A family dispute turned deadly in DeKalb County when a man allegedly shot and killed a relative on Saturday, according to local authorities. The DeKalb County Police Department has arrested an individual in connection with the fatal shooting that occurred in a quiet Ellenwood neighborhood.
The incident took place in the 4440 block of Parmalee Path around 2 p.m., where officers discovered a man in his 40s with a fatal gunshot wound. A spokesperson for the police department stated, "This may have escalated from a dispute and the victim and suspect knew each other," in an event that has shocked the community.
Further reporting by Atlanta News First reveals that the DeKalb County Police have taken into custody the suspected family member, who will be charged with murder. The name of the suspect has not yet been released.
While the investigation into the shooting continues, it has been suggested that an unresolved grievance between the two parties may have been the spark for the altercation. "Police said it appears the two individuals were familiar to one another and a previous dispute possibly escalated, leading to the shooting," reports Channel 2 Action News.
As the local community grapples with the tragedy, further details are expected to emerge as the DeKalb County Police Department pursues their investigation. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
