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Drivers stabbed at Gwinnett stoplight, suspect’s sister cites mental health
By Matt Johnson at WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· June 30, 2026
· 2 min read
A man stabbed and slashed three strangers in or near their cars at a Gwinnett County intersection before bystanders pulled him off with a pole, police say, in an attack his family blames on an untreated mental health crisis.Eddie Bradberry, 40, faces more than a dozen charges after police say he ...
Key takeaway His sister, Aleisha McGee, told Channel 2 Gwinnett County Bureau Chief Matt Johnson that the man on the video bears no resemblance to the brother she has always known.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
The disturbing incident at a Gwinnett County intersection raises concerns about the local mental health support system. Eddie Bradberry's sister, Aleisha McGee, claims that her brother's pleas for help were rebuffed by a hospital just days before the attack, sparking questions about the accessibility and effectiveness of mental health services in the area. The fact that Bradberry was sent home from the emergency room, only to allegedly commit a violent crime shortly after, suggests a potential gap in the system. As the case unfolds, it will be crucial to examine the specific circumstances surrounding Bradberry's hospital visit and the criteria used to determine his eligibility for treatment. This incident may also prompt a broader discussion about the need for more comprehensive and responsive mental health resources in Gwinnett County and the surrounding Atlanta area.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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