgia. Her role is crucial in prosecuting cases of dogfighting and educating law enforcement about the impacts of animal

Georgia's Animal Crimes Prosecutor Jessica Rock Champions Justice for Voiceless Victims and Links Animal Abuse to Human Violence

Feb 12, 2025

Jessica Rock, Georgia's animal crimes prosecutor, advocates for animals and highlights the connection between animal abuse and human violenc ... read more

"Colin Gray, father of Apalachee High School shooting suspect, appears in Barrow County Superior Court for bond hearing, surrounded by family and supporters amid emotional victim statements regarding the tragic school shooting that left four dead and nine injured in Atlanta

Father of Apalachee High School Shooting Suspect Granted Bond Amid Community Outrage

Feb 11, 2025

On Tuesday, Colin Gray, the father of the Apalachee High School shooting suspect, was granted a $500,000 bond by Barrow County Superior Cour ... read more

"Unmanned boat circling Lake Oconee raises alarm as search continues for missing Westminster coach Gary Jones, following the recovery of Joycelyn Nicole Wilson's body; authorities investigate the tragic incident involving local Atlanta residents."

Mysterious Lake Oconee Incident: Woman Found Dead as Search Continues for Missing Westminster Coach

Feb 11, 2025

An unmanned boat was spotted circling Lake Oconee on Saturday, prompting a search by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources. The follow ... read more

"Snellville police investigate possible domestic-related murder-suicide scene on Westridge Drive, Atlanta, with officers examining the area where a man and woman were found with gunshot wounds."

Snellville Police Investigate Possible Domestic Murder Suicide After Tragic Shooting Incident

Feb 11, 2025

Snellville police are investigating a possible domestic-related murder-suicide that occurred on Monday evening around 6 p.m. in the 2200 blo ... read more

Alt text: "Uniform of Georgia State Trooper Jimmy Cenescar displayed at Paulding County High School in honor of his sacrifice in the line of duty, following his tragic death in January 2024 during a police pursuit."

Remembering Fallen Heroes: Georgia Trooper Jimmy Cenescar Honored at Paulding County High School After Tragic Line of Duty Deaths

Feb 11, 2025

Georgia state trooper Jimmy Cenescar was killed in January 2024 during a pursuit, and just weeks later, Trooper First Class Chase Redner, wh ... read more

Alt text: "Cobb County man Samuel Etuk, 38, convicted of criminal solicitation and influencing a witness, faces charges related to a 2021 armed robbery and murder-for-hire plot against a nail salon owner. Image shows courtroom scene

Cobb County Man Convicted of Murder-for-Hire Plot Against Woman He Robbed in 2021

Feb 10, 2025

Samuel Etuk, a 38-year-old man from Cobb County, has been convicted of criminal solicitation and influencing a witness related to a 2021 arm ... read more

"Memorial tribute for Roswell police officer Jeremy Labonte outside police headquarters in Atlanta, adorned with flowers and heartfelt mementos, honoring his sacrifice in the line of duty after being shot while responding to a suspicious person call."

Roswell Police Officer Jeremy Labonte Funeral Arrangements Announced After Tragic Line of Duty Death

Feb 10, 2025

Funeral arrangements have been made for Roswell police officer Jeremy Labonte, 24, who was fatally shot while responding to a suspicious per ... read more

"Gwinnett County police vehicle involved in fatal accident on Beaver Ruin Road, Atlanta, as officer responds to pedestrian struck outside crosswalk"

Gwinnett County Police Vehicle Strikes and Kills Pedestrian on Unlit Road in Tragic Incident

Feb 10, 2025

A man was struck and killed by a Gwinnett County police vehicle while crossing Beaver Ruin Road near Shackleford Road early Monday. The inci ... read more

Alt text: "Cleveland Clark, convicted hitman in the 2000 murder of Atlanta mother Michelle 'Sparkle' Reid Rai, now sentenced to life in prison after death penalty commuted due to intellectual disability claims. Image depicts Clark during a

Cleveland Clark Sentenced to Life in Prison for 2000 Murder of Atlanta Mother Sparkle Rai After Intellectual Disability Claims

Feb 10, 2025

Cleveland Clark, convicted in 2009 for the murder of 22-year-old Michelle "Sparkle" Reid Rai in 2000, has had his death sentence commuted to ... read more

"Patrol car outside Roswell Police Department adorned with flowers and mementos in memory of Officer Jeremy Labonte, who was tragically shot while on duty. Community support for fallen officer highlighted in local Atlanta crime news."

Roswell Community Honors Fallen Officer Jeremy Labonte with Heartfelt Tributes and Fundraiser Efforts

Feb 10, 2025

A patrol car outside the Roswell Police Department has been adorned with flowers in memory of Officer Jeremy Labonte, who was fatally shot w ... read more

"SWAT team officers breaking down the door of a southwest Atlanta townhome during a standoff related to a murder investigation, October 2024. The incident occurred at Oakland Park Townhomes where suspect Tyshier Denike was accused of killing his

Murder Suspect Arrested Following SWAT Standoff at Oakland Park Townhomes in Atlanta

Feb 09, 2025

On October 5, 2024, a shooting at Oakland Park Townhomes in southwest Atlanta resulted in the death of 28-year-old Eric Jones Jr., who suffe ... read more

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