CRIME & SAFETY
2 found dead in front yard of Barrow County home after murder-suicide, sheriff’s office says
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Two men were found dead in the front yard of a Barrow County home Friday night, the county sheriff’s office said. Deputies were called to the house off Highway 82 in Winder, where 22-year-old Bradley Messer had shot 58-year-old Jeffery Orr and another person before killing himself, according to the sheriff’s office. The second victim survived and was taken to a hospital, where they are expected to recover.
Athens police: Baby died while sleeping with mother
The body of an infant will undergo a medical examination to determine the cause of death after the baby was found dead Saturday in bed with his mother, according to Athens-Clarke police. The baby’s death was reported at about 2:30 p.m. through a 911 call by the mother from her...
Grand Jury Indicts Suspect in Laken Riley’s Murder
The tragic case of Laken Riley, the nursing student from Woodstock whose life was cut short in February, has taken a significant step forward as a Clarke County grand jury has indicted the man accused of her murder. Riley, a 22-year-old University of Augusta student, was found deceased on the...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.