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An 18-year-old man was shot late Saturday on Magnolia Street NW and taken to the hospital. Investigators are processing the scene and asking witnesses to come forward.
Jantzen Remone Fletcher, 52, was jailed after reports say he molested a 13-year-old at a Woodberry Drive home; he faces multiple felony counts including aggravated sexual battery.
Two pedestrians were struck in a hit-and-run near Vine City early Saturday; one is critically injured and police say the driver fled. Detectives are investigating.
Two men were shot early Easter morning near Edgewood Avenue SE in southeast Atlanta; one victim is now stable and police are investigating. Witnesses are asked to call in tips.
A 4-year-old died after a shooting near the 900 block of Washington St. SW in Southwest Atlanta; police say the case is under investigation.
Authorities swarmed Piedmont Park late Saturday after reports of gunfire during the city’s 404 Day festival. Witnesses reported ambulances, helicopters and heavy traffic in Midtown.
A road-rage shooting on Highway 29 left one person wounded; deputies say the GBI is assisting and investigators are seeking tips.
Police are investigating a deadly crash near Frederick Douglass High School in northwest Atlanta; officials have not yet confirmed how many people died.
A Brooklet father was arrested after a 6‑year‑old at Stilson Elementary was found with extensive bruises; DFCS has taken the child into protective custody amid an active investigation.
A 25-year-old man was hospitalized after a dispute in the Old Fourth Ward turned violent; police say he ran to Ralph McGill Boulevard for help.
A cellmate at Clayton County Jail has been charged with malice murder after a 66‑year‑old inmate died following a beating that has renewed calls for state intervention.
Atlanta police released a photo of Antavious Kimber as they search for a suspect in a Dec. 10 homicide at the Manor III apartments. Crime Stoppers is offering a reward.
Two people died in a multi-vehicle crash on I-75 northbound near Hickory Grove Road Friday morning, shutting the interstate during the rush and leaving investigators with questions.
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