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A family in Cobb County, Georgia, is accusing the owners of a funeral home that recently burned down of stealing their pre-paid funeral funds. The incident has raised concerns about the owners' disappearance following the fire. The situation highlights the ongoing issues surrounding the funeral home's financial practices prior to the fire.
Julie Chrisley's attorney is requesting permission for her to wear civilian clothing during her upcoming resentencing hearing in Atlanta. This request comes as Chrisley, who has already served 21 months of a seven-year sentence for bank fraud, prepares for the court date set for September 25. An appeals court recently ruled in her favor, citing insufficient evidence of her involvement in the fraud scheme.
A crash on Interstate 85 northbound near the Buford Highway Connector in Atlanta resulted in one person being hospitalized on September 18, 2024. The incident occurred around 8:50 p.m., blocking three lanes of traffic for several hours while emergency crews responded. The crash is currently under investigation by the Atlanta Police Department.
Authorities in Atlanta are actively searching for 30-year-old pregnant woman Jayshelle Hamm, who has been missing since Monday. Her family has expressed grave concerns for her wellbeing, prompting the Atlanta Police Department's Adult Missing Persons Unit to take charge of the case. Anyone with information is urged to contact 911.
Investigators are searching for Kordale Miliam, a dangerous gang member and one of Fulton County's most wanted fugitives, who is accused of felony murder after allegedly strangling a woman while out on bond. Miliam, also known as "Juke," was previously released on bond in 2019 and has a history of violent offenses.
An Atlanta CEO, Micky Lee Wagner, has been sentenced to prison for a fraudulent scheme involving stolen identities that defrauded companies of over $5 million. Convicted of wire fraud and aggravated identity theft, Wagner's actions highlight serious issues surrounding corporate fraud and identity theft.
A man named Chris Sullens, who survived a machete attack at work, has returned home after a lengthy recovery period in Atlanta hospitals. He expressed his apprehension about attending court proceedings related to the attack, emphasizing the emotional toll of the incident.
Vice President Kamala Harris has condemned Georgia's abortion law following reports that two women, including Amber Thurman, died as a result of the legislation. The report claims the deaths may have been preventable and has sparked national attention on the implications of the law.
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.
Bibb County deputies responded to a report of a stolen vehicle and made an unexpected discovery upon arrival. They detected the smell of something decomposing, indicating a potentially serious situation.