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A Georgia man, Dwan Maurice Hewlett, has been sentenced to 35 years for armed fentanyl trafficking after a joint law enforcement operation and trial led to his conviction on six counts.
The GBI is investigating a fatal shooting of a man by a DNR ranger in Lamar County, Georgia. The man, identified as Dante Smith, allegedly charged towards the ranger with a knife.
A man was fatally stabbed on Piedmont Avenue in Atlanta; police arrested suspect Terry Parmer on murder charges the same day. The investigation continues.
A 16-year-old boy, Jaykavion Gary, was shot and killed in Remerton, Georgia. The GBI is investigating with no arrests yet, and they are seeking witnesses.
An arrest warrant has been issued for "BirdLady," an Atlanta Falcons superfan, for failing to deliver a promised $14,000 tailgate event for Chiefs fans.
A woman was found dead from multiple stab wounds in Griffin; a suspect is in custody as the investigation continues.
A man in Carroll County, Georgia, was arrested for attempting to abduct a 10-year-old girl; he faces several charges including kidnapping and is currently in jail without bond.
Whitney Blake Purvis from "16 & Pregnant" was charged with felony involuntary manslaughter and drug-related offenses after John Mark Harris overdosed in Georgia.
A Georgia DCS officer, Alexis Friendly, was arrested for DUI and related charges after causing a multi-vehicle wreck on July 4th, leading to her suspension from duty.
A man named Jamarious Brooks was shot at an unauthorized pool party at Cameron Crossing Apartments in LaGrange. Police are investigating and seeking information about the shooter.
Pike County deputy's car was struck by drunk driver Octavius Ward, resulting in a five-vehicle crash with no serious injuries, amid a holiday crackdown on impaired driving.
A man was fatally shot outside his home in southwest DeKalb County. Police are investigating to find a motive and suspect, and are asking for public tips.
The GBI is investigating a shooting in Glennville with multiple victims, resulting in one death and two injuries. An autopsy is pending, and the investigation is ongoing.
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