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"DeKalb County police investigate the scene of a fatal shooting on North Indian Creek Drive, where a man in his late 30s was found collapsed after an early morning incident near a food mart on Memorial Drive."

DeKalb County Shooting Claims Life of Man in Early Morning Incident

Apr 12, 2025

A man in his late 30s was killed in a shooting early Saturday morning in DeKalb County, according to police. Authorities responded to the 40 ... read more

Georgia's Troubling Trend of Mistaken Inmate Releases Raises Alarms as Convicted Murderers Walk Free

Apr 11, 2025

The search for a mistakenly released convicted murderer in Clayton County highlights a troubling trend of law enforcement errors in Georgia ... read more

"Traffic backup on I-20 near Six Flags in Cobb County due to early morning crash, impacting commuters on Riverside Parkway exit 46, as reported by the Georgia Department of Transportation."

Major I-20 Crash Closes Highway Near Six Flags Causing Morning Commute Delays in Cobb County

Apr 11, 2025

A crash has closed I-20 in both directions near Six Flags in Cobb County early Friday morning, first reported around 5:15 a.m. at Riverside ... read more

"Georgia doctor John Waldrop fined $900,000 for trafficking endangered birds and eggs, including bald eagles, showcasing illegal wildlife collection and violations of the Endangered Species Act in Atlanta crime news."

Georgia Doctor Fined 900000 for Trafficking Endangered Birds and Eggs Including Bald Eagles

Apr 11, 2025

Dr. John Waldrop, an orthopedic surgeon from Cataula, Georgia, has been fined $900,000 for trafficking protected birds and eggs, including b ... read more

Alt text: "Clayton County Sheriff's Office sign outside the jail, highlighting the recent mistaken release of convicted murderer Kathan Guzman, who is now on the run. The incident raises concerns about public safety and law enforcement procedures in Atlanta."

Convicted Murderer Kathan Guzman Goes Missing After Mistaken Release Sparks Manhunt in Clayton County

Apr 11, 2025

More than two weeks have passed since the Clayton County Sheriff's Office mistakenly released convicted murderer Kathan Guzman, who was sent ... read more

Alt text: "Scene of the Walmart Supercenter in Covington, Georgia, where a shooting incident occurred early Friday, resulting in two fatalities and one injury among employees. The store, located 35 miles southwest of Atlanta, was closed to the public

Walmart Employee Goes on Deadly Shooting Spree in Covington Leaving Two Dead and One Injured Before Arrest

Apr 11, 2025

A Walmart employee in Covington went on a shooting spree early Friday, killing two individuals and injuring one at separate locations, accor ... read more

Alt text: "Christina Grayson, mother of murder victim Delila Grayson, expresses her anguish after learning her daughter's killer, Kathan Guzman, was mistakenly released from Clayton County jail, raising concerns about public safety in Atlanta."

Mother's Nightmare: Convicted Killer of Atlanta Teen Mistakenly Released from Jail, Now on the Run

Apr 10, 2025

Christina Grayson was shocked to learn that Kathan Guzman, the man convicted of murdering her daughter Delila Grayson, was mistakenly releas ... read more

Alt text: "Police investigate a crime scene in Grant Park, Atlanta, where a 29-year-old man was found shot multiple times in a vehicle on Eloise Street. The area is known for its proximity to the Beltline Southside Trail and

Man Found Shot Dead in Vehicle in Grant Park Neighborhood of Atlanta

Apr 10, 2025

A 29-year-old man was found shot multiple times in a vehicle on Eloise Street in the Grant Park neighborhood of southeast Atlanta on Wednesd ... read more

Alt text: "Clayton County sheriff's office building, where a man convicted of murder, Kathan Guzman, was mistakenly released, prompting a manhunt after he choked 19-year-old Delila Grayson to death in 2022

Convicted Murderer on the Run After Mistaken Release by Clayton County Sheriff’s Office

Apr 09, 2025

Kathan Guzman, a man convicted of murder in Clayton County, has been on the run for about two weeks after being mistakenly released by the s ... read more

