‘No arrest:’ Family frustrated weeks after teen’s killing in Atlanta

Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Candace McCowan, WSB-TV (ABC) - News · July 22, 2026 · 2 min read

The family of a Metro Atlanta woman who died after she was shot outside of a southwest Atlanta apartment building is pleading for justice. They say the gunfire wasn’t meant for her, and the shooter has not been arrested. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks ] “Our family will...

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The lack of an arrest in Dre'Ana Shellman's killing more than two weeks after the incident is a stark reminder of the challenges Atlanta police face in solving violent crimes. Shellman's family is right to be frustrated, given the brazen nature of the shooting, which occurred in a residential area and claimed the life of an innocent bystander. As the investigation continues, the community will be watching to see how Atlanta police balance the need for thoroughness with the need for swift justice. The fact that the shooter allegedly fired into a vehicle without regard for who might be harmed suggests a level of recklessness that makes it imperative for authorities to apprehend the suspect as soon as possible. With the family and community eagerly awaiting an update, the Atlanta police department's next move will be closely scrutinized, and the city will be looking for a resolution that brings some measure of closure to those affected by this senseless tragedy.

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Category: safety · Published: July 22, 2026 · Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News · Reading time: 2 min

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‘No arrest:’ Family frustrated weeks after teen’s killing in Atlanta

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