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A crash on Interstate 85 northbound near the Buford Highway Connector in Atlanta resulted in one person being hospitalized on September 18, 2024. The incident occurred around 8:50 p.m., blocking three lanes of traffic for several hours while emergency crews responded. The crash is currently under investigation by the Atlanta Police Department.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Robo Killer's study reveals that during the 2022 election year, Americans were inundated with 15 billion political texts and 384 million calls. The article offers options for individuals looking to reduce these unsolicited communications. It highlights the overwhelming nature of political outreach in the context of the election cycle.
A Fulton County judge has denied District Attorney Fani Willis' emergency request to stop a subpoena requiring her to testify before a Georgia Senate committee. The subpoenas relate to her investigation into 2020 election interference and her connection with former special prosecutor Nathan Wade.
Multiple arrests have been made in connection with a deadly gang-related shooting that occurred in Meriwether County, Georgia, resulting in the death of a 46-year-old woman. The incident, which took place on March 29, involved gunfire at a home in Manchester. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding this tragic event.
The City of Atlanta has launched an upgraded version of its emergency notification system, NotifyATL, enhancing communication with residents during critical incidents. Residents are encouraged to register for the system by texting NOTIFYATL to 24639, allowing for customized alerts and improved connectivity.
Atlanta officials have enacted a new ordinance to address the growing issue of contractors operating without permits in the city. The ordinance, backed by City Council member Byron Amos, aims to protect neighborhoods from unauthorized construction and ensure compliance with building codes.