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Suspect arrested in shooting of pregnant woman in Riverdale, police say
By Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News
· July 1, 2026
· 2 min read
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Police said a man accused of shooting his pregnant girlfriend in Clayton County last month has been arrested.Jerell Clark, 39, was taken into custody at an Atlanta apartment complex, the Riverdale Police Department (RPD) said Wednesday evening.On June 20, Clark...
Key takeaway Jerell Clark, 39, was taken into custody at an Atlanta apartment complex, the Riverdale Police Department (RPD) said Wednesday evening.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
The arrest of Jerell Clark brings a measure of relief to the Riverdale community, where concerns about domestic violence and gun safety have been heightened in recent weeks. The shooting of Clark's pregnant girlfriend on June 20 was a disturbing incident that echoed another tragic case in nearby DeKalb County, where a pregnant woman was shot and killed just days earlier. As the Riverdale Police Department continues to investigate this case, residents will be watching to see how the department and local authorities work to address the underlying issues that contribute to domestic violence and gun violence in the area. The collaboration between Riverdale police and the Atlanta Police Department that led to Clark's arrest is a positive sign of regional cooperation on public safety issues, and it will be important to see whether this cooperation can be sustained and built upon in the months to come.
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Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News ·
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