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Alt text: "Scene of the Monroe County parking lot where a man was shot after exchanging gunfire with deputies, following a search for John Monroe Barnes wanted on felony terroristic threats. The CVS at Tift College Drive and Patrol Road is visible in

Monroe County Man Shot After Gunfire Exchange with Deputies Outside CVS Store

Apr 01, 2025

On Tuesday, a man was shot in a Monroe County parking lot following an exchange of gunfire with deputies. The incident occurred at a CVS in ... read more

"Emergency responders at Heritage Station apartment complex in southwest Atlanta, where a woman was found dead due to an accidental injury, highlighting local crime news and police investigations."

Woman Found Dead in Southwest Atlanta Apartment Complex in Accidental Death Investigation

Apr 01, 2025

A woman was found dead at the Heritage Station apartment homes in southwest Atlanta on Sunday, around 2:45 p.m. Authorities reported that sh ... read more

Alt text: "Gwinnett County courtroom where Dennisa Mary Vega and Jahlin Javante Corey were sentenced to 15 years for the abuse and death of 10-month-old Amir Vega, highlighting the serious consequences of child abuse in Atlanta."

Gwinnett County Couple Sentenced to 15 Years for Death of Baby Amir Vega in Child Abuse Case

Apr 01, 2025

A Gwinnett County mother, Dennisa Mary Vega, and her boyfriend, Jahlin Javante Corey, both 33, were sentenced to 15 years in prison for the ... read more

"Georgia state Senate chamber where House Bill 123, aimed at preventing the execution of intellectually disabled individuals, was passed, promoting fair treatment in death penalty cases."

Georgia Bill to Protect Intellectually Disabled from Death Penalty Heads to Governor's Desk

Mar 31, 2025

On Monday, House Bill 123, which aims to prevent intellectually disabled individuals from being sentenced to death in Georgia, passed the st ... read more

Alt text: "Crime scene in southwest Atlanta where a shooting occurred on Joseph E. Lowery Boulevard, resulting in one man's death. Police investigate the incident linked to a domestic situation involving the victim and his sister."

Sister Involved in Fatal Shooting of Man in Southwest Atlanta Neighborhood

Mar 31, 2025

A shooting in southwest Atlanta on Sunday afternoon resulted in the death of one man, according to police. Officers responded to the 100 blo ... read more

"Crime scene at Heritage Station apartment complex in southwest Atlanta, where a fatal stabbing occurred on McDaniel Street, highlighting ongoing safety concerns and previous crime investigations in the area."

Stabbing Death Shakes Troubled Southwest Atlanta Apartment Complex Amid Ongoing Crime Concerns

Mar 30, 2025

A person was fatally stabbed at the Heritage Station apartment complex in southwest Atlanta on Sunday, around 2:45 p.m. The victim's identit ... read more

Alt text: "Rockdale County deputies investigate the scene where a man was found dead in the front yard of a home near Hurst Road and McDaniel Mill Road in Conyers, Atlanta, following a reported shooting incident."

Man Found Shot Dead in Front Yard in Rockdale County Investigation Underway

Mar 30, 2025

Deputies are investigating the death of a man found in the front yard of a home in Rockdale County on Sunday morning. The Rockdale County Sh ... read more

Alt text: "Community members gather outside the Reflections on Sweetwater Apartments in Gwinnett County, Atlanta, to support Chakia Carter in the search for her missing son, Indi Bullock, highlighting the emotional impact of the tragic incident involving the

Community Mourns 5-Year-Old Indi Bullock Found Dead After Tragic Search in Gwinnett County

Mar 29, 2025

Indi Bullock, a 5-year-old boy from Gwinnett County, was found deceased in a retention pond near his home at the Reflections on Sweetwater A ... read more

Alt text: "Emergency responders at the scene of a tragic accident on Glenwood Avenue in southeast Atlanta, where a 2-year-old child was fatally struck by a vehicle on Friday evening. The location features a mix of businesses and an apartment complex

Tragic Accident Claims Life of Toddler in Southeast Atlanta as Police Investigate Crash

Mar 29, 2025

A 2-year-old girl was fatally struck by a vehicle on Friday evening around 9:30 p.m. in the 2200 block of Glenwood Avenue in southeast Atlan ... read more

"Scene of a fatal shooting on Lakewood Avenue in southeast Atlanta, where a 27-year-old man was shot late Friday night, prompting police investigation into local crime."

