Update: Father surrenders teen in Clayton shootings

Name: Update: Father surrenders teen in Clayton shootings
Uploaded: 2026-01-21T20:12:22Z
Description: A 16-year-old wanted in connection to two separate shootings in Clayton County was turned in by his father. Lequan Stephens was sought following a shooting earlier this week in Lovejoy, prompting a manhunt. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation confirmed it obtained warrants for Stephens, who is now in custody as authorities continue their investigation.

A 16-year-old wanted in connection to two separate shootings in Clayton County was turned in by his father. Lequan Stephens was sought following a shooting earlier this week in Lovejoy, prompting a manhunt. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation confirmed it obtained warrants for Stephens, who is now in custody as authorities continue their investigation.

Posted January 21, 2026 3:12pm EST