Horrified neighbors called 911 and then tried to help the severely injured victims as best they could before rescuers arrived. Two people have been arrested in connection to the shooting death of a man last week in the Douglasville shopping center. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts. The brother and a 19-year-old are now in custody in connection to the fatal shooting, Pounds said. Authorities told Patch no further details will be released at this time. Market data provided by Factset. Ghost guns are untraceable guns made from parts sold online. This loss is absolutely senseless," Racine said. Policas investigan un ataque a tiros en una vivienda en Douglasville, Georgia, el sbado 7 de febrero de 2015. He was panicking. By the time the rescue workers arrived at the scene, it was too late to save the man. Multiple bullet holes could be seen on a driver's side window. Went out there and, you know, looked and it was already over," Hallman said. While leaving, at least two people in the vehicle began. Medics arrived and took him to a hospital. "Its so sad," Pounds said. Police were still trying to determine the shooter's motive and piece together what happened. Very few details have been released about the crash, but Channel 2 Action News was on the scene at Veterans Memorial Highway in Douglasville Thursday night. DOUGLASVILLE, Ga. - Gunfire on one of the busiest shopping days of the year set off a panic at a Douglasville shopping mall this week. DOUGLASVILLE, Ga. - Gunfire in a Douglasville shopping center has left a 21-year-old man dead late Wednesday night. Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. Jones said the gunshot was extremely loud and everyone began screaming and tell each other to get down. "And then I heard four more shots.". Authorities said the 19-year-old was supposed to buy a homemade weapon the 13-year-old created. She was seen . WSB-TV Channel 2 - Atlanta facebook feed(Opens a new window), WSB-TV Channel 2 - Atlanta twitter feed(Opens a new window), WSB-TV Channel 2 - Atlanta instagram feed(Opens a new window), WSB-TV Channel 2 - Atlanta youtube feed(Opens a new window), Reality star Honey Boo Boo was inside speeding Dodge Charger involved in chase with Ga. deputies, Identical twins making metro area history in the shipping business, A 17-year-old Gwinnett County girl thought she was taking Percocet; now shes dead, Friends, families desperate for answers after pair of best friends disappear in metro Atlanta, SCHOOL CLOSINGS AND DELAYS: Here is our full list. Douglasville police arrived at the shopping center on Hospital Drive and found a man shot lying next to a BMW SUV. "This baby was taken in a bad way," Kyra's aunt previously Angela Berry told 11Alive. (AP Photo/David Goldman) (The Associated Press). As HUD noted, this reduction could save an average borrower $800 a year. Douglas County District Attorney Dalia Racine called the shooting a tragedy of epic proportion.". Naomi Judd: Country Music Hall of Fame ceremony will proceed; Wynonna expected to attend, Driver of midtown Atlanta pedal pub accident that injured 15 charged with DUI, Seven Georgia hotels now ranked as some of the best in the world. "Now it's more tragedy on top of this.". The child, whos name and identity have not been released, died at the gas station as distraught family members looked on, witness Jaquan Straughn said. According to the sheriff's office, there was minor property damage in the shooting. Public Health leaders make big push for opioid reversal medication during crisis. ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) -Metro Atlanta leaders need your help saving lives. Fortunately, no one was shot, but police did say someone was injured in the dash that ensued and was taken to the hospital. Pounds said investigators also have interest in a third person in Kyra's shooting death, but have not released their identity. DOUGLASVILLE, Ga. Douglasville police told Channel 2 Action News they have arrested two people connected to a shooting involving a 3-year-old boy on Saturday morning. Example video title will go here for this video. Stay here!. A fourth individual, Kevin Martinez, was also allegedly in the vehicle, Williams said, and police are still trying to locate him. 2023 FOX News Network, LLC. Another neighbor, Angela Ansah, struggled to explain to her own children what happened to their slain friends a few houses down. DOUGLASVILLE, Ga. Douglasville police are investigating a deadly shooting in the middle of a busy shopping center. For some reason, the childs family left the house and stopped at the Marathon gas station on Stewart Mill Road about three blocks away. The Douglasville Police Department said