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‘We are grieving’: City leaders devastated by police recruit’s crash death
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk Tom Regan , as published by WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· September 2, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Moses Russ was halfway through the police academy and on his way to the Atlanta Police Training Center when the accident occurred. A 24-year-old aspiring police officer died in a motorcycle crash.
A 24-year-old aspiring police officer died in a motorcycle crash. Moses Russ was halfway through the police academy and on his way to the Atlanta Police Training Center when the accident occurred. He collided with a car at an intersection.
The police department is grieving the loss of Russ, who was considered a member of the family. The chief of police has asked for prayers for the family and the department.
Further details about the crash and its aftermath are available from the source, including a statement from the Atlanta Police Chief and information about witnesses to the accident.
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Category: safety Published: September 2, 2026 Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News Reading time: 1 min
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