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Two People Were Shot And Killed In Georgia. The Suspect Was Just Arrested In Another State.
A man who was wanted in connection to two murders in Georgia was arrested in Alabama. Several agencies worked together to make the arrest of Elijah Smith.
4-Week-Old Died With A BAC 4X Higher Than Legal Driving Limit For An Adult
A baby in Georgia died from alcohol poisoning and police say they charged the parents with murder. Authorities said the baby was taken to the hospital and later died.
Her Husband Filed For Divorce And A Protective Order. So, She Stabbed Him 22 Times Until He Died.
A woman in Georgia stabbed her husband 22 times until he died after he filed for a protective order. Now, she will spend the rest of her life in prison.
Man Allegedly Stuffed his 82-Year-Old Grandmother In Plastic Bags And Stuffed Her In A Freezer — Alive
A man in Georgia stuffed his still alive grandmother into bags and then in a freezer, according to a report. Her remains weren't found until months later.
Two People Got Into An Argument At A Birthday Party Over A Man They Were Both Dating. It Ended With A Mom Dead.
A woman was sent to prison for stabbing a mom to death during a birthday party in Georgia. Police say an argument over a man led to the attack.
Man Shot Dead At A Georgia ATM. Suspect Arrested Months Later, And Police Say They Are Looking For Others Involved
A man was shot dead at a Georgia ATM. Months later authorities say they have arrested a murder suspect, but still haven't identified the victim.
EMT And National Guard Member Accused Of Abusing 2-year-old, Victim's Mom Also Charged
An EMT in Georgia and a National Guard member is accused of abusing a 2-year-old toddler, police said. The victim's mom was also arrested and charged.
Man Shot Dead At A Georgia Motel, Suspect Turned Herself In Days Later: Cops
A woman in Georgia faces a murder charge in connection to a fatal motel shooting. Police say the suspect and victim knew each other for years.
Woman Drove Overdose Victim Back To Her Home And Left Her In Driveway, Remains Not Found For Days: Report
A woman overdosing on drugs in Georgia was left in a driveway and found dead days later. Police have arrested one woman in connection to the case.
63-year-old Found Dead With 'Numerous Lacerations,' Man Half Her Age Accused Of Murder
A man has been charged with murder in connection to the death of a woman found with "numerous lacerations," authorities said. Police have not released a motive.
Georgia man accused of triple murder during robbery, second suspect still at large: Police
A suspect is in custody in connection to the murders of three people shot at a home in Georgia during what police believe was a robbery, officials said.
Woman's remains found two decades after she went missing. It took another 10 years for her family to get justice.
A woman went missing in Georgia in 1991 and her remains were found buried in 2011. Another 10 years later, the killer was sentenced to prison.
She went missing from her hair salon and it took 18-months to find her remains. Her killer still hasn't been found.
A woman went missing from her Georgia hair salon in 2004 and it took months to find her remains. Her homicide is now a cold case, though police are asking for help.
Man was being searched in connection to a murder allegedly ran from cops and jumped into a lake — despite being unable to swim
A man wanted in connection to a missing woman tried to swim from the cops, despite being unable to swim. The victim was found dead in his car, police said.
Man stabbed to death at Georgia gas station, suspect accused of murder
A man in Georgia was charged with murder after a dispute at a gas station turned deadly, police said. The suspect was charged with murder, police said.
Two men arrested for murder, another on run one week after drive-by shooting near downtown Atlanta: Cops
One week after a drive-by shooting claimed the life of a man in Atlanta, police have taken two of three suspects into custody for felony murder, police said.
Registered sex offender tried to entice child when she got off a school bus, cops said. Until a parent stepped in.
A registered sex offender in Georgia is accused of trying to lure a child after she got off a school bus. Police say a parent saw the interaction.
Argument inside a Georgia convenience store turns deadly, 60-year-old man accused of murder
A man and a victim got in an argument inside a Georgia convenience store, but it turned into a deadly shooting. Now, the 60-year-old suspect is accused of murder.
Man killed after fight at a home in Georgia, suspect accused of murder
A man died from his injuries after a fight at a home in Georgia. Police said a suspect was arrested and charged with murder in connection to the case.
Barber and dad to two children shot and killed during an armed robbery, suspect arrested
A man has been arrested in connection to the killing of a dad and barber in Georgia. Police said the murder happened during an armed robbery.
Suspect accused of killing 72-year-old taxi driver during Atlanta carjacking
Authorities have apprehended the man accused of fatally shooting an elderly taxi driver during a carjacking and stealing his vehicle, Atlanta police said.
Man charged with shooting death of security guard at Atlanta hookah bar, police say
A murder suspect in Georgia is in custody after he allegedly fatally shot a security guard at an Atlanta hookah bar, police said. He was charged with murder.
Man found dead in house fire had been shot, police say his grandson is to blame
A 68-year-old man found inside a house fire was actually shot before a fire. Now, police say his grandson has been arrested and charged with murder.
A teenager wanted to start a new life with her boyfriend. Then, she killed her mother and brother for tax refund cash.
A woman in Georgia was sentenced for the murder of her mom and special needs brother. The victims were found in a burned home. The suspect fled with a tax refund.
59-year-old woman shot, killed as she drove along a Georgia parkway. Months later, police say they arrested a suspect.
A 59-year-old was shot and killed as she drove along a Georgia road. She died days later. Now, months after the shooting, police say they arrested a suspect.
