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Georgia student shot and killed by ‘armed intruder’ on college campus
An armed intruder shot and killed a female student on a college campus in Georgia on Saturday, plunging the university into a temporary lockdown.The incident unfolded at around 4pm on Saturday when Kennesaw State University said that a “dispute” broke out in front of the Austin Residence Complex on the Kennsaw Campus of Kennesaw State University.The suspect, identified as Samuel Harris, shot and killed Alasia Franklin, 21, and then fled the scene, KSU Emergency Management said.A shelter in place was ordered at the college campus while law enforcement searched for the suspect.By 4.43pm the suspect was in custody and the...
Man out on bond accused of shooting man during carjacking in East Point
EAST POINT, Ga. - The East Point Police Department recently announced that they have captured a suspected carjacker known to frequent the area of Virginia Avenue and Harrison Road. The suspect, previously arrested for armed robberies at the Family Dollar and Arby's restaurant, had been released on bond for those...
Brickbat: Missed Delivery
Police in Cobb County, Georgia, have arrested former U.S. Postal Service carrier Ebony Williams on charges of theft and forgery. Police saw Williams getting into a car that had been reported stolen. When they approached her, they saw letters scattered around the interior of the car. After getting a warrant, they found ripped-open checks among the mail in the glove compartment and trunk. Police believe Williams stole the checks instead of delivering them.
Tree trimmer dies after being electrocuted, Acworth police say
ACWORTH, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - A worker died after he was electrocuted while cutting down trees on Monday, according to the Acworth Police Department. “He had taken his chainsaw, and that’s what caught the power line, and it was all over for him,” described neighbor Debbie Carter.
'A bright, shining light' | Loved ones grieving after Kennesaw State University student is killed in crash
BARTOW COUNTY, Ga. — Aimee Odom was a light -- a hard worker with a sweet spirit who would give her all to those around her. For her best friend's mother, Colleen Gray, Aimee was the girl who helped her daughter get out of her comfort zone and include her in activities. She was there for her daughter whenever she needed it.
Smyrna man arrested for possession of meth
ROSWELL, Ga. — Roswell police arrested a 22-year-old Smyrna man April 27 during a patrol near Old Dogwood and Holcomb Bridge roads at the Exxon gas station. Officers said they found the man behind the business, which had previously trespassed him. When the officers asked the suspect if he...
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