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Violent New Year's Eve in DeKalb County: One Man Dead, Another Injured in Shooting Incident

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Published on January 02, 2025
Violent New Year's Eve in DeKalb County: One Man Dead, Another Injured in Shooting IncidentSource: Google Street View

A fatal shooting incident left one man dead and another injured on New Year's Eve. According to a report by FOX 5 Atlanta, officers responded to calls of shots fired in the 3300 block of Kenridge Parkway on Tuesday afternoon. At the scene—after receiving reports—a man was found shot to death.

Moments later, another victim was discovered on Memorial Drive, a short distance away. 11Alive notes that the condition of the second victim has not been disclosed. The inquiries into the identities of the victims and what exactly precipitated the violence are ongoing.

As the DeKalb County Police Department forges ahead with the investigation, no suspects have been named and the circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear. Community members with information that could assist law enforcement are encouraged to come forward. If you have any information that could be integral to the resolution of these shootings, please call the police department directly.