(AP Photo/David Goldman), Police stand in the doorway of a home while investigating the shooting scene where authorities say five people are dead, including the gunman, in Douglasville, Ga. on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2015. Ansah said some of the children targeted Saturday often came over to her house to play with her own children. A fight between two women led to a shooting Saturday afternoon at Arbor Place mall, Douglasville police said. Detectives are looking for a silver Toyota Camry and two men who ran from the scene. Officers made . According to Douglasville police, the shooting started with a fight between two women, with cameras capturing a brawl shortly before the shots rang out. In a tweet posted shortly before 4 p.m., the department said it . (AP Foto/David Goldman) (The Associated Press), A couple embraces as they wait after requesting to speak with police officers upon arriving at the shooting scene where authorities say five people are dead, including the gunman, in Douglasville, Ga. on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2015. The shooting took place around 1:30 p.m. at the intersection of . Associated Press photographer David Goldman contributed to this report. December 31, 2021 DOUGLASVILLE, Ga. (AP) A Georgia police department is investigating a shooting early Friday that left a 15-year-old dead. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. This station is part of Cox Media Group Television. Motorist not charged in Jan. 23 fatal accident. Douglasville Police Detective Sean Williams said Felix went with three other suspects to Douglasville. Another neighbor, Angela Ansah, struggled to explain to her own children what happened to their slain friends a few houses down. 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Lindsey Graham to testify for special grand jury in Trump election probe, Genealogists help solve mystery of Christmas Tree Lady found dead in cemetery in 1996, Former Georgia school employee arrested after teen girl finds GoPro camera outside bedroom window. Police were still trying to determine the shooter's motive and piece together what happened. According to officials, officers responded to the Royal Inn and Suites on Durelee Lane after reports of a fight that occurred. To request removal of your name from an arrest report, submit these required items to arrestreports@patch.com. Family is in mourning, Two teens arrested after killing of girl in Douglasville shooting: Source, Child dies after arriving to Douglasville gas station with gunshot wound. "Now it's more tragedy on top of this.". Griffith turned herself in around 11 p.m. Sunday night. 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Pounds said investigators also have interest in a third person in Kyra's shooting death, but have not released their identity. Police have arrested a woman accused of shooting a 17-year-old in the face during a road rage incident on I-20. This loss is absolutely senseless," Racine said. Straughn said he thinks the family was on the way to the hospital, but stopped when they realized the girl was not breathing. . [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]. Neighbors said the family moved to the area from out of state about three or four months ago. But there are still three other people wanted in connection to the shooting. Kyra was a freshman in high school, according to the family. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Medics arrived and took him to a hospital. Police say it is likely drug related. Man shot to death in middle of parking lot at Douglasville shopping center, police say. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. "I heard a couple quick shots, you know, back to back to back. "An unspeakable loss for her family. By Lauren Foreman. Stay here!. Everybody at the gas station was emotional, Straughn said. Police responded. A passenger in the victims car was able to take a photo of the woman. And she shot them the bird, and they shot back, Crouch said. Horrified neighbors called 911 and then tried to help the severely injured victims as best they could before rescuers arrived. 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Jones was the only reporter in the courtroom as Griffith took the stand for the first time. Medics arrived and took him to a hospital. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Felix, 21, was shot Wednesday night during an alleged drug deal in the parking lot near the McDonald's, according to Douglasville police. Saturday afternoon, people ran for their lives at Arbor Place Mall in Douglasville after hearing the gunshot. Ghost guns are untraceable guns made from parts sold online. The shooting occurred around midnight at Douglas Commons Shopping Center. or redistributed. Anyone with information about this incident should contact detectives at 678-293-1747. DOUGLASVILLE, GA A person was shot Thursday afternoon, and authorities say a person is in jail in connection with the shooting. A large amount of suspected narcotics and cash was found just feet away, investigators said. Aug 8, 2016. Detectives learned that the suspects three children, who were ages 4 - 9, were in the car with her at the time of the shooting. Example video title will go here for this video. The shooting happened around 12:24 a.m. on Deering Court. Police say shots were fired at Arbor Place Mall after a fight between two women. Channel 2s Tom Jones learned the suspects name is Brittney Griffith. Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. For information on family engagement opportunities and tips on how to help your children succeed in school, take a look at this: See the latest announcement from the school system, which centers on this recruitment fair. "This baby was taken in a bad way," Kyra's aunt previously Angela Berry told 11Alive. He was crying, Straughn said. Semi-machine guns," Pounds said. She was seen . Multiple bullet