officers arriving at the scene found the victim lying next to a BMW SUV. To request removal of your name from an arrest report, submit these required items to arrestreports@patch.com. Detectives are looking for a silver Toyota Camry and two men who ran from the scene. This station is part of Cox Media Group Television. Clayton police said the shooting occurred near Riverdale Road and Norman Drive. DOUGLASVILLE, Ga. The teen charged in his older sister's accidental shooting deathwas trying to shoot at people who were allegedly trying to rob him, the Douglas County Sheriff said. There was a large police presence at the scene and caution tape was seen across the roadway. By using this website, you accept the terms of our Visitor Agreement and Privacy Policy, and understand your options regarding Ad Choices. All rights reserved. The Douglasville Police Department told 11Alive that the Douglas County Sheriff's Office is the agency investigating this case. Man shot to death in middle of parking lot at Douglasville shopping center, police say. In a Wednesday afternoon press conference days after 14-year-old Kyra Scott wastragically shotand killed in Douglasville Saturday night, Sheriff Tim Pounds said her 13-year-old brother admitted to shooting her. Investigators have identified the victim but no information is being released until his next of kin are notified. Douglas County Sheriff's Lt. Glenn Daniel said the gunman shot six people before fatally shooting himself, and the two surviving victims are children, but children are also among the dead. All rights reserved. "Now this kid is 13 years old, but he's making weapons. Dont die! and then he was yelling that she was shot, so the police officer and the women, they were holding her up, just kind of slapping her in the face, telling her, Stay here! Associated Press photographer David Goldman contributed to this report. The shooting occurred around midnight at Douglas Commons Shopping Center at the corner of Hospital Drive and Fairburn Road. Police responded. In a tweet posted shortly before 4 p.m., the department said it . ET) at the Fulton. Saturday afternoon, people ran for their lives at Arbor Place Mall in Douglasville after hearing the gunshot. A vehicle has significant damages after an accident involving an Amtrak train in Douglas County. Lieutenant John Mauney with the sheriff's office said authorities are not sure how long the teen had been making guns, and they are looking into potential charges for weapons at this time. DOUGLASVILLE, Ga. Neighbors along a quiet, suburban street outside Atlanta were left horrified after police say a man shot six people, killing four of them, including his ex-wife and several children before ending the rampage by turning the gun on himself. DOUGLASVILLE, Ga. Deputies are working to unravel exactly how a child was shot and ended up dying at a Douglasville gas station over the weekend. Douglasville police searching for person of interest in shooting, LIST: Schools across Georgia closing early ahead of possible severe weather, National Park Service says never push a slower friend down when escaping a bear, Family displaced after tree falls on home, More than 100 Kias, Hyundais stolen in metro Atlanta so far this year, High interest rates result in repossessed cars, lawmakers discuss regulation, Fate of students one of many questions for Buckhead cityhood movement, Sign up for Atlanta News First Newsletters. The 19-year-old and another unidentified person allegedly robbed Kyra's brother and tried to flee with the weapon instead of paying. ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Douglasville police are searching for a person of interest in a Nov. 22 shooting. But there are still three other people wanted in connection to the shooting. The frantic situation played out at a Marathon gas station on. Neighbors said family of young girl who died at gas station just moved here a few months ago. Related Articles Police have arrested a woman accused of shooting a 17-year-old in the face during a road rage incident on I-20. Learn about careers at Cox Media Group. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, Douglas County Sheriff's Lt. Glenn Daniel said the gunman shot six people before fatally shooting himself, and the two surviving victims are children, but children are also among the dead. Teresa Carter, 59, said she heard the gunfire from inside her home but did not see what happened. DOUGLASVILLE, Ga. - Gunfire on one of the busiest shopping days of the year set off a panic at a Douglasville. There is a $5,000 reward for information. He is expected to survive. 