The GBI is investigating the shooting death of Shekela Woodard, 29, at a social gathering in Fitzgerald, seeking tips from the public. No suspects have been arrested.

Two men were convicted of a Stone Mountain gas station murder; one received life in prison plus five years, the other 25 years with 15 to be served. A third suspect remains at large.

Atlanta Police arrested Prentiss Mayo, 39, on charges including murder after an adult male was fatally shot, marking the city's sixth homicide this year.

Eric Jerome Tooley, with a criminal past, pleaded guilty to illegal firearm possession as a felon. He could face 15 years to life in prison after discharging a weapon in a Georgia store. His sentencing date is pending.

A toddler and woman were shot in their Clayton County home; police are searching for the shooter behind the stray bullets. Both victims required hospital treatment.

Four people were found shot dead in Lawrenceville, and a suspect, believed to be a relative, is in custody. Unharmed children at the scene called 911.

A motorcyclist suffered serious injuries after a collision with a Chrysler Pacifica near Johnson Ferry Road in Cobb County. Police are investigating the crash and asking witnesses to come forward.

The GBI is investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting of Mark Dennis Whibbey, Jr. in Savannah yesterday, following a reported firearm display.

Atlanta drug kingpin Antonio DaShawn Daniels, aka "Freckleface Shawn," was sentenced to 40 years for trafficking drugs and possessing firearms, linked to the CJNG cartel.

Devon Rambo was sentenced to 15 years for illegal firearm possession after a trial on May 28, 2025. He was also given three years of supervised release.

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp declares a state of emergency ahead of Winter Storm Fern, activating emergency services and preparing resources including Georgia National Guard troops to address potential damages and power outages.

The GBI is investigating an officer-involved shooting in Lithonia, GA, where Jared Toombs was killed following a stand-off during an eviction process.

A man was fatally shot in Atlanta, with a suspect detained for questioning as police investigate the incident.