Southeast Atlanta Shooting Claims Life of 27-Year-Old Man Near Lakewood Avenue

Mar 29, 2025

A man was shot and killed late Friday night near a home in the 1600 block of Lakewood Avenue in southeast Atlanta. Police responded shortly ... read more

"Police investigate shooting scene at Luckie and Mills streets in downtown Atlanta, where a 42-year-old man was critically injured on Friday evening near the Georgia Aquarium and State Farm Arena, as locals and tourists gather for NCAA basketball events."

Man Critically Injured in Downtown Atlanta Shooting Near Major Events

Mar 29, 2025

A 42-year-old man from Charlotte, North Carolina, was critically injured in a shooting on Friday evening at the intersection of Luckie and M ... read more

Alt text: "Atlanta police investigate a crime scene on William Nye Drive where a 39-year-old man died after fleeing from officers; the scene follows reports of shots fired and a woman being dragged inside a home."

Man Dies After Fleeing Atlanta Police Following Disturbing Domestic Incident

Mar 29, 2025

A 39-year-old man died from injuries sustained while fleeing from Atlanta police on the night of October 13, 2023. Officers responded to a r ... read more

Alt text: "Police investigate the backyard treehouse in Decatur, DeKalb County, where the skeletal remains of 31-year-old Hank Frantz were discovered, prompting questions about his mysterious death and disappearance. Neighbors express shock as reporters gather

Mystery in Decatur: Body Found in Backyard Treehouse Raises Questions After Four-Year Disappearance

Mar 28, 2025

DECATUR — The remains of Henry Doyle Colon "Hank" Frantz were discovered in a backyard treehouse on Garden Lane on March 16, following the r ... read more

Alt text: "Raylon Lee Browning, convicted of murdering corporate attorney Trinh Huynh in Midtown Atlanta, stands in court during sentencing. The case highlights issues of random violence and mental health evaluations in the justice system."

Fulton County Jury Quickly Convicts Man for 2017 Murder of Attorney Trinh Huynh in Midtown Atlanta

Mar 28, 2025

Raylon Lee Browning, 47, was convicted of murdering corporate attorney Trinh Huynh, 40, in Midtown Atlanta on April 3, 2017, with a Fulton C ... read more

Alt text: "Former Cobb County sheriff's deputy Mark Ryan Hampton, indicted for fraud and RICO violations, misled the community about having multiple sclerosis to solicit donations for medical expenses."

Former Cobb County Deputy Indicted for Faking Multiple Sclerosis to Scam Community Donations

Mar 28, 2025

Mark Ryan Hampton, a former Cobb County sheriff's deputy, has been indicted on charges of violation of oath by a public officer and violatio ... read more

Alt text: "Federal appeals court judges in Atlanta review the case involving Black comedians Eric André and Clayton English, who allege racial profiling by Clayton County officers at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport jet bridges. The courtroom scene highlights the ongoing legal battle

Federal Appeals Court Questions Racial Bias in Atlanta Airport Searches as Comedians Eric Andre and Clayton English Fight for Justice

Mar 28, 2025

Federal appeals court judges in Atlanta expressed skepticism regarding the claims made by comedians Eric André and Clayton English in their ... read more

Alt text: "Gwinnett County police K-9 unit and dive teams search for missing 5-year-old Indi Bullock near the Reflections on Sweetwater Apartments in Atlanta, Georgia, utilizing drones and thermal imaging in the ongoing search effort."

Urgent Search Underway for Missing 5-Year-Old Boy in Gwinnett County as Community Joins Efforts

Mar 28, 2025

Gwinnett County police are actively searching for 5-year-old Indi Bullock, who went missing after jumping from his apartment balcony on Thur ... read more

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