Elderly Woman Found Dead in Buckhead Home as Man Barricades Himself

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Atlanta police responded to a wellness check at a townhome located in the 3500 block of Roswell Road around 1:35 p.m. Officers arrived at the scene, which is near the intersection of Habersham Road and the Landmark Diner, and discovered that a man had barricaded himself inside the residence. Upon making entry, police detained the man. This incident followed the discovery of an elderly woman who was found dead inside the Buckhead home. Details surrounding the incident remain limited, but authorities indicated that charges could be forthcoming against the man. The police are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the woman's death. Further information is expected to be released as the investigation continues.