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Man killed in shooting served as mentor to teens in neighborhood
By Tyisha Fernandes at WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· July 3, 2026
· 1 min read
Neighbors say a man killed in a drive-by shooting wasn’t just a victim. They say he was a mentor to teens in the neighborhood. Chauncey Newman was shot and killed at a home on Rockcliff Road Thursday morning. The same shooting killed 13-year-old Demarcus Shirley. Newman’s friends told Channel 2’s...
Key takeaway Newman’s friends told Channel 2’s Tyisha Fernandes that he had a troubled life growing up in Baltimore, but turned everything around in Atlanta .
Why this matters in The Atlanta
The loss of Chauncey Newman, known to many as "Pops," will be deeply felt in the Atlanta neighborhood where he mentored teens and helped those in need. His efforts to guide young people toward positive paths are a testament to the impact one person can have on a community. Newman's own experiences growing up in Baltimore, marked by trouble, gave him a unique understanding of the challenges faced by some of Atlanta's youth. By turning his life around and dedicating himself to helping others, he showed that it's possible for individuals to make a meaningful difference in their community. The fact that Newman's work was recognized and valued by his neighbors suggests that his legacy will continue to inspire others to get involved in mentoring and community development initiatives in Atlanta. His death, along with that of 13-year-old Demarcus Shirley, is a tragic reminder of the need for continued support and resources for at-risk youth in the city.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 3, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Neighbors say a man killed in a drive-by shooting wasn’t just a victim. They say he was a mentor to teens in the neighborhood. Chauncey Newman was shot and killed at a home on Rockcliff Road Thursday morning. The same shooting killed 13-year-old Demarcus Shirley. Newman’s friends told Channel 2’s...
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