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Suspect arrested in shooting deaths of 13-year-old boy, man during DeKalb County sleepover
By Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News
· July 7, 2026
· 2 min read
Editor’s note: The video above is from previous coverage.ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Deputies have arrested a suspect in the shooting deaths of a teen boy and a man during a sleepover at a DeKalb County home last week, according to the sheriff’s office.Early on July 2, police said 13-year...
Key takeaway Early on July 2, police said 13-year-old Demarcus Shirley and 45-year-old Chauncey Newman were shot to death in a home on Rockcliff Road.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
The arrest of Keyshun Webb in connection with the tragic shooting deaths of Demarcus Shirley and Chauncey Newman brings some measure of relief to the DeKalb County community, but it also raises questions about the ongoing issue of gun violence in the area. The fact that dozens of shots were fired into a home where a sleepover was taking place is a stark reminder of the dangers that exist in some neighborhoods. The involvement of multiple suspects and the likelihood of gang involvement suggest a complex web of violence that will require a sustained effort to address. As the investigation continues, it will be important to watch how law enforcement and community leaders work together to prevent similar incidents in the future and to support the families and communities affected by this senseless violence. The case also highlights the need for continued collaboration between local and federal agencies to combat gun violence and gang activity in the region.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News ·
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What is this story about? Editor’s note: The video above is from previous coverage.ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Deputies have arrested a suspect in the shooting deaths of a teen boy and a man during a sleepover at a DeKalb County home last week, according to the sheriff’s office.Early on July 2, police said 13-year...
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