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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.
Three individuals were stabbed in downtown Atlanta, with one in critical condition, according to police reports. The incident occurred recently, raising concerns about public safety in the area. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the attack.
A 26-year-old woman from Brookhaven, Danielle Loyd, has been arrested for allegedly intentionally hitting and killing a man with her car in Fayette County, Georgia. The incident occurred following an argument between Loyd and the victim, after which she fled the scene.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.