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More drivers snapping, pulling guns out on the road, Cobb police say
By Michele Newell at WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· June 26, 2026
· 2 min read
Cobb County police say they’re seeing an uptick in road rage cases.In the most recent incident, Channel 2 Cobb County Bureau Chief Michele Newell learned that someone pulled out a gun and pointed it at a driver while riding down the road.“We’ve had one incident this month, the beginning of June, ...
Key takeaway “There was a guy in the middle of the road yelling for help,” a witness told Channel 2 Action News after the shooting.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
The rise in road rage incidents in Cobb County has significant implications for Atlanta -area commuters, many of whom travel through Cobb County on their daily commutes. With the increase in gun-related incidents on the roads, drivers are at a higher risk of being involved in a potentially deadly situation. The fact that police are seeing a trend of drivers introducing firearms into traffic disputes is particularly alarming, as it elevates the stakes of what might otherwise be a minor fender bender or traffic altercation. As Officer Wilson noted, the consequences of such actions can be severe, including prison time. Atlanta residents who frequently drive through Cobb County should be aware of their surroundings and take steps to de-escalate potential conflicts, such as avoiding engaging with aggressive drivers and calling 911 if they feel threatened.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Cobb County police say they’re seeing an uptick in road rage cases.In the most recent incident, Channel 2 Cobb County Bureau Chief Michele Newell learned that someone pulled out a gun and pointed it at a driver while riding down the road.“We’ve had one incident this month, the beginning of June, ...
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