13-year-old shot and killed in northwest Atlanta, police say

Atlanta police are investigating after a juvenile was reportedly shot and killed in northwest Atlanta on July 28, 2026. (FOX 5)

Officers responded to a home on Lindsay Street, located off Joseph Lowery Boulevard, following a fatal shooting in northwest Atlanta on Tuesday morning.

What we know:

Police confirmed they are investigating the shooting death of a young person at the residence. Crime scene investigators were seen entering the home while officers interviewed several people at the scene. 

Lt. Christopher Butler with the Atlanta Police Department confirmed the victim is a 13-year-old male. 

What we don't know:

Police have not released the identity or age of the victim. Authorities have not identified any suspects or announced any arrests in connection with the shooting. 

The Source: The information in this story was gathered from preliminary information provided by the Atlanta Police Department at the scene to FOX 5 Atlanta crews. 

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