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MARTA has announced plans to upgrade payment systems at four long-term parking decks in the metro Atlanta area, set to reopen on October 7. The upgrades will include new entry and exit gates, ticket dispensers, payment machines, and license plate recognition cameras to enhance customer experience.
Two men are accused of breaking into an Atlanta restaurant, stealing alcohol, crab legs, and knives, prompting a call for public assistance from the Atlanta Police Department. This incident marks the latest in a series of burglaries targeting the same establishment. Investigators have released security camera images in hopes of identifying the suspects.
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.
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.
Former Atlanta police officer Oliver Simmonds is on trial for the murder of 18-year-old D'Ettrick Griffin, whom he shot during a carjacking incident in 2019. Simmonds claims he believed the passenger in Griffin's car was armed, prompting him to open fire while off-duty. The trial began on September 18, 2024, and centers around the circumstances leading to the shooting.
Investigators are searching for Kordale Miliam, a dangerous gang member and one of Fulton County's most wanted fugitives, who is accused of felony murder after allegedly strangling a woman while out on bond. Miliam, also known as "Juke," was previously released on bond in 2019 and has a history of violent offenses.
Bibb County deputies responded to a report of a stolen vehicle and made an unexpected discovery upon arrival. They detected the smell of something decomposing, indicating a potentially serious situation.
Nicholas Carter, a 23-year-old, was tragically shot and killed outside an Atlanta music studio nearly a year ago. His parents are calling for justice as they continue to grieve and urge police to apprehend the suspect identified in the ongoing investigation.
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.
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.