DeKalb County teen convicted of killing IHOP worker
A jury found Jakari Naki Childs, 18, guilty of malice murder, felony murder, aggravated assault and two other gun charges. The conviction stems from a shooting on July 15, 2023, when Childs shot and killed a worker at the IHOP.
A jury found Jakari Naki Childs, 18, guilty of malice murder, felony murder, aggravated assault and two other gun charges. The conviction stems from a shooting on July 15, 2023, when Childs shot and killed a worker at the IHOP.
Higher reward offered in Coweta County cold case murder
The family of Omar Stegall said they hope the higher reward will bring someone forward. Stegall was killed in a deadly home invasion in Coweta County in 2023. Video released by authorities shows two suspects running away after the murder, but it's too far away to see much detail.
The family of Omar Stegall said they hope the higher reward will bring someone forward. Stegall was killed in a deadly home invasion in Coweta County in 2023. Video released by authorities shows two suspects running away after the murder, but it's too far away to see much detail.
Paddleboarder’s mysterious killing rocks quiet summer vacation area
Sunshine Stewart, 48, disappeared while visiting Crawford Pond in Maine before her remains were discovered July 3.
Sunshine Stewart, 48, disappeared while visiting Crawford Pond in Maine before her remains were discovered July 3.
Arizona woman found after reported missing while visiting Atlanta in June
Inzinga Barge was found after her family reported her missing while visiting Atlanta. The Arizona woman went missing after traveling to Atlanta for a concert on June 6.
Inzinga Barge was found after her family reported her missing while visiting Atlanta. The Arizona woman went missing after traveling to Atlanta for a concert on June 6.
Lilburn man charged with Fourth of July murder of roommate
Martin Montiel-Moreno was arrested and charged with felony and malice murder, aggravated battery, and aggravated assault in the death of his roommate.
Martin Montiel-Moreno was arrested and charged with felony and malice murder, aggravated battery, and aggravated assault in the death of his roommate.
Beloved family of four killed in tragic plane crash while returning home from beach vacation
The community is mourning the loss of Travis and Candace Buchanan and their two young children after their plane crashed while returning from beach vacation.
The community is mourning the loss of Travis and Candace Buchanan and their two young children after their plane crashed while returning from beach vacation.
Man, woman wanted for stealing from South Fulton Kroger store
South Fulton Police are investigating a June 3 shoplifting incident at the Kroger on Cascade Road.
South Fulton Police are investigating a June 3 shoplifting incident at the Kroger on Cascade Road.
Man accused of knocking man out with freezer on Lake Lanier boat slip
Deputies say the Buford man stripped naked and knocked another man out with a deep freezer during a confrontation at Lake Lanier.
Deputies say the Buford man stripped naked and knocked another man out with a deep freezer during a confrontation at Lake Lanier.
Former '16 & Pregnant' star Whitney Purvis left obit comment before arrest
New details are emerging in the case of Whitney Blake Purvis, a former star of MTV’s 16 & Pregnant, who is now facing felony involuntary manslaughter charges in connection to a man’s fatal overdose.
New details are emerging in the case of Whitney Blake Purvis, a former star of MTV’s 16 & Pregnant, who is now facing felony involuntary manslaughter charges in connection to a man’s fatal overdose.
Operation Southern Slow Down targeting speeders in Georgia
State and local law enforcement are targeting speeders and aggressive drivers on Georgia's interstates and major highways as part of Operation Southern Slow Down.
State and local law enforcement are targeting speeders and aggressive drivers on Georgia's interstates and major highways as part of Operation Southern Slow Down.
GBI warning sex offenders of scammers impersonating officers
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is warning the public about an active scam that is specifically targeting individuals listed on the state's sex offender registry.
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is warning the public about an active scam that is specifically targeting individuals listed on the state's sex offender registry.
Georgia DNR game warden shoots, kills man during confrontation in Lamar County
The incident occurred near Highway 341 and Brent Road in Barnesville, following a homeowner's report of a trespasser.
The incident occurred near Highway 341 and Brent Road in Barnesville, following a homeowner's report of a trespasser.
Arrest in deadly Midtown Atlanta stabbing Tuesday morning
Terry Parmer, 56, was arrested and charged with murder, felony murder, and aggravated assault.
Terry Parmer, 56, was arrested and charged with murder, felony murder, and aggravated assault.
Fourth of July fireworks incident causes $100K in damages in Cobb County
Anye Nde was arrested and charged with arson after igniting fireworks at a Cobb County apartment complex, causing approximately $100,000 in damages.
Anye Nde was arrested and charged with arson after igniting fireworks at a Cobb County apartment complex, causing approximately $100,000 in damages.
Southwest Atlanta burglary under investigation, video released
Atlanta police have released surveillance video of a burglary that occurred on July 5 at an apartment on Moury Avenue.
Atlanta police have released surveillance video of a burglary that occurred on July 5 at an apartment on Moury Avenue.
Man accused of raping young child on the run from Gwinnett County Police
Wildy Dardompre is wanted by Gwinnett County Police on multiple charges, including rape and child molestation.
Wildy Dardompre is wanted by Gwinnett County Police on multiple charges, including rape and child molestation.
Man found shot to the face along Broad Street in downtown Atlanta
A 26-year-old man was found with a gunshot wound to the face near Five Points Plaza in downtown Atlanta.
A 26-year-old man was found with a gunshot wound to the face near Five Points Plaza in downtown Atlanta.
Georgia couple arrested after dead, neglected dogs found in Walker County business
Ronald and Melissa Jackson were arrested and charged with multiple counts of animal cruelty.
Ronald and Melissa Jackson were arrested and charged with multiple counts of animal cruelty.
Woman found guilty of killing in-laws with poisonous mushrooms in beef Wellington
Erin Patterson has been found guilty of murdering three relatives by serving them a beef Wellington laced with poisonous mushrooms, in a case that shocked Australia.
Erin Patterson has been found guilty of murdering three relatives by serving them a beef Wellington laced with poisonous mushrooms, in a case that shocked Australia.
17-year-old daughter arrested for parents' murders in Carroll County
Authorities have made an arrest in the February murder of a Carroll County couple that left a quiet community in shock and devastated those who knew them.
Authorities have made an arrest in the February murder of a Carroll County couple that left a quiet community in shock and devastated those who knew them.