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4 days ago
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SWAT team, multiple DeKalb police units respond to barricaded suspect on Lavista Road
The DeKalb County Police Department has a heavy presence of officers out on Lavista Road. According to a police spokesman, the officers and SWAT team are responding to what was said to be a barricaded suspect. No additional details were available. Channel 2 Action News has a news team on the way to bring you the details, Live on Channel 2 Action News at 5. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] TRENDING STORIES: Disabled woman raising money to pay $900 bill because property owner didn't install wiring right Double shooting leaves 16-year-old dead in Southwest Atlanta 'Life doesn't feel real:' Family mourns GA 9-year-old found shot in car [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
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5 days ago
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Former DeKalb County officer pleads guilty in 2015 shooting of unarmed veteran
The Brief Robert Olsen, a former DeKalb County police officer, pleaded guilty to aggravated assault in the 2015 shooting of unarmed veteran Anthony Hill, who was experiencing a mental health crisis. Olsen was sentenced to 15 years, with 12 years commuted to time served and the remainder on probation, along with 100 hours of community service. The guilty plea concludes a lengthy legal process, with Olsen accepting responsibility for his actions, providing some closure to Hill's family. DECATUR, Ga. - A former DeKalb County police officer has pleaded guilty in the 2015 fatal shooting of an unarmed U.S. Air Force veteran who was experiencing a mental health crisis. What we know On Wednesday, Robert Olsen, 63, entered a negotiated guilty plea to a single count of aggravated assault in the shooting death of Anthony Hill, 26, who was killed on March 9, 2015. The backstory Olsen had been dispatched to an apartment complex on Chamblee Tucker Road following several 911 calls reporting a man behaving erratically. When he arrived, he encountered Hill, who was naked, unarmed, and wandering the complex. Investigators said Hill ran toward Olsen with his arms outstretched as the officer approached in his patrol vehicle. Olsen exited his car, drew his weapon, and ordered Hill to stop. When Hill did not comply, Olsen fired two shots, striking Hill in the neck and chest. Hill died at the scene. Olsen later claimed he acted in self-defense, stating that Hill had attacked him—an account prosecutors said was false. In 2019, a DeKalb County jury convicted Olsen on charges of aggravated assault, two counts of violation of oath by a public officer, and making a false statement. He appealed the assault conviction and one of the oath violations, arguing the trial court erred by allowing the jury to consider the DeKalb County Police Department's use-of-force policy. The Georgia Court of Appeals overturned those two convictions but upheld the others. While it barred a retrial on the violation of oath charge, it allowed prosecutors to retry the aggravated assault count. The Georgia Supreme Court later declined to hear the case, clearing the way for a resolution. SEE ALSO: Former DeKalb County police officer's conviction overturned: DA criticized by veterans group Ex-officer's conviction for killing naked Black veteran overturned Former DeKalb County police officer not guilty of murdering veteran Mother of slain unarmed veteran demands justice after court overturns ex-officer's verdict Georgia lawmakers call on maximum sentence for former DeKalb County police officer What they're saying "It has been more than a decade since Anthony Hill's life was cut tragically short," said DeKalb County District Attorney Sherry Boston. "Defendant Olsen's guilty plea brings this long, arduous chapter to a close and through it he has finally accepted some responsibility for his actions. We hope this plea provides [Hill's family] some peace." What's next Following Wednesday's guilty plea, DeKalb County Superior Court Judge LaTisha Dear Jackson sentenced Olsen to 15 years, with 12 years commuted to time served and the remainder to be served on probation. He was also ordered to complete 100 hours of community service. His 2019 convictions for making a false statement and the remaining violation of oath charge remain intact. The Source The details in this article were provided by the DeKalb County District Attorney's Office.
Yahoo
26-05-2025
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DeKalb Co. police investigating shooting on Memorial Drive with woman reportedly caught in crossfire
The DeKalb County Police Department is investigating a shooting on Memorial Drive on Monday morning that left a woman with a gunshot wound. However, police said there's a possibility the victim was harmed while two others were shooting at each other. The woman, described as in her 40s, was able to talk to investigators at the scene, officers said. Police said the woman is currently in stable condition and they are continuing their investigation. Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact the DeKalb County Police Department through their free Tip411 app or by texting 'DKPD' to 847411, followed by the tip. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] TRENDING STORIES: Pinky Cole Hayes says her Bentley was stolen in front of new restaurant on opening weekend Former Arkansas police chief, serving time for murder, rape, escapes from prison 3 companies own nearly 38,000 metro Atlanta homes [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
06-05-2025
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Missing DeKalb County grandmother, her 2 young grandchildren found safe
UPDATE: Police say the family has been found safe. No further updates are available. The Brief DeKalb County Police are searching for DeLisa Williams, a missing grandmother, along with her 9-year-old grandson and 2-year-old granddaughter. Williams left a home on Rosemont Drive around 10 a.m. Monday, driving a black 2011 Toyota Avalon with Georgia license plate LEE6333. Family members are concerned for their safety due to Williams' cognitive challenges and urge anyone who sees them to call 911 immediately. DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. – Police in DeKalb County are searching for a missing grandmother who is with her 9-year-old grandson and her 2-year-old granddaughter. What we know According to the DeKalb County Police Department, the two missing children were with their grandmother, DeLisa Williams, until around 10 a.m. Monday when the trio left a home in the 500 block of Rosemont Drive. Dig deeper Williams, who is 52, is 5 feet 2 inches tall, weighing 160 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. She drives a black 2011 Toyota Avalon with Georgia license plate LEE6333. Her 9-year-old grandson, Amajh, is described as 4 feet 2 inches tall and weighs about 56 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. Her 2-year-old granddaughter, Aliyah, weighs 20 pounds, but her height is not specified. She was last seen wearing a yellow sweatsuit with the logo 'dream.' What they're saying Family members tell police they are concerned about their safety because Williams deals with cognitive challenges. What you can do Anyone who sees them should call 911 immediately. The Source The DeKalb County Police Department provided the details and the images for this story.
Yahoo
27-04-2025
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6 people arrested in drug trafficking arrest in DeKalb County
DeKalb County police arrested six people and seized drugs and guns on Wednesday. The DeKalb County Police Department Narcotics/Vice Unit executed two search warrants targeting a drug trafficking organization operating in and around South DeKalb County. The operation ended in six felony arrests. Police seized about 50 lbs. of marijuana, an undisclosed amount of ecstasy pills, seven handguns, one rifle, and a large amount of cash. Police have not identified the six people who were arrested. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] TRENDING STORIES: 2 deputies shot, 1 dead after traffic stop in Columbia County Bystanders describe DeKalb grocery store shooting that seriously injured 2 innocent people Family of murdered Fulton Co. teacher shines a light on loved one's life [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
