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A 26-year-old woman was arrested in Fayetteville after allegedly killing a man in a hit-and-run incident on Saturday night. The police reported that surveillance footage captured the events leading to the arrest. The case highlights ongoing concerns regarding road safety and accountability.
A 14-year-old has been arrested in connection with a shooting that occurred during a football game at South Cobb High School in Cobb County, Georgia. The victim suffered non-life-threatening injuries and is expected to recover. Police are investigating the incident further.
A woman was injured in a suspected road rage shooting in southwest Atlanta on Saturday night. Police found the 41-year-old victim with a gunshot wound to her left hip, and she is expected to recover. The Aggravated Assault Unit is investigating the incident.
DeKalb County School District celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month with a vibrant Hispanic Heritage Fiesta at Doraville United Elementary School, inviting the community to experience diverse culinary traditions from various Hispanic cultures. The event highlighted the significance of cultural heritage and the growing diversity within the school system, as approximately 20% of students identify as Hispanic or Latino.
Investigators from the Atlanta Police Department are seeking public assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a burglary at McGill Park Apartments. The incident occurred on September 19 when an unidentified male broke into the clubhouse, causing damage and stealing various items. Surveillance footage has been released to aid in the investigation.
Three men were stabbed in a series of attacks in Atlanta early Sunday morning, with one of the victims in critical condition. The incident occurred near 138 Edgewood Avenue NE, and the investigation is ongoing with no arrests reported yet.
Atlanta police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred in the city's hotel district, where a 48-year-old man was found in critical condition and later died at the scene. The Homicide Unit is leading the investigation, but no suspects have been identified yet. This incident raises concerns about safety in the area, known for its hotels and diplomatic presence.
Cobb County police are currently investigating a shooting incident at South Cobb High School in Austell, as confirmed by Cobb County Schools. The situation is ongoing, and further details are expected to emerge as the investigation progresses.
The Coweta County Sheriff's Office is seeking to resolve a 1995 homicide case involving Wayne Spurrell, who was discovered deceased in his parked car on Providence Church Road. Despite the passage of 28 years, no arrests have been made, and officials believe the vehicle had been there for several days before the body was found.
Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson reached out to the Apalachee High School football team in Barrow County, Georgia, offering them a visit to his movie set as a gesture of support following a recent mass shooting in the community. His invitation aims to uplift the spirits of the team and the larger community during their healing process.