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Suspect arrested in deadly shooting of 19-year-old woman in Atlanta
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · Based on reporting from Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News
· July 23, 2026
· 1 min read
Editor’s note: The video above is from a previous report. ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A suspect in the killing of a 19-year-old woman in Atlanta earlier this month was arrested Thursday morning, according to police. Investigators with the Atlanta Police Department’s Fugitive Unit, with he...
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Key takeaway (Atlanta News First) — A suspect in the killing of a 19-year-old woman in Atlanta earlier this month was arrested Thursday morning, according to police.
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The arrest of Amari Haugabook brings a measure of relief to the community, particularly in the area surrounding Old Hapeville Road where the shooting occurred. As the investigation unfolds, residents will be watching to see how the Atlanta Police Department's Fugitive Unit and the FBI's Violent Crime Task Force worked together to apprehend the suspect. The collaboration between local and federal law enforcement is a crucial aspect of addressing violent crime in Atlanta. The fact that Haugabook was found at a home on 3rd Avenue SW also raises questions about the potential for witness intimidation or further violence in the neighborhood. As charges are forthcoming, the community will be looking for assurances that the justice system will hold the perpetrator accountable for the senseless killing of Dre'Ana Shellman. The case has already sparked concerns about gun violence and public safety in the city, and the outcome will be closely monitored by residents and community leaders.
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Published: July 23, 2026 ·
Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News ·
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