"Atlanta rapper Yak Gotti, also known as Deamonte Kendrick, smiles and raises his arms in celebration after being released from Fulton County jail following a lengthy gang trial. The image captures the emotional moment as Kendrick embraces his attorneys and shows gratitude to

Atlanta Rapper Yak Gotti Acquitted and Set Free After Grueling Three-Year Legal Battle

Apr 09, 2025

After nearly three years in jail, Atlanta rapper Deamonte Kendrick, known as Yak Gotti, is set to be released following a guilty plea to a s ... read more

"Diesel fuel spill at Ga. 138 and Sigman Road in Rockdale County, Atlanta, causing traffic disruption during morning commute"

Massive Diesel Fuel Spill Disrupts Morning Commute at Rockdale County Intersection

Apr 09, 2025

Approximately 100 gallons of diesel fuel spilled at the intersection of Ga. 138 and Sigman Road in Rockdale County early Wednesday morning, ... read more

Alt text: "Georgia Supreme Court ruling on jail calls in Clark Atlanta University student murder case, featuring Barron Brantley, accused of strangling Alexis Crawford, with implications for trial evidence."

Georgia Supreme Court Rules Jail Calls Can Be Used Against Man Accused of Strangling Clark Atlanta Student

Apr 09, 2025

On Tuesday, the Georgia Supreme Court ruled that Barron Brantley, accused of strangling Clark Atlanta University student Alexis Janaé Crawfo ... read more

"Police at the scene of a fatal shooting on Kenmore Street in southwest Atlanta, where a 34-year-old man was killed on January 3, 2023. Five teenagers, including a 16-year-old, are now facing murder charges

Five Teenagers Arrested in Southwest Atlanta Shooting Death of 34-Year-Old Man

Apr 08, 2025

A 16-year-old was arrested on Friday, joining four other teenagers facing murder charges related to a January shooting in southwest Atlanta. ... read more

Alt text: "Cobb County police officers investigate a crime scene in Marietta, Georgia, where Zachary Imbriano, 31, allegedly mixed chemicals to create chlorine gas targeting his former employer, Pool Scouts. The image shows the business

Marietta Man Faces Felony Charges for Allegedly Creating Deadly Chlorine Gas to Target Former Employer

Apr 08, 2025

Zachary Imbriano, 31, is facing multiple felony charges after allegedly attempting to create chlorine gas to target his former employer at P ... read more

Alt text: "Mugshot of John Seay, the suspect arrested for murder in Jonesboro, Georgia, after a dramatic SWAT standoff in Fayette County. Seay, 47, faces multiple charges including murder and armed robbery, following

Man Accused of Murder Captured After Ceiling Fall During SWAT Standoff in Fayette County

Apr 08, 2025

John Seay, 47, was booked into the Clayton County Jail on Friday after a manhunt and SWAT standoff that began when he allegedly shot and kil ... read more

Alt text: "DeKalb County police investigate the scene of a Chick-fil-A robbery where a suspect used pepper spray on employees before fleeing, leading to a high-speed chase and fatal crash in Atlanta. The incident highlights a string of robberies connected

Chick-fil-A Robbery Turns Deadly as Suspect Leads Police Chase and Causes Fatal Crash in Atlanta

Apr 08, 2025

A suspect is accused of robbing a Chick-fil-A in DeKalb County on Monday night, pepper-spraying employees and stealing a cash drawer before ... read more

Alt text: "Fulton County Jail exterior showing crumbling walls, highlighting unsafe conditions linked to the wrongful death lawsuit filed by Leonard Fortner's parents after their son was fatally stabbed by a fellow inmate. The image underscores issues of overcrowding,

Parents of Stabbed Fulton County Detainee Sue Sheriff Over Jail Violations and Unsafe Conditions

Apr 08, 2025

The parents of Leonard Fortner, a Fulton County detainee who was fatally stabbed 20 times in April 2024, are suing the sheriff and the count ... read more

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