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Fox News
4 days ago
- Health
- Fox News
WATCH LIVE: Officials give update after shooter reported near Emory University in Atlanta
A spokesperson for Grady Hospital confirmed to FOX News that one police officer was sent to Emory University Hospital.
CBS News
28-07-2025
- CBS News
Overnight shooting in Atlanta kills 1, injures 10 others, police say
One person died and 10 others were wounded in a shooting early Monday in Atlanta, police said. The exchange of gunfire happened in a busy nightlife area and came as the city experienced a wave of gun violence over the weekend. Officers responded to a report of multiple people shot on Edgewood Avenue in the Sweet Auburn neighborhood around 1:30 a.m. Monday, Atlanta Police Chief Darin Schierbaum said at a news conference with the mayor. They found 11 people had been shot, one of whom died at the scene. The deceased person was a 27-year-old man, although his identity has not been released, CBS News affiliate WANF reported. Police said all of the victims' ages ranged from 18 to 29 years old. Of the 10 others who suffered injuries, one 18-year-old man was critically injured, Schierbaum said. Police said one person underwent surgery after all of those hurt were taken to Grady Hospital for treatment, according to WANF, but exactly which person was unclear. The shooting stemmed from a parking dispute, according to the police chief. He said officers were searching for three men and one woman who they believe initiated the incident. They have asked anyone in the community with information to report tips to the department. Schierbaum said he expected officials would release video from the scene soon. Police recovered firearms and 34 shell casings on the scene and investigators are working with their ballistics lab and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, he said. Police are investigating 12 violent incidents that left 29 people injured and two dead over the weekend, Schierbaum said. Other incidents were related to cars being booted or domestic violence, but the chief said investigators were still seeking clarity on what led up to the shooting on Edgewood Avenue and they are asking anyone with information to reach out to officials. Police don't yet know what prompted the shooting, but they aren't seeing any indications that it was gang connected, Schierbaum said. The majority of the victims were likely innocent bystanders. The chief and Mayor Andre Dickens noted that the city has seen positive trends in crime, including reductions in shootings and homicides. There have been 57 homicides in the city this year, compared to 76 at this time last year, Schierbaum said. "We haven't had a weekend like this in a long time," Dickens said. "We know that summer months often bring some of the most challenging times when it comes to crime and gun violence in our communities. We are doing all that we can to prevent these tragedies, even before they happen."
Yahoo
17-07-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Georgia family calls mental health system ‘broken,' asks for change
Families caught in the endless cycle of hospital visits and phone calls are pleading for change to Georgia's mental health care system. Channel 2's Michael Doudna followed one family's journey. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] On Memorial Day, Doudna first reported on Victoria Harris, a 25-year-old pregnant woman with schizoaffective disorder, who disappeared after walking out of a hospital. Her family found her days later, but it was just the beginning of the story. 'We've been to all of them,' said Brittaney Bethea. For Bethea, hospital doors are an all-too-common sight. 'We've been to Grady, to Piedmont, to Northside,' said Bethea. 'Over and over and over again, like upwards of 20 and 30 times,' she continued. It's a revolving door of care as she tries to help her sister, Victoria Harris. 'We can take a look at each other and not even say anything and kind of know what we're thinking, bust out in a laugh,' said Bethea. However, Harris started to experience hallucinations and delusions in college. 'It's called schizoaffective disorder, the bipolar type,' said Bethea. As Harris got worse, the relationship changed, and she started withdrawing. 'Every moment feels like, you know, my sister is missing,' said Bethea. What began was a cycle, Harris would go into crisis, get to a hospital, be stabilized and then be discharged. 'And then psychosis happens again, and we just go back over and over again,' said Bethea. Back in May, Harris who is five months pregnant walked out of Piedmont Hospital and was missing for 10 days. When she was found, police arrested her on a Cobb County warrant. 'So, instead of routing her to the hospital like they typically do, she was routed to Atlanta Detention Center instead,' said Bethea. The Cobb charges have since been dropped, but after her release doctors found she no longer qualified for a mental health hold known as a 1013 and went back on the streets. 'The system is really broken,' said Bethea. 'It's really the same story we hear that over and over,' said Kevin Tanner, the Commissioner of the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities. He said Georgia's 1013 standards are high, requiring the person to be an imminent danger to themselves or others. And once a patient is seen as stable, the burden of care falls on the individual. 'We can stabilize folks very well while they're in jail, in custody or in our hospital or in a crisis center. But then what happens?' said Tanner. Sometimes as people go through the system, the burden falls on local jails. 'I don't believe any jail is set up for success when it comes to that,' said Fulton County Sheriff Pat Labat. He said nearly half of inmates need mental health help, and wait times for mental health evaluations can take months, and in some cases even years. 