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Authorities in Atlanta are actively searching for 30-year-old pregnant woman Jayshelle Hamm, who has been missing since Monday. Her family has expressed grave concerns for her wellbeing, prompting the Atlanta Police Department's Adult Missing Persons Unit to take charge of the case. Anyone with information is urged to contact 911.
A man was shot in the face outside a gas station in DeKalb County during an argument that escalated to gunfire. The incident occurred overnight at the intersection of Columbia Drive and Memorial Drive, leaving one person injured. Witnesses reported that the shooting took place in the Chevron parking lot.
A family in Cobb County, Georgia, is accusing the owners of a funeral home that recently burned down of stealing their pre-paid funeral funds. The incident has raised concerns about the owners' disappearance following the fire. The situation highlights the ongoing issues surrounding the funeral home's financial practices prior to the fire.
A 9-year-old girl is in critical condition after being shot during an argument between two men in Colleton County, South Carolina. The incident occurred on Sunday night, leading to multiple charges against a 23-year-old suspect, including attempted murder.
In Georgia, a recent poll reveals a tightening race between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, with only a 2.5% difference in voter preference. If the election were held today, Trump would receive 46.9% of the votes compared to Harris's 44.4%, indicating a statistical tie within the margin of error.
Gwinnett County police are investigating a series of ATM thefts in metro Atlanta, where thieves reportedly hacked into machines to steal thousands of dollars. The suspects are believed to have used malware to manipulate the ATMs into dispensing more cash than intended.
Julie Chrisley's attorney is requesting permission for her to wear civilian clothing during her upcoming resentencing hearing in Atlanta. This request comes as Chrisley, who has already served 21 months of a seven-year sentence for bank fraud, prepares for the court date set for September 25. An appeals court recently ruled in her favor, citing insufficient evidence of her involvement in the fraud scheme.
Atlanta has been named one of the top 10 most rat-infested cities in the U.S., according to pest-control company Terminix. The ranking is based on data from over 300 branches nationwide, highlighting the growing concern of rodent infestations in urban areas. New York City topped the list, while Atlanta was the only city in Georgia to make the top ten.
An Atlanta CEO, Micky Lee Wagner, has been sentenced to prison for a fraudulent scheme involving stolen identities that defrauded companies of over $5 million. Convicted of wire fraud and aggravated identity theft, Wagner's actions highlight serious issues surrounding corporate fraud and identity theft.
A man named Chris Sullens, who survived a machete attack at work, has returned home after a lengthy recovery period in Atlanta hospitals. He expressed his apprehension about attending court proceedings related to the attack, emphasizing the emotional toll of the incident.