Fulton Co. mother shot while sleeping, searching for answers, accountability

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On August 16, Anisa Herbert woke up to gunfire while in bed, feeling a burning sensation in her foot that confirmed she had been shot. Her boyfriend quickly pulled her to safety as she realized that a bullet had come from outside their South Fulton, Georgia home. A police report indicated that multiple shell casings were found nearby, along with bullet holes in several homes, suggesting that the shooting may have been aimed at the second floors of residences. Herbert's sense of security has been shattered, and she expressed her frustration at the lack of answers regarding the identity of the shooter and the motive behind the attack. "I never thought this would happen to me.

Not in my bed while I sleep," she said, emphasizing the shock of the incident. The community is left grappling with the implications of such violence, raising questions about safety and accountability. Herbert's plight serves as a stark reminder of the pervasive issue of gun violence in neighborhoods across the country. As she continues to seek answers, her story resonates with many others who have faced similar experiences.

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