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Alt text: "Smyrna apartment crime scene where Javi Aniel Silva Maldonado allegedly stabbed an acquaintance, leading to a murder arrest by Cobb County police; evidence of a large kitchen knife and drugs found during investigation."

Smyrna Man Arrested for Alleged Stabbing Death of Acquaintance in Apartment Incident

Aug 19, 2025

A man, Javi Aniel Silva Maldonado, was arrested early Monday after allegedly stabbing an acquaintance to death inside a Smyrna apartment on ... read more

Alt text: "Young Thug, Atlanta rapper and YSL co-founder, outside Fulton County courthouse, celebrating the return of nearly $150,000 in cash, luxury vehicles including a 2022 Corvette and 2021 Maybach, and high

Young Thug to Reclaim Nearly 150000 in Cash and Luxury Assets After Legal Victory in Forfeiture Case

Aug 18, 2025

Atlanta rapper Young Thug, whose real name is Jeffery Williams, will receive nearly $150,000 in cash, luxury vehicles, and jewelry that were ... read more

"Emergency responders search for drowning victim Brek Lewis Green at Lake Chatuge in Towns County, northeast Georgia, following a tragic incident early Saturday morning involving a 25-year-old from Cherokee County."

Tragic Drowning of 25 Year Old Cherokee County Man at Lake Chatuge Shocks Community

Aug 18, 2025

A tragic drowning occurred on Saturday, September 23, 2023, when 25-year-old Brek Lewis Green from Cherokee County drowned in Lake Chatuge, ... read more

"Memorial service for DeKalb County police Officer David Rose at First Baptist Church Atlanta, honoring his ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty during the CDC shooting incident. Attendees include law enforcement officials and community members gathered to pay respects to the fallen

Atlanta Community Gathers to Honor Fallen DeKalb Officer David Rose at Memorial Service

Aug 18, 2025

DeKalb County police Officer David Rose, who was killed in an attack at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on August 8, will be ... read more

Alt text: "Brookhaven police search for armed and dangerous suspect Jose Carlos Meza Ignacio, wanted for the fatal shooting of a man at Carmel Creek apartment complex. Image shows police at the scene with evidence markers, highlighting the seriousness of the ongoing investigation

Brookhaven Police Hunt Armed Suspect After Deadly Apartment Shooting Early Sunday Morning

Aug 17, 2025

Police are searching for 31-year-old Jose Carlos Meza Ignacio, who is considered armed and dangerous after allegedly shooting a man to death ... read more

"Runners participating in Atlanta’s Finest 5K race gather at Pemberton Place to honor fallen DeKalb County police Officer David Rose, who was killed in the line of duty. The event, attended by nearly 1,700 participants

Atlanta 5K Race Honors Fallen Officer David Rose and Supports His Family Through Community Spirit

Aug 16, 2025

On Saturday, runners participated in Atlanta's Finest annual 5K race to raise funds for the family of DeKalb County police Officer David Ros ... read more

"Air Canada flight cancellations at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport due to flight attendants' strike, impacting thousands of travelers in Atlanta and worldwide."

Air Canada Flight Cancellations Impact Atlanta Travelers as 10000 Flight Attendants Strike

Aug 16, 2025

Air Canada has suspended operations at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport due to a strike by over 10,000 flight attendants tha ... read more

"Alton Deshawn Oliver acquitted of murder charges in shooting death of Fulton County Deputy James Thomas, courtroom scene with jurors and Fulton County Senior Judge Henry M. Newkirk, Atlanta crime news."

Fulton County Jury Acquits Man in Fatal Shooting of Off Duty Deputy in Self Defense Case

Aug 15, 2025

Alton Deshawn Oliver was acquitted of murder and aggravated assault charges on Friday in the December 2022 shooting death of off-duty Fulton ... read more

"Atlanta traffic crash shooting scene with police presence, highlighting the aftermath of a violent incident where two youths were wounded near Ga. 166 and Sylvan Road."

