Officers Apprehend Armed Murder Suspect
The moment Atlanta officers apprehend and handcuff an armed murder suspect who fatally shot a person.
Atlanta Police Department received a report about a person who was shot at 1381 Kimberly Way in Southwest Atlanta on 20th July.
Officers including an off-duty sergeant, responded on the spot shortly after the report was received.
They swiftly tracked down the shooting suspect, who was still wielding a shotgun.
Officers grabbed the cover and began commanding the suspect to lay down his weapon.
The suspect ultimately obeyed the police’ commands, and they were able to apprehend her without firing a shot.
The man who was shot was taken to the hospital but died later as a result of his injuries.
The circumstances surrounding the incident are being investigated by homicide detectives.
The Atlanta Police Department stated: “We are really pleased with both of these officers’ professionalism.
“They moved fast and collaboratively, and we feel their efforts were critical in apprehending this armed man safely.”