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A weapon was discovered at Banneker High School in Fulton County, prompting a hard lockdown of the campus. School officials confirmed the weapon was a BB gun and reported that the situation was quickly resolved with no injuries.
A shooting incident at Emory University's Atlanta campus resulted from a workplace altercation among catering employees, prompting an emergency alert issued to the campus community. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, but the event raised significant concerns among nearby individuals. The police have responded to the situation and are actively searching for the suspect.
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis' office faces allegations of failing to comply with Georgia Open Records laws, as raised by defense attorney Ashleigh Merchant during a recent court hearing. The DA's office contends that the lawsuit is an attempt to undermine its prosecution efforts in the 2020 election interference case.
A recent shooting at Apalachee High School has prompted bipartisan discussions among lawmakers in Georgia about potential gun safety legislation. While Democrats are advocating for significant reforms like red flag laws and universal background checks, Republicans are more cautious, supporting measures related to gun storage and parental accountability.
A witness has come forward to share harrowing details about a double homicide involving a father and daughter during a car sale in South Fulton, Georgia. The incident occurred in June when the pair was shot by a man they were selling a car to, prompting the witness to contact police due to the brutality of the crime.
Thieves executed a $250,000 heist at Onyx Gentleman’s Club in Atlanta, using a power saw to break into safes, as revealed by surveillance footage. The club, known for its vibrant atmosphere and patronage from high-profile entertainers, has faced previous theft attempts without comment from its owners.
A 16-year-old student from Apalachee High School created a rap song to honor his math teacher who was killed in a recent mass shooting. This tragic event, which occurred two weeks ago, has deeply affected the school community, prompting various responses from students and officials alike.
An off-duty deputy in Atlanta had his firearm stolen during an altercation with a boy on Wednesday night. The police were able to recover the firearm shortly after detaining the suspect at his home. The investigation is ongoing, but the boy's identity and potential charges have not yet been disclosed.
Nicholas Carter, a 23-year-old, was tragically shot and killed outside an Atlanta music studio nearly a year ago. His parents are calling for justice as they continue to grieve and urge police to apprehend the suspect identified in the ongoing investigation.
A 9-year-old girl is in critical condition after being shot during an argument between two men in Colleton County, South Carolina. The incident occurred on Sunday night, leading to multiple charges against a 23-year-old suspect, including attempted murder.