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Man Shot And Killed A Friend During A Drunken Argument, Georgia Police Say
A man in Georgia is accused of shooting and killing his friend during a drunken argument, police said. The victim was shot in the head and died at the scene.
Georgia Man Arrested In Connection To Fatal Shooting At Restaurant
A Georgia teenager has been arrested in connection to a shooting that left a 42-year-old man dead at a restaurant. He is facing several charges.
Man Accused Of Fatally Shooting Georgia Corrections Officer
A Georgia man was arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of a corrections officer, authorities said. The suspect was charged with felony murder.
Recently Elected Georgia State Rep Allegedly Stole Narcotics From Assisted Living Facility, Sheriff Says
An assisted living facility manager in Georgia is accused of stealing medication from the facility where he worked, authorities said. He now faces charges.
She Lied About How Her Grandson Died. When Her Story Was Debunked, She Took Off.
A Georgia woman who lied to police about how her 9-month-old grandson died before it was determined it was a meth overdose is going to prison for life.
Georgia Man Accused Of Gunning Down His Ex-Girlfriend Arrested
A Georgia man accused of gunning down his ex-girlfriend has been arrested. Savannah police took the man into custody, and he is facing a murder charge.
‘Senseless And Inexcusable’: Man Arrested In Connection With Death Of Grandmother Who Interrupted Car Theft
A man arriving home for the holidays discovered his elderly mother murdered at her Atlanta residence in a gated community, authorities said.
Inside the Criminal Mind: What Led Leilani Simon To Allegedly Murder Her Young Child?
The latest in the "Inside The Criminal Mind" series looks at the case of Leilani Simon who is accused of killing her young son, Quinton, in Georgia.
Woman Found Giving Husband CPR Moments After Fatally Stabbing Him, Cops Say
A woman in Georgia is accused of stabbing her husband to death during a domestic dispute, police said. When officers arrived, they found her performing CPR.
Suspect Charged In Connection With Murder Of Teenager Found Shot Dead On Basketball Court
A suspect was arrested and charged with the murder of a teenager who was found dead on a basketball court two months ago, authorities announced.
Georgia Woman Who Police Say Poisoned Her Husband To Death Arrested
A Georgia woman who police believe poisoned her husband to death in 2021 has been arrested. She is accused of using ethylene gycol to kill him.
Atlanta Man Accused Of Murder After Killing Stranger He Found Sleeping In His Home
A man was arrested after he killed a stranger who he discovered sleeping in a bed inside his Atlanta home. The shooting did not fall under stand-your-ground laws.
Two Security Guards At A Lounge Tried To Break Up A Fight, When One Was Shot Dead, Police Said
A security guard was killed and another injured in a shooting at a Georgia club when they tried to stop a fight, police said. Now, a murder suspect is behind bars.
Georgia Woman Allegedly Shot Man Found Dead Near Roadway, Police Said
A man was found fatally shot in a cul-de-sac in Georgia, and a woman was later arrested for his murder, according to police. She was charged with murder.
Man Found Shot Dead In Georgia, Woman Now Accused Of Murder
A woman in Georgia was charged with murder in connection to the deadly shooting of a man. No motive has been released in the case, reports say.
In October, Simon Quinton Went Missing In Georgia. His Mom Now Faces Murder Accusations.
Quinton Simon went missing in Georgia in early October, sparking a manhunt. Now, police said they arrested his mom, Leilani Simon, and charged her with murder.
Owner Of Georgia Beauty Store Gunned Down In Robbery, Suspect Arrested The Next Day
The owner of a beauty store in Georgia was shot and killed during an apparent robbery, police said. A murder suspect was arrested the next day.
Two Georgia Teenage Siblings Arrested In Connection To Fatal Shooting
Two Georgia teenagers were arrested in connection to a shooting that left a 25-year-old man dead. Police have yet to determine a motive in the crime.
Flashback: How Five Members From 'Vampire Diaries' Wound Up With Mugshots In Georgia in 2009
Five members of the CW show "Vampire Diaries" wound up with celebrity mugshots after they were accused of flashing their breasts in Georgia.
Massachusetts Truck Driver Accused Of Killing Passenger, Dumping Body In Georgia
A Massachusetts truck driver is behind bars after he allegedly murdered a woman and dumped her body in Georgia before heading to Indiana, authorities said.
Suspect ‘Desperate For Transportation’ While Fleeing Cops Shot Man During Fatal Carjacking, Police Claim
A suspect that was so “desperate for transportation” he fatally shot a man during a hijacking in Atlanta has been apprehended in Alabama, authorities said.
He Killed The Man He Thought Was Having An Affair With His Girlfriend. But, The Victim Was Just A Ride-Share Driver.
A man in Georgia will head to prison for killing the person he thought was having an affair with his girlfriend, but he was just a ride-share driver.
Georgia Teenager Behind Bars In Connection With Fatal Shooting Last Spring, Police Say
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation announced the arrest of a teenager who they believe is responsible for the fatal shooting of a man last spring.
Man Found Duct Taped And Left Dead In A Georgia Home For Days, Three Suspects Now In Cuffs
Three people face murder charges after police said they found a man duct tape and dead in a Georgia home. No motive has been released in the case.
Georgia Man Arrested In Connection With Double Homicide Of His Mother, Infant Niece, Police Say
A grandmother and her 19-month-old infant granddaughter were murdered in their Georgia home and the woman's son was taken into custody, authorities said.