Two Youths Injured in Shooting After Traffic Crash on Ga 166 in Atlanta

Aug 15, 2025

Two youths were wounded in a shooting that occurred after a traffic crash on Friday morning near Ga. 166 westbound at Sylvan Road in Atlanta ... read more

Alt text: "DeKalb County School District officials investigate incident at Stephenson Middle School in Stone Mountain where four students ingested potentially dangerous gummies, resulting in one hospitalization. Parents are urged to discuss food safety with their children amidst rising concerns over l

DeKalb County School District Investigates Hospitalization of Student After Middle School Gummy Incident

Aug 15, 2025

The DeKalb County School District is investigating an incident at Stephenson Middle School in Stone Mountain where four middle school studen ... read more

"U.S. Navy veteran Ervin Lee Bolling outside the FBI Atlanta office after his sentencing for attempting to breach the facility's gate, showcasing the damaged entry barrier caused by his orange Buick Encore during the April 2024 incident."

Navy Veteran Avoids Prison Time After Attempted FBI Gate Breach: Ordered to Pay Over 25000 in Restitution

Aug 14, 2025

Ervin Lee Bolling, a U.S. Navy veteran from South Carolina, has been sentenced to 21 years of restitution payments totaling over $25,000 aft ... read more

**Alt Text:** Scene of the tragic intersection on Roosevelt Highway in College Park, Georgia, where a devastating crash occurred on June 2, 2020, resulting in the deaths of five people, including three children. The image captures the stretch of

Tragedy on Roosevelt Highway: Five Lives Lost in Reckless Racing Crash Still Seeking Justice After Years

Aug 14, 2025

COLLEGE PARK — On June 2, 2020, a tragic collision on Roosevelt Highway claimed the lives of five people, including three children, when Jer ... read more

"Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis announces the arrest of Angel Marie Thompson for the 2007 murder of Nicole Alston, highlighting a significant cold case breakthrough in Atlanta crime investigations. The image captures the press conference where officials detailed the gruesome

Woman Charged in Gruesome 2007 Murder of Girlfriend Found Dismembered and Burned in Atlanta Cold Case Breakthrough

Aug 14, 2025

Angel Marie Thompson, 41, has been charged with murder and identity theft in connection with the 2007 killing of her girlfriend, 24-year-old ... read more

"Crime scene investigation at a southwest Atlanta shopping complex where a woman's body was discovered in a storage space, highlighting the ongoing investigation into her murder on Campbellton Road."

Body of Woman Discovered in Storage Unit at Southwest Atlanta Shopping Complex After Shooting Incident

Aug 14, 2025

On Wednesday, a woman's body was discovered in a storage space at a shopping complex located in the 2000 block of Campbellton Road in southw ... read more

Alt text: "MARTA police investigate the scene of a shooting at Hamilton E. Holmes station in northwest Atlanta, where a man was shot in the abdomen during a fight on Wednesday afternoon."

MARTA and Atlanta Police Hunt for Suspect in Midday Shooting at Hamilton E Holmes Station

Aug 13, 2025

MARTA and Atlanta police are searching for a suspect involved in a shooting at the Hamilton E. Holmes station on Wednesday afternoon. The in ... read more

"Douglas County correctional officer Christian Nicholas Joe arrested for sexual relationship with inmate, facing charges of sexual assault, aggravated sodomy, and violation of oath of office."

Douglas County Correctional Officer Arrested for Alleged Sexual Relationship with Inmate

Aug 13, 2025

A correctional officer in Douglas County, Christian Nicholas Joe, was arrested on Wednesday for allegedly engaging in a sexual relationship ... read more

"Scene of fatal hit-and-run crash on I-75 North in Marietta, Atlanta, where a truck driver was killed early Wednesday morning, highlighting local traffic safety concerns."

Truck Driver Killed in Hit-and-Run Incident on I-75 North in Marietta at Early Morning Hours

Aug 13, 2025

A truck driver was killed in a hit-and-run crash on I-75 North in Marietta early Wednesday, around 2:30 a.m. The incident occurred near Sout ... read more

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