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1 dead in shooting at Redan High School in DeKalb, one other woman critically injured

DeKalb County, GA – There has been a tragic incident reported at Redan High School in DeKalb County, Georgia. One person has died due to a shooting that took place within the school premises. Details about the victim and the circumstances surrounding the shooting are still under investigation.

A confrontation between a landlord and roommates escalated into a SWAT situation in a neighborhood off Panola Road in DeKalb. Police were initially alerted about gunshots during the dispute at a home located off Bridgewater Branch. A man barricaded himself inside the residence and threatened harm to anyone attempting to leave.

SWAT teams intervened and successfully evacuated four individuals safely from the house. During a search of the premises, officers found an unresponsive man, who was later pronounced dead at the scene. The cause of his death is yet to be determined by authorities. The deceased’s identity and his role in the altercation (whether he was the landlord or one of the roommates involved) have not been disclosed by the police.

Another tragic incident unfolded at Harriston Woods Apartments on Summerview Drive in Stone Mountain, resulting in a double shooting. The shooting, reported to be related to a domestic issue, occurred within a first-floor apartment unit. A 55-year-old man lost his life in the shooting, while a 41-year-old woman sustained critical injuries.

The suspect has been identified and charged, although they are currently not in police custody. DeKalb law enforcement officials are actively investigating the incident to gather further details about the circumstances that led to the shooting.

These recent shootings in DeKalb County have caused significant concern and are currently under thorough investigation by local authorities to ascertain the events that transpired and the individuals involved.

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Zora Stowers

Update: 2024-05-22