Smyrna police are searching for an armed suspect pictured holding a rifle who is wanted for firing five gunshots into an apartment door at The Alcove Apartments off Atlanta Road SE in Smyrna on July 29, 2026. (Smyrna Police Department)
SMYRNA, Ga. - A man fired five times into a Smyrna area apartment building last Wednesday.
Now a manhunt is underway for the armed and dangerous gunman.
The backstory:
It happened at The Alcove Apartments, located at 2646 Atlanta Road SE, on July 29. According to the Smyrna Police Department, officers responded to the scene after a report of shots fired.
Investigators found the gunman had run away from the scene before they arrived.
No one was injured.
The incident left residents rattled.
What we know:
Investigators released an image of a man investigators believe be in his teens or early 20s on Monday. He is seen holding a rifle.
The man was wearing a light gray hooded sweatshirt with a drawstring and wearing dark pants. He was also wearing white shoes.
Authorities are hoping the unique writing on his hoodie will help identify him faster.
Authorities consider the suspect armed and dangerous.
What they're saying:
"They said they do think he's in the area, they just don't know if he lives at the apartment complex or if he just leaves in the Smyrna area or frequents the Smyrna area," Lt. Meredith Holt said. "But nobody could positively identify him with a name, an apartment number or even attach him to a vehicle."
What we don't know:
Investigators have not yet determined the suspect's identity, exact age, or where he lives. Officials have not confirmed a motive for the shooting or whether the gunman targeted the apartment specifically.
What you can do:
Anyone who recognizes the individual or has information about the case should contact Detective Elliott at 678-631-5119. Information can also be emailed directly to telliot@smyrnaga.gov.
The Source: The information in this story was gathered from the Smyrna Police Department, who released a BOLO flyer and official statement, as well as Lt. Meredith Holt. FOX 5's Denise Dillon contributed to this report.