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7 days ago
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Surveillance footage captures woman attacking employee at Hapeville restaurant
The Brief A woman assaulted a store employee at Schlotzky's on Virginia Avenue on April 6, captured on surveillance video. The suspect wore a "Rare Squad" hoodie, a red/pink bandana, and dark tights, and left in a white Kia Soul. Police request public assistance in identifying the suspect, offering anonymity to tipsters. HAPEVILLE, Ga. - Police are searching for a woman accused of assaulting a store employee earlier this year at a business on Virginia Avenue. What we know According to the Hapeville Police Department, the incident occurred on April 6 around 2 p.m. at the Schlotzky's restaurant located at 861 Virginia Avenue. Investigators say a woman, seen on surveillance video, forced her way behind the checkout counter and attacked an employee, knocking them to the ground. The suspect was wearing a dark hoodie with the words "Rare Squad" in white or a light color on the front, a red or pink bandana on her head, and dark tights. She was last seen leaving the scene in a white Kia Soul. What we don't know The vehicle's tag number is unknown. What they're saying Police are asking anyone who can identify the woman to contact Detective N. Workman at 404-669-4681 or nworkman@ Tipsters may remain anonymous. The Source The images and details were provided by the Hapeville Police Department.
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04-03-2025
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Former Hapeville officer arraigned for excessive force in Taser incident
The Brief Former Hapeville police officer Shevoy Brown was arraigned for allegedly using unreasonable force by repeatedly using a Taser on a 64-year-old handcuffed detainee. The incident occurred in June 2024, was caught on camera, and involved a detainee who was arrested for trespassing. Brown is charged with excessive force and obstruction of justice for allegedly writing a false use of force report to cover up his actions. ATLANTA - A former Hapeville police officer was arraigned for repeatedly using a Taser on a 64-year-old man. The incident happened in June 2024 and was caught on camera. SEE ALSO: Hapeville officer stripped older man, tased him repeatedly in jail cell, attorney says The backstory On June 3, 2024, officers from the Hapeville Police Department in Georgia arrested a man for trespassing. The detainee was transported to the department's headquarters, where he was placed alone in a small holding cell and handcuffed to a stationary bench. Despite posing no threat, the detainee was allegedly subjected to repeated tasing by former Hapeville Police Officer Shevoy Brown. This excessive use of force resulted in injuries that required medical attention. Following the incident, Brown allegedly attempted to cover up his actions by filing a false use of force report. What we know Shevoy Brown, a former officer with the Hapeville Police Department, has been indicted on charges of using unreasonable force and obstruction of justice. The indictment was issued by a federal grand jury on February 12, 2025, and Brown was subsequently arraigned before Chief U.S. Magistrate Judge Russell G. Vineyard. Acting United States Attorney Richard S. Moultrie, Jr. emphasized that the alleged conduct contradicts the professionalism and public service expected of law enforcement officers. FBI Atlanta Special Agent in Charge Paul Brown reiterated the importance of protecting civil rights and holding those who abuse their power accountable. What they're saying "Our local law enforcement partners employ dedicated officers who risk their lives and safety every day to help make our district safer. This indictment alleges conduct by a former officer that runs counter to the culture of professionalism and public service that epitomizes the work performed by police officers in and outside our district," stated Acting United States Attorney Richard S. Moultrie, Jr. "People being held under arrest have the right to be treated humanely," said FBI Atlanta Special Agent in Charge Paul Brown. "The FBI and our law enforcement partners will continue to protect the civil rights of the public and ensure those who abuse their power are held responsible." The Source The details in this article come from the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Georgia. Previous FOX 5 Atlanta reports were also used.
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19-02-2025
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1 man dead, 'armed and dangerous' suspect wearing a toboggan hat, Hapeville police warn
The Brief Hapeville police need help searching for a suspect in a shooting who they say should be considered both armed and dangerous. The suspect is accused of killing a man during an argument over "personal property." The suspect was described as being slim-built. He may also be wearing an olive green long coat with a toboggan hat that has a gray ball on top. If you see this man, call the Hapeville Police Department's non-emergency number 404-768-7171 to report a sighting. HAPEVILLE, Ga. - Hapeville police have asked residents to keep an eye out for an "armed and dangerous" suspect accused of shooting and killing a man during an argument Tuesday morning. What we know Hapeville Police Chief Bruce Hedley said the victim was shot in the chest at a small housing development on North Central Avenue. After the shooting, the suspect took off running toward Sylan Road. He still hasn't been found. He was described as slim-built, and may be wearing an long olive green coat and a toboggan hat with a gray ball on top. What they're saying Hedley said investigators believe there was a disagreement between the victim and the shooter that led to gunfire. From there, the killer took off. "They knew one another," said Chief Hedley. "And they were arguing about some personal property." A security guard for the property, who did not want to speak on camera, told FOX 5 Atlanta reporter Joi Dukes that he heard the shots that morning and called 911 while trying to render aid to the victim, but ultimately watched him take his last breaths. Hedley said the location of the development created an added challenge for detectives who spent hours on scene trying to gather evidence. "It's unfortunate," he explained, "because it was in a very isolated area, so there wasn't a lot of activity and we didn't have a lot of witnesses in the area." If you see the suspect, police warn you to steer clear. Instead, call their non-emergency number 404-768-7171 to report a sighting. What we don't know The Medical Examiner's Office is still working to identify the victim. The Source The preliminary information in this article was provided by the Hapeville Police Department via a Facebook post published on Feb. 18, 2025.
