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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.
Atlanta police are investigating a residential burglary that occurred on September 13 at a home on Avon Avenue SW. An unidentified male suspect was caught on surveillance footage wearing a distinctive t-shirt, and authorities are seeking information from the public. Tips can be submitted anonymously, with potential rewards for information leading to an arrest.
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.
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.
Federal Judge Eleanor L. Ross denied reality star Julie Chrisley's request to wear civilian clothes during her upcoming resentencing hearing. Chrisley, who has served 21 months of her seven-year sentence for fraud, argued that her prison uniform could affect her rights to a fair trial.
Vice President Kamala Harris visited Cobb County, Atlanta, to advocate for women's health and reproductive rights, criticizing former President Donald Trump for his role in overturning Roe v. Wade. A spokesperson highlighted the negative consequences of abortion bans on women's health.
Children from the Morgan Oliver School for Anti-Racism in Atlanta marched at the state capitol, urging lawmakers to implement stricter gun laws to prevent school shootings. Their signs conveyed messages like “Stop Gun Violence Now” and “Unacceptable,” highlighting their concerns for safety in schools.