'It is sad to say that we're in this situation, but we have to figure out how to get people additional help,' said Labat. To stop the cycle, Tanner said the state could lower the standards for a 1013 hold to include someone who is off their meds and psychiatrically deteriorating, while also investing in programs focused on finding ways to keep people on their medication. Other states including Florida have laws that allow people with mental illness who are severely neglecting their own well-being to be placed on an involuntary mental health hold. But the balance is providing care while not infringing on free will. 'And that's the real challenge, because you're bumping up against trying to balance out the ability for someone to make their own medical decision,' said Tanner. But for those like Bethea, she has watched as her sister has been at three hospitals, two jails and a mental health facility since May. She wants the revolving door to stop so she can get her sister back. 'I'm just looking forward to the day that we can kind of get back to that,' said Bethea. If you or someone you know needs mental health care, you can call or text the 988 hotline. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter] Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Man injured during hit-and-run on Roswell Road, police looking for driver
The Brief A man was injured in a hit-and-run on Roswell Road around 2:31 a.m. on May 18 after being struck by a gray Tesla while crossing the street. The vehicle fled the scene before police arrived; the victim suffered a leg injury and was taken to Grady Hospital. Police have not identified the vehicle or driver and are asking anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers Atlanta anonymously. ATLANTA - Police are investigating a hit-and-run that left a man injured after being struck by a vehicle in the early morning hours of May 18. What we know Officers were dispatched to 3165 Roswell Road around 2:31 a.m. in response to reports of a pedestrian being hit. Witnesses told police that a gray Tesla struck the man as he was crossing the street and fled the scene before officers arrived. The victim sustained a right leg injury and was transported to Grady Hospital for treatment. Authorities noted the incident occurred in a crowded area where no crosswalk was visible. What's next Attempts to identify the vehicle using surveillance footage were unsuccessful. Investigators are continuing to search for the suspect vehicle and driver. What you can do Anyone with information is encouraged to submit a tip anonymously to Crime Stoppers Atlanta at 404-577-TIPS (8477), online at or by texting CSGA and the tip to CRIMES (738477). Tipsters may be eligible for a reward of up to $2,000.
Yahoo
31-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Young Scooter Dies On 39th Birthday, Hip-Hop Community Reacts
Tragedy struck the Atlanta Hip-Hop scene as rapper Young Scooter tragically died on his 39th birthday reportedly following a confrontation with Atlanta police. The 'Jugg King' artist, neé Kenneth Bailey, allegedly attempted to flee on foot when officers responded to reports of gunfire and alleged abuse against a woman on Friday (March 28). Authorities stated that Scooter injured his leg while attempting to jump a fence. He was later transported to Grady Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The exact cause of death remains undisclosed, pending an autopsy conducted on Saturday (March 29), but during a press conference, Lieutenant Andrew Smith provided details on the incident. 'Once officers arrived, they knocked on the door. A male opened the door and immediately shut the door on the officers. During [the officers'] process of [then] establishing the perimeter, two males fled out of the rear of the house,' he said. He further explained, 'One male returned back into the house. The other male jumped two fences as he was fleeing. When officers located him on the other side of the fence, he appeared to have suffered an injury to his leg. Officers rendered aid, and he was transported to Grady Hospital where he was pronounced deceased.' He also clarified that Scooter's injury 'was sustained not via the officers on scene' but occurred while he 'was fleeing.' As news of his untimely death spread, an outpouring of tributes from the Hip-Hop community highlighted Scooter's deep influence on Atlanta's rap culture. Playboi Carti took to Instagram, posting a photo of Scooter with the caption, 'I GREW UP ON DIS SH*T SMH RIP,' as Quavo shared heartbreak emojis on X (formerly Twitter) alongside the words, 'Ion understand.' Meek Mill, who collaborated with Scooter on the 2017 track 'Hustlin,' expressed his grief, writing, 'RIP TO SCOOTER……. CRAZY TEARS FOR YOU!!!!!!!' He continued, 'Rip young scooter a Atl generational leader that help keep a lot of energy pumping out and into Atl….. prayers to your kids family and the whole freebandz family! I love you and god bless your soul!!!' Producer ATL Jacob also credited Scooter with inspiring his iconic producer tag, mourning his loss by saying, 'Wtf not scooter man wtf. ATL Jacob ATL Jacob came from Young Scooter man brudda you forever Legendary.' Boosie Badazz, Lloyd Banks, Sonny Digital, and many others also paid their respects on social media, reflecting on Scooter's legacy as a musical force who helped shape Atlanta's Hip-Hop sound. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding his passing remains ongoing. More from City Girls, 2 Chainz & Lil Wayne, Gucci Mane, And More New Music Friday Releases Kash Doll, J.I., Babyface Ray, Shy Glizzy, And More Drop New Music Friday Releases Young Scooter, Young Thug And Future Skating Through The "Trippple Cross"
