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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.
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.
A student was removed from East Coweta Middle School in Coweta County, Georgia, after making a verbal threat to shoot another student during a class conversation. Principal Chad Kollert informed parents about the incident in a letter, though the specifics of the student's removal were not detailed.
Congressional leaders reached an agreement on a short-term spending bill that will fund federal agencies for approximately three months, preventing a potential partial government shutdown as the new budget year approaches. This deal postpones final budget decisions until after the November elections, reflecting ongoing negotiations among lawmakers.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.