2 found dead near Doll's Head Trail in DeKalb County
DeKalb County park shooting leaves two men dead
DeKalb County police are investigating a double homicide after two men were found shot to death outside a vehicle at Constitution Lakes Park early Friday morning.
DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. - DeKalb County police are investigating after two people were found shot and killed inside a popular county park on Friday morning.
What we know:
Officers responded at about 5:50 a.m. regarding a shots fired call at Constitution Lakes Park in DeKalb County, home to the well-known Doll's Head Trail.
Investigators said officers discovered the victims, identified as two adult Hispanic males, dead outside of a vehicle in the parking lot.
The investigation is focused along South River Industrial Boulevard, located just off Moreland Avenue, about a mile north of Interstate 285.
FOX 5's Marc Teichner reported live from the scene, where a heavy police presence could be seen through the wooded areas surrounding the nature reserve. Officers closed off access to the park entrance as detective teams work to secure the crime scene and gather forensic evidence.
The entrance to the park reopened to the public at about 10:45 a.m.
People found dead at DeKalb park
Two people were found dead from gunshot wounds inside Constitution Lakes Park, according to police.
What we don't know:
Police have released very little information about the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Authorities have not yet confirmed the identities or ages of the two victims. They also have not said whether they are seeking a specific suspect or suspect vehicle in connection with the deaths.
What they're saying:
Ryan Ables, who frequently visits the park, said it's a good place to walk his dog and to enjoy nature. He said he was in disbelief after learning about the shooting.
"Very, very shocking and very strange," he said. "This is where people come to get away from all the stress and stuff, so you hear that, and it's very conflicting. Now, I don't know how to feel about it all."
Jack, who works nearby, said he saw officers responding to the park as he was pulling into his workplace.
"I never went out and checked to see what it was for a while and found out that, you know, two people were shot," he said. "I did not pay no attention until the sirens and stuff started pulling up, but evidently, it happened a minute maybe before I drove up."
Jack said he did not hear gunshots when he arrived for work.
Ables said he will be more cautious at the park while the investigation moves forward.
"I don't know where else to go in the city with this kind of vibe," Ables said. "I'm not as alarmed here because I never expect things like this. It's kind of annoying having to always be on edge when this is supposed to be a peaceful place."
What you can do:
Authorities are asking anyone with information to contact them directly. Police said people can send an anonymous tip through the free DeKalb County PD app or by texting "DKPD" to 847411, followed by the tip.
The Source: Information taken from a live report by FOX 5's Marc Teichner. This is a breaking news story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.