Security breach at Fulton jail highlights ongoing contraband problem

An unusual late-night security breach at the Fulton County Jail ended in an arrest after two smugglers tried to break into the facility to drop off illegal items for inmates.

Person shot while driving on Candler Road in DeKalb County

A nighttime drive turned violent in DeKalb County after a motorist was shot by an unknown shooter, prompting an active police investigation.

Former Hapeville officer sentenced for tasing handcuffed detainee

Former Hapeville police officer Shevoy Brown was sentenced to prison on Wednesday for repeatedly tasing a handcuffed detainee, including in the genitals.

Clarkston man sentenced to 15 years for gang drive-by shooting

A Clarkston man will spend more than 15 years in prison following a gang-related drive-by shooting at an apartment complex.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs accused in new lawsuit of sexually assaulting child actor

An anonymous former child actor has filed a lawsuit in Los Angeles against Sean "Diddy" Combs alleging sexual assault in 2007, while also suing his talent agencies for negligence.

17-year-old shot in northwest Atlanta neighborhood

Atlanta police are investigating the shooting of a 17-year-old in the Washington Park neighborhood on Wednesday morning.

Sandy Springs police deploy Grappler to halt wanted driver

Sandy Springs police used a heavy-duty tether called a Grappler to stop a suspect from driving away on Roswell Road.

New timeline revealed for Colt Gray criminal trial

Colt Gray will stand trial in mid-October for his criminal charges following a scheduling order issued by a Barrow County Superior Court judge.

Richmond County dog attack leaves 3-month-old infant dead

A 3-month-old infant died following a suspected dog attack inside a Hillwood Circle home, authorities said.

Karmelo Anthony found guilty, sentenced to 35 years in prison for the 2025 track meet stabbing

Karmelo Anthony has been found guilty of murder in connection with the stabbing death of Austin Metcalf during a track meet last year. Anthony has been sentenced to 35 years in prison.

Pennsylvania volunteer firefighter allegedly set fires, then helped extinguish them

A former volunteer firefighter in Pennsylvania has been arrested after he allegedly set multiple fires and then responded to the scenes with the fire department to help extinguish them.

State council raises concerns in Douglas County coroner probe

Douglas County Coroner Renee Godwin is fighting to save her reputation and possible suspension following a barrage of state allegations targeting her administration.