Man Suspected Of Armed Robbery In Georgia Accused Of South Carolina Quintuplet Homicide Hours Earlier
Authorities in South Carolina said a safe haven for people who allegedly used drugs turned into a crime scene after a man fatally shot five men at the home.
A Woman Was Found Shot Dead After Crashing Into Construction Site, Suspect Charged
A woman was found shot to death after crashing a car at a construction site, police in Georgia said. A murder suspect turned himself in to police.
Georgia Man Told Cops He Wanted To Get Arrested Because It Was Something He Never Experienced: Report
A man in Georgia was arrested on accusations of public indecency. But, police say he was police and told them he wanted to get arrested to see what it was like.
Man Found Dead Outside Georgia Home, Suspect Arrest. But, Police Have Not Said What Led To The Killing.
A man was found shot to death outside a Georgia home and a suspect was arrested at the scene. Police have not released a motive in the case.
Man Allegedly Shot Woman To Death In Car, Then Waited Inside With Victim As Police Arrived
A domestic dispute in a car in Georgia ended with one person dead and a man facing murder charges, police said. The suspect was found in a car with the victim.
Teen Accused Of Killing Fellow 17-Year-Old, But Police Don't Know What Led To Shooting
A teen in Georgia is accused of shooting and killing a person. But, police admit they do not know what led to the incident or a motive in the case.
Nurse Arrested After Woman Learns ‘Video Of Her In Labor Had Circulated Via Snapchat’: Police
A nurse in Georgia is accused of filming and sharing on Snapchat a video of a woman in labor at the hospital, authorities said in a warrant.
Georgia Attorney Thought A Neighbor Dented His Mercedes. Then In A Rage, He Fatally Ran Him Over.
An attorney in Georgia will head to prison for murder after killing a person he thought dented his car. His lawyer said they plan to appeal the case.
Woman Found Shot To Death In Front Yard, Police Say They Arrested A Suspect
A woman was found shot to death in the yard of a Georgia home. Police say they have released a suspect but have not detailed a motive in the case.
Georgia Man Suspected Of Killing His Father Arrested in Florida, Police Say
A Georgia man, Tyler Davis, who is suspected of killing his father this week has been arrested. His father was living in Bay County, Florida.
He Orchestrated His Roommate’s Murder, Then Called 911 And Blamed An Intruder. The Police Didn’t Believe Him.
A man in Georgia will head to prison for his role in killing a roommate. The suspect called 911 after the killing and pretended to be shocked.
Man Accused Of Killing His Mother At Her Home, Officials Say. But, Cops Mum On Case Details.
Police in Georgia have arrested a man in connection with the death of his mother, authorities said. Police have released few details about the killing.
Georgia Man Arrested For Murdering Woman He Brought To Hospital For Help, Authorities Say
A Georgia man is under arrest on suspicion of murder after he brought a woman to the hospital, authorities said. The victim died from her gunshot wound.
Georgia Man Allegedly Murdered His Ex-Wife, Her Boyfriend During Custody Exchange Of Teenage Daughter: Police
A man in Georgia is accused of the double murder of his ex-wife and her boyfriend during a custody exchange of his teenage daughter. He was arrested.
Shooting Outside Georgia Barber Shop Leaves One Dead, Suspect Arrested Weeks Later
One person has been arrested weeks after a deadly shooting at a Georgia barber shop, police said. Another person was also injured in the shooting.
Man Who Police Say Killed Man In Front Of HIs Wife, Child Arrested
A man who police say fatally shot another man in front of his wife and child was arrested. The death happened in South Carolina, and he was arrested in Georgia.
Educator Accused Of Hitting 10-Year-Old Student With Her Purse: Report
An educator in Georgia faces a criminal charge after she allegedly hit a student with her purse, according to a report. The teacher said she was defending herself.
Georgia Police Have Identified The Killer In A 33-Year-Old Cold Case. Here's Why He Won't Be Charged.
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation and the FBI used new genealogy to determine that Henry Fredrick Wise is the killer of cold case victim Stacey Chaorski.
Police Were Trying To Detain A Man With A Rifle In Georgia. When The Suspect Shot One In The Back Of The Head.
A man was sentenced to life plus 375 years for the killing of a police officer in Georgia. The cop was hit in the head as he tried to take cover.
A Dad Told Him To Stop Brandishing His Weapon Around The Kids. Irritated, He Fatally Wounded The Father.
A man in Georgia will spend decades in prison for killing a dad who asked him to stop waving a gun around near children. The killer botched a suicide attempt.
Argument Between Bothers Turns Into Fight And Then Deadly Shooting, Georgia Police Say
A fight between brothers ended in a deadly shooting, police in Georgia said. Now, the suspected gunman faces murder and other charges, authorities said.
Remains Found And Believed To Be Man Reported Missing In May 2021, Brother Accused Of Murder
In Georgia, police said they arrested a man and charged him with murder in connection to his brother's disappearance. The victim went missing in 2021.
45-Year-Old Man Accused Of Stabbing His 26-Year-Old Girlfriend To Death In Georgia
A man in Georgia is accused of stabbing his 26-year-old girlfriend to death and now faces a murder charge. Investigators are still trying to determine the motive.
Man Accused Of Exposing Himself At Kohl's, Hobby Lobby In Georgia
A man faces public indecency charges after exposing himself at two different Georgia stores a month apart, police said. One was a Kohl's the other a Hobby Lobby.
Georgia Woman Arrested For Murder After Setting Apartment Fire That Killed Her Teenager Neighbor, Officials Say
A woman in Georgia was arrested for murder in connection with a deadly fire she allegedly set in her apartment that spread to other units, officials say.