Atlanta Police Seize Over 40 Pounds of Meth and Fentanyl at Hartsfield Jackson Airport and Arrest Suspect
On March 14, the Atlanta Police Department's Airport Drug Interdiction Unit seized over 40 pounds of methamphetamine and fentanyl at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. A passenger arriving from Ontario International Airport was arrested after a K-9 unit alerted officers to the narcotics in their luggage. The investigation is ongoing with Homeland Security Investigations pursuing further action.
Georgia Community Shaken as Investigation Continues into Untimely Death of Lewis Twins on Bell Mountain
Twin brothers found dead with gunshot wounds on Bell Mountain, Georgia; initial murder-suicide theory under investigation as family seeks answers. Cause of death pending forensic tests.
Carrollton Police Officer Prevents Potential Tragedy, Subdues Armed Man at Wells Fargo Bank
An armed man, Joel McCarty, was arrested at a Carrollton Wells Fargo Bank after he threatened violence and was diffused by a quick-acting police K-9 handler. No injuries were reported, and mental health factors are being considered.
Juvenile to Face Charges of Felony Murder and Aggravated Assault in Decatur Station Shooting of MARTA Bus Driver
A 16-year-old facing charges for the murder of bus driver Leroy Ramos had evidence found sufficient for case continuation by a DeKalb magistrate. Charges against two others dismissed.
Chattanooga Physician Settles with U.S. Government, Agrees to Pay $700K Over Alleged False Medicare Claims for Chelation Therapy
Dr. Robert Burkich and his clinic settled with the U.S. government, paying $700,000 for billing for unnecessary chelation therapy to Medicare, without admitting liability.