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According to Douglasville Police Chief Gary Sparks, officers were called to the Intown Suites Extended Stay motel off of Thornton Road just within the Douglasville city limits at 9:30 a.m. WSB-TV Channel 2 - Atlanta facebook feed(Opens a new window), WSB-TV Channel 2 - Atlanta twitter feed(Opens a new window), WSB-TV Channel 2 - Atlanta instagram feed(Opens a new window), WSB-TV Channel 2 - Atlanta youtube feed(Opens a new window), Reality star Honey Boo Boo was inside speeding Dodge Charger involved in chase with Ga. deputies, Identical twins making metro area history in the shipping business, A 17-year-old Gwinnett County girl thought she was taking Percocet; now shes dead, Friends, families desperate for answers after pair of best friends disappear in metro Atlanta, SCHOOL CLOSINGS AND DELAYS: Here is our full list. Police say that the two women got away during the chaos and, with little information to go on, they're hoping someone has videos or photos that could help them identify the suspects. Everybody at the gas station was emotional, Straughn said. Police said the suspect was traveling on Interstate 20 east just after 4 p.m. Sunday in a black sedan. For information on family engagement opportunities and tips on how to help your children succeed in school, take a look at this: See the latest announcement from the school system, which centers on this recruitment fair. Channel 2s Tyisha Fernandes was in Douglas County, where the girl was apparently shot at a home on Vicki Lane on Saturday. Updated Dec 19, 2020. Douglas County Sheriff's Lt. Glenn Daniel said the gunman shot six people before fatally shooting himself, and the two surviving victims are children, but children are also among the dead. A large portion of the parking lot was roped off for hours while police looked for clues. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]. Anyone with information about this incident should contact detectives at 678-293-1747. Closure. The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Douglasville. A passenger in the victims car was able to take a photo of the woman. Police responded to the Budgetel Inn at 1270 Waterway Circle and found a man suffering from a gunshot wound. The shooting took place around 1:30 p.m. at the intersection of . DOUGLASVILLE, Ga. Deputies are working to unravel exactly how a child was shot and ended up dying at a Douglasville gas station over the weekend. He did not know when the couple divorced or if they had prior contact with police. or redistributed. The shooter then exited on Chapel Hill Road. 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Police have arrested a woman accused of shooting a 17-year-old in the face during a road rage incident on I-20. You've successfully subscribed to this newsletter! Investigators said they believe the gun that killed Kyra was one her brother made. Anyone with information should contact Det. Felix, 21, was shot Wednesday night during an alleged drug deal in the parking lot near the McDonald's, according to Douglasville police. A 21-year-old man is dead and the shooter on the run after gunfire at the Kroger in the Douglas Commons Shopping Center. A fight between two women led to a shooting Saturday afternoon at Arbor Place mall, Douglasville police said. FOX 5 cameras saw multiple evidence markers next to what appeared to be shell casings. Segn la polica, el agresor armado mat cuatro personas, incluida su ex esposa, e hiri a dos nios en el lugar. 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Douglasville Police Detective Sean Williams said Felix went with three other suspects to Douglasville. At this time, police believe the shooting was an isolated incident. 2023 Cox Media Group. Jason Slate called it the 'biggest shot' in Greg Dunson's . The sheriff's office said first responders arrived to the scene and performed CPR and other life-saving measures, but it was too late. The shooting occurred around midnight at Douglas Commons Shopping Center. Police responded to the Budgetel Inn at 1270 Waterway Circle and found a man suffering from a gunshot wound. Investigators would not give Fernandes any more details on the case. One person was killed and another injured in a shooting that led to gunfire with police inside the Chapel Hills subdivision Sunday in Douglasville. The family told 11Alive both the 13-year-old and 19-year-old are charged with murder, but Racine said any charges initially brought on by law enforcement will be reviewed by the district attorney's office. Police say it is likely drug related. Similar scenes have played out at Lenox Square Mall in Buckhead, clocking in its fifth shooting this year in early December. "An unspeakable loss for her family. Douglasville police said the victim was riding in the front passenger seat of a car traveling eastbound on I-20 from Villa Rica when a woman in a black sedan pulled up alongside the vehicle and fired a shot. "I got up, I didnt know what was going on, so I ran in there with him and we stayed in there for about 30 minutes.". Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by Refinitiv Lipper. Ashlyn Crouch told her mother that the car she was riding in accidentally cut Griffith off. Anyone with information pertaining to the suspects is asked to contact Detective Williams at 678-293-1747. Kyra was a freshman in high school, according to the family. They are looking for it and two men who ran from the scene, one may be injured. 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(AP Foto/David Goldman), A couple embraces as they wait after requesting to speak with police officers upon arriving at the shooting scene where authorities say five people are dead, including the gunman, in Douglasville, Ga. on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2015. "And he's selling those weapons on the streets of Douglas County, Carroll County, Atlanta everywhere.". Local Man Leads Chase In Stolen Vehicle + Voter Education Townhall, DCSS Educator Recruitment Fair + New Sam's Club Fulfillment Center, FHA Premiums Reduced: What This Means For You, City Of Douglasville: Congratulations To Douglasville Planning & Zoning Administrator, Marissa Jackson, Adulting 101 Class + Seeing The 'Full Worm Moon' In Metro Atlanta, Douglas County School System: Parent Post #3, Douglas County School System: Teacher Recruitment Fair 23, Woman Convicted Of Stabbing Husband + Blairs Bridge Rd. Police say shots were fired at Arbor Place Mall after a fight between two women. Straughn said he thinks the family was on the way to the hospital, but stopped when they realized the girl was not breathing. That's when Pounds said gunfire ensued, and in an attempt to shoot at the accused thieves, the 13-year-old boy accidentally shot his sister. Kyra did not survive her injuries. DOUGLASVILLE, Ga. The family of a 15-year-old shot and killed at a Douglasville house party said Tuesday in a statement that "he was our baby and brought immeasurable love to us" as police . Blayne Gibbs at 678-293-1823, or gibbsb@douglasvillega.gov. "A mother losing two kids at one time.". Kyras family had recently moved from Gwinnett County to Douglasville. A Channel 2 Action News photographer captured video as police blocked off the busy shopping center. Get all the stories you need-to-know from the most powerful name in news delivered first thing every morning to your inbox. Several children were gunned down as they fled on a street, neighbors said. Authorities have charged two people in the fatal shooting of a 25-year-old earlier this month during an argument at a Douglasville apartment complex. DOUGLASVILLE, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Douglasville police have charged three people in connection to the shooting death of a 19-year-old man at a Douglasville hotel on Monday. By WSBTV.com News Staff July 13, 2022 at 5:43 pm EDT. Cobb County health officials said more than 120 people died from opioids in 2021, and 97 of those were from Fentanyl. El hombre muri de una herida de bala autoinfligida, dijeron las autoridades. See the latest announcement from City of Douglasville; Jackson received certification. So everybody started running into the nail shop, the guy that was doing my feet, he ran into the back closet," Minnie Coleman said. But there are still three other people wanted in connection to the shooting. Felix, 21, was shot Wednesday night during an alleged drug deal in the parking lot near the McDonalds, according to Douglasville police. Douglasville police said Janaya Campbell, 29, is in custody in . Douglasville resident Capt. DOUGLASVILLE, Ga. A 17-year-old and his mother have been arrested in connection with the deadly shooting of a Douglasville teen. Legal Statement. According to Douglasville police, the shooting started with a fight between two women, with cameras capturing a brawl shortly before the shots rang out. With Wednesday's one-point win in the Class 6A quarterfinals, Alexander coach Jason Slate got win No. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Photos show a white SUV that appears to be smashed in the front. