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Podcast: Police refused to release this video | Behind the Investigation
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk Brendan Keefe, Lindsey Basye , as published by Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News
· July 30, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Investigation findings can be found through Atlanta News First, including information about the deputy's actions before the shooting and the events that unfolded near Forsyth Street and Trinity Avenue.
A case involving a Fulton County Sheriff's deputy who was shot in downtown Atlanta has been closed. The Atlanta Police Department did not file charges against the person responsible. Further details about the incident are available through a podcast.
The case is discussed in an episode of Behind the Investigation. Investigation findings can be found through Atlanta News First, including information about the deputy's actions before the shooting and the events that unfolded near Forsyth Street and Trinity Avenue.
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Category: safety Published: July 30, 2026 Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News Reading time: 1 min
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