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Investigation underway after woman found dead early Sunday at metro Atlanta apartment
By Sam Sachs at WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· July 12, 2026
· 1 min read
The DeKalb County Police Department says a woman was found dead around 2 a.m. Sunday.Her death is under investigation after she was found at the scene dead on Hambrick Road with a gunshot wound to the head.Police said a suspect was found nearby and taken to hospital for treatment of an injury.Off...
Key takeaway Her death is under investigation after she was found at the scene dead on Hambrick Road with a gunshot wound to the head.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
The investigation into the woman's death on Hambrick Road raises concerns about public safety in DeKalb County. With a suspect already identified and in hospital, authorities will be working to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting. As the DeKalb County Police Department continues its active investigation, residents in the area will be looking for reassurance that the incident is isolated and that their community remains a safe place to live. The fact that a suspect was found nearby suggests that the shooting may not have been a random act of violence, but the presence of a gunshot wound will still be alarming for those who live and work in the area. As more information becomes available, the community will be watching to see how the police department's investigation unfolds and what measures will be taken to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 12, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? The DeKalb County Police Department says a woman was found dead around 2 a.m. Sunday.Her death is under investigation after she was found at the scene dead on Hambrick Road with a gunshot wound to the head.Police said a suspect was found nearby and taken to hospital for treatment of an injury.Off...
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