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. Download the FOX 5 Atlanta appfor breaking news and weather alerts. Warrants have been issued for the arrests of Abel Santiago, Ovicel Santiago and Victor Maldonado, for their involvement in Felixs death. That just blows my mind, Crouch said. All rights reserved. The deadly shooting happened at the Kroger Douglas Commons on Hospital. It was a very emotional scene.. People just need to take a deep breath, or just stay off the road, Crouch said. He is expected to survive. Douglasville Police Detective Sean Williams said Felix . Jones was the only reporter in the courtroom as Griffith took the stand for the first time. Segn la polica, el agresor armado mat cuatro personas, incluida su ex esposa, e hiri a dos nios en el lugar. Medics arrived and took him to a hospital. DOUGLASVILLE, GA A person was shot Thursday afternoon, and authorities say a person is in jail in connection with the shooting. Douglasville police said Janaya Campbell, 29, is in custody in the Calhoun County Jail, and Ismael Gomez, 26, is in custody in the Dougherty County Jail for involvement in Angel Felixs death. A cashier who was working when it happened said he came out and there was a crowd around Kyra as she was motionless on the ground. He was yelling, saying, Dont die! Pounds said the teen was making "ghost guns" from start to finish. The shopping center has several stores, including a Kroger grocery store. DOUGLAS COUNTY, Ga. Douglasville police are investigating a shooting that killed a 15-year-old boy Friday morning. Detectives learned that the suspects three children, who were ages 4 - 9, were in the car with her at the time of the shooting. Crouch said her daughter is out of the intensive care unit and in a regular room now. "I heard shots, and I heard the girl scream," Carter said. There will be a candlelight vigil to remember the teenager in Lawrenceville on Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings. On Monday, there was still a bullet hole in a window of the home on Vicki Lane, where a neighbor said the shooting happened. In this criminal act, our investigators and crime scene technicians did an excellent job doing what they were trained to do working for you, the citizens of Douglasville, to be sure these people are found and brought to justice, Sparks said. DOUGLASVILLE, GA A person was shot Thursday afternoon, and authorities say a person is in jail in connection with the shooting. Jones talked to Crouchs mother, Dianna Crouch, who couldnt believe what Griffith did to her child -- or what she did afterward. The shooting happened Saturday around 3 p.m. in a subdivision about 20 miles west of Atlanta, Douglas County Sheriff's Lt. Glenn Daniel said. Last updated: 7/21/2021 2021 Schedule of Douglas County 4-H Shooting Sports Events: April 14: All Parents & Member Shooting Sports Meeting April 15: Deadline to upload Hunter Safety Certifications, .22 Pistol and Western Heritage Permission Forms to 4-H Online June 1-June [] Policas investigan un ataque a tiros en una vivienda en Douglasville, Georgia, el sbado 7 de febrero de 2015. Brandon Hallman was working on a car a few houses down when the shooting started. Officers made . Local Man Leads Chase In Stolen Vehicle + Voter Education Townhall, DCSS Educator Recruitment Fair + New Sam's Club Fulfillment Center, Adulting 101 Class + Seeing The 'Full Worm Moon' In Metro Atlanta, City Of Douglasville: Congratulations To Douglasville Planning & Zoning Administrator, Marissa Jackson, Douglas County School System: Parent Post #3. Police say they believe this is an isolated incident. Douglasville police told Channel 2 Action News they have arrested two people connected to a shooting involving a 3-year-old boy on Saturday morning.. "I heard a couple quick shots, you know, back to back to back. He thanked the citizens of Douglasville and Douglas County for their support and assistance in the case and encouraged them to stay involved. Once the investigation is turned over to her office, Racine said they'll then determine the appropriate charges. "I never imagined anything would happenlike this, You don't think - it's right here at Christmas and people - unfortunately the world's gone crazy," Tonya Jones, who was inside the mall at the time, told FOX 5. She was denied bond at her first bond hearing Monday morning. Two people have been arrested in connection to the shooting death of a man last week in the Douglasville shopping center. Channel 2s Tyisha Fernandes was in Douglas. This station is part of Cox Media Group Television. Ansah said some of the children targeted Saturday often came over to her house to play with her own children. The victim, Ashlyn Crouch, is being treated at a local hospital and is expected to be released, police said. According to Douglasville PD, officers responded to a person shot at the Comfort Inn at 5487 Westmoreland Plaza Tuesday morning around 12:50 a.m. and found a 23-year-old female with non-life threatening gunshot wounds in the lobby of the hotel. Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions.