Overnight gunfire at a convenience store along Redan Road in the Stone Mountain area drew a large response from DeKalb County police, who are now working to piece together what happened. Officers rushed to the Jumbo Package Store after reports of shots fired, but authorities have not released any information about possible injuries. Detectives say the case is active as they canvass the scene, gather evidence and talk with witnesses. Neighbors reported a heavy police presence that stretched into the morning hours.
What police say
Officers were called to the Jumbo Package Store on Redan Road, according to FOX 5 Atlanta. DeKalb County police gave the initial details to the outlet and said investigators have not identified a suspect. FOX 5 Atlanta also reported that investigators had not released any information about injuries. The department has described the case as an active investigation while detectives collect evidence and interview anyone who may have seen or heard the shooting.
Redan Road's recent history
The Redan Road corridor has seen multiple shootings and other violent incidents in recent years, including attacks near gas stations and shopping centers that brought out large police responses. Local reporting has documented previous cases where victims were shot in the Stone Mountain and Redan Road area, underscoring long-standing public safety concerns along that stretch of road, as reported by WSB‑TV. Residents and business owners say the steady drumbeat of incidents has left them on edge. That pattern has prompted stepped-up patrols and repeated community appeals for footage, tips and cooperation with investigators.
How to help
DeKalb police are asking anyone with information or video from the area to contact investigators through the department’s Tip411 system by texting "DKPD" to 847411 or by submitting an anonymous tip through the department website, according to DeKalb County. The county’s public information release explains how residents can send in tips and includes non-emergency contact information. Detectives say they plan to release additional details once they can confirm more about what happened.
The investigation is ongoing, and police have not said whether anyone has been arrested. FOX 5 Atlanta first reported the response to the store, and officials say they will share updates as investigators learn more.
