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Georgia man arrested for trying to skip fare in Calif. Turns out he was a convicted killer
By ABC at WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· July 15, 2026
· 2 min read
A man who has been on the run since being convicted of killing a transgender woman in DeKalb County in 2024 has been arrested after police said he tried to skip out on a fare while trying to board a transit train in the San Francisco Bay Area. Davonte Fore, 27, a known gang member, was convicted ...
Key takeaway Davonte Fore, 27, a known gang member, was convicted in 2024 for the killing of Skyler Gilmor in June 2021.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
The arrest of Davonte Fore in California brings a measure of closure to the community in DeKalb County, where he was convicted of killing Skyler Gilmor in 2021. Fore's ability to evade capture for so long, despite being a known gang member and convicted killer, raises questions about the effectiveness of the bond system in Georgia. His release on bond before trial, against the state's opposition, ultimately allowed him to flee and avoid justice for years. Now that Fore is in custody, attention will turn to the process of extraditing him back to Georgia to face the consequences of his conviction. The DeKalb County District Attorney's Office will likely play a key role in this process, and their comments on the arrest will be closely watched by the community. The case serves as a stark reminder of the need for vigilance in ensuring that those who commit violent crimes are held accountable.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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