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The Atlanta Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in locating a man involved in a residential burglary that occurred on September 13, 2024, at a home on Avon Avenue SW. The incident took place just before 7 a.m., and police are urging anyone with information to come forward.
A SWAT standoff at the IMT Deerfield apartments in Alpharetta, Georgia, concluded peacefully with an arrest on Saturday evening. The situation, which lasted for several hours, involved negotiations and resulted in no injuries. Residents were informed they no longer needed to shelter-in-place.
A man and woman were shot dead at an apartment complex in Atlanta, prompting an investigation by local police. This incident follows another recent fatal shooting nearby, although authorities have not confirmed any connection between the two cases. No suspects have been identified, and the victims remain unnamed.
Cybersecurity experts are warning about a significant rise in fake job offers facilitated by scammers using generative AI. This surge is particularly concerning for individuals recently affected by layoffs, making them more vulnerable to these deceptive schemes.
The FBI is assisting the South Fulton Police Department with the investigation of a suspicious package found on Old National Highway. The package was initially believed to contain explosive devices, prompting an evacuation of the area and the involvement of the Atlanta Police Bomb Squad. The situation has since been deemed safe, but the investigation remains ongoing.
A 54-year-old man from Alpharetta, Georgia, was arrested at Baltimore Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport after arriving on a flight from Cancun, Mexico. Daniel Coronado was wanted on felony child molestation charges, and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers apprehended him during routine checks against law enforcement databases.
Metro Atlanta offers a variety of exciting activities over the weekend, including festivals, live music performances, and cultural exhibitions. Notable events include the Atlanta Greek Festival and Hapeville Happy Days, promising experiences filled with food, music, and community engagement.
Crews from the DeKalb County Department of Watershed Management are actively repairing a broken water main on North Druid Hills Road, which has caused low or no water service for many local residents. In response, the county is distributing bottled water to those affected, though the timeline for repairs remains unspecified.
A Fulton County jury acquitted former Atlanta police officer Oliver Simmonds in the shooting death of 18-year-old D'Ettrick Griffin during an alleged carjacking in 2019. The verdict, reached after just four hours of deliberation, highlighted conflicting accounts of the incident, with Simmonds claiming self-defense.
A water main break at the intersection of Moury Avenue and Jonesboro Road in Atlanta was reported and repaired by the Atlanta Department of Watershed Management. Residents were advised on how to address potential air in their water lines or discoloration following the repair. The incident highlights the city's ongoing infrastructure management efforts.