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"Rockdale County lake where a man was found dead after fleeing a traffic stop, highlighting local crime incidents in Atlanta. Emergency services and deputies conducted a search for the man who entered the water during a police chase."

Man Found Dead in Rockdale County Lake After Traffic Stop Escape and Chase

Apr 14, 2025

A man was found dead in a Rockdale County lake after fleeing a traffic stop early Sunday morning. At approximately 2:30 a.m., deputies attem ... read more

"Former Atlanta police officer Kiran Kimbrough during a traffic stop incident that led to the death of 62-year-old church deacon Johnny Hollman, highlighting concerns over police use of Tasers and departmental policy violations in Atlanta."

Former Atlanta Police Officer Denied Reinstatement After Fatal Taser Incident Involving Church Deacon

Apr 14, 2025

The Atlanta Civil Service Board ruled this week that former police officer Kiran Kimbrough should not be reinstated following his role in th ... read more

Alt text: "Scene of the Clayton County gas station shooting where a masked gunman fatally shot an employee at a Chevron/Circle K in Riverdale. Police investigate the crime scene late Friday night, highlighting the urgency of locating the unidentified suspect who

Masked Gunman Kills Gas Station Employee in Clayton County Shooting Investigation Underway

Apr 13, 2025

A man was shot and killed by a masked gunman inside a Chevron/Circle K gas station in Riverdale, Clayton County, on Friday night around 11 p ... read more

"Police investigate the abandoned Forest Villas Apartment complex in Forest Park, Georgia, where 19-year-old Brandon Thomas was fatally shot in February, prompting a search for the suspect involved in this tragic crime."

Police Seek Leads in Tragic Shooting of Teen Found Dead in Abandoned Forest Park Apartment

Apr 13, 2025

Police are seeking to identify a suspect in the fatal shooting of 19-year-old Brandon Thomas at the Forest Villas Apartment complex in Fores ... read more

"Kaliz Hadley and Tahnee McNabb arrested for murder in Rockdale County, Georgia, after a multi-agency investigation involving drone surveillance and evidence collection."

Murder Suspects Captured in Coastal Georgia After Extensive Manhunt by Rockdale Authorities

Apr 13, 2025

Kaliz Hadley, 21, and Tahnee McNabb, 19, wanted for murder in Rockdale County, were arrested in Long County, Georgia, on Friday. The Long Co ... read more

Alt text: "Police investigate the scene of a shooting on Bell Street in southeast Atlanta, where an infant was struck by gunfire, raising concerns in the Sweet Auburn neighborhood near Grady Memorial Hospital."

Infant Injured in Gunfire Incident in Southeast Atlanta on Sunday Morning

Apr 13, 2025

An infant was struck by gunfire on Sunday morning in southeast Atlanta, specifically in the 100 block of Bell Street near Grady Memorial Hos ... read more

"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

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