Man allegedly involved in two murder cases in the span of months has been arrested in Atlanta
A man has been arrested in connection with a murder in Atlanta after being on the run since January. Five months earlier, he was wanted for another murder in the city.
Town in terror: police apprehend Georgia man accused of crime spree that included murder, home invasion, bank robbery
A Georgia man is in custody in connection to a violent crime spree that included home invasion, armed robbery and murder, authorities announced.
Man shot and killed construction worker in Atlanta after dispute about noise, cops say
A man has been charged with murder and aggravated assault after he allegedly shot at construction workers in Atlanta over a noise dispute, one was killed.
They wanted revenge after their gang was disrespected. So they fired 70 bullets at homes and churches.
Three people were sent to prison in Georgia for a double murder. The killings happened after the suspect's gang was disrespected. The trio fired more than 70 shots.
Elementary school employee accused of putting camera in bathroom to spy on children
An elementary school employee in Georgia is accused of putting a camera in a bathroom to spy on two boys using the urinal. The suspect faces various criminal charges.
Woman facing trial for murder found dead in a Georgia cemetary in 2019. Police just arrested a suspect in the case.
A Georgia woman was charged in connection to the mysterious death of Priscilla Riner Hooks, who was accused of murdering her ex-boyfriend in 2018.
‘I got hit in the chest!’ Video shows Georgia deputy shot after he stops man with alleged history of mental illness
Authorities in Georgia have released videos of a traffic stop after a man who allegedly has a history of mental illness shot a deputy during a traffic stop.
Georgia man demanded exuberant fee from elderly victim while doing yard work, now face charges: report
A Georgia man has been arrested in Alabama after he allegedly financially exploited an elderly person while performing yard work. He is being held on $5,000 bond.
Georgia mother accused of murdering 4-year-old son after remains were found: police
A Georgia mother has been charged with murder in connection with her 4-year-old son's disappearance. Police have found human remains that have yet to be identified.
From 'America's sweetheart' to jail mugshot: How an arrest might have helped Reese Witherspoon's career
Actress Reese Witherspoon was known for various sweetheart film roles, but after her arrest in Georgia she took on new roles. A situation of scandal helping a career.
Nashville murder suspect arrested in victim’s stolen car in another state, cops say
A Detroit woman was arrested after she allegedly shot and killed a man in a Nashville hotel. Police say she was found driving the victim's stolen vehicle in Georgia.
Several neglected people found in basement of group home, 'pastor' charged: police
Several people were found locked up in the basement of a "group home" in Georgia. Now, police say a man posing as a pastor and his wife were arrested.
He was part of a group that went to rob a teen over a pair of shoes. Instead, a grandmother was murdered.
A teen was part of a group that went to rob a person over a pair of shoes in Georgia. Instead, a grandmother was killed. Now, one teen will head to prison for life.
1 killed, 5 hurt in Georgia nightclub shooting. One suspect in custody, police hunting for second man.
Five people were hurt and one person died in a shooting at a Georgie lounge. Police say they arrested one suspect and are searching for a person wanted for murder.
8-year-old gunned down while petting a horse in drive-by shooting, murder suspect arrested
A Georgia man has been charged in connection to the drive-by shooting of a child in Georgia. He was charged with murder and is being held in jail.
5-year-old killed in drive-by shooting in South Carolina, suspect arrested weeks later
A 5-year-old boy was shot and killed during a drive-by shooting in South Carolina. The suspected shooter has been arrested in Georgia, police said
Police capture Alabama man fleeing to L.A. in Greyhound bus after allegedly committing double homicide
Police in Arizona apprehended a murder suspect wanted in connection to the shooting deaths of a mother and her daughter in Georgia. He was arrested at a bust stop.
Georgia mother accused of killing her 1-year-old son claimed he was run over by a truck, police say
A Georgia mother is under arrest after she failed to seek medical care for her baby boy and he died on Christmas Day, police said.
Georgia man arrested for allegedly murdering his father, attempting to kill his mother
A Georgia man has been arrested after he allegedly killed his father and attempted to kill his mother. His father's body was found outside a home, police said.
Suspect spotted wearing surgical gloves as he left the apartment where he killed a couple, cops say
A couple was stabbed to death in their Atlanta apartment on Nov. 22. A suspect has been arrested in connection to the murder, police announced.
Fox Hunter: New podcast shines new light on 31-year-old murder of Rhonda Sue Coleman
More than 30 years ago, Rhonda Sue Coleman was murdered. No suspects named or arrests have been made since then, but now the Fox Hunter podcast discusses the case.
Police: 11-year-old boy killed in Georgia, 12-year-old boy charged with his murder
An 11-year-old boy was shot and killed in Georgia. Now, police say a 12-year-old boy has been arrested and charged in connection to the murder.
Georgia teen accused of shooting, killing a 16-year-old last week
A Savannah teen was charged with fatally shooting a 16-year-old in Garden City, Georgia, police announced. He reportedly turned himself in after authorities.
He killed a man during an armed robbery in Georgia. Now, he'll head to prison.
A man was sentenced to life in prison for the murder of a Georgia man during an armed robbery. His girlfriend was also arrested in connection to the case.
Georgia man accused of murder after marijuana drug deal went wrong
A Georgia man allegedly shot and killed a man during a marijuana drug deal in a Best Western parking lot. The victim tried to drive away after being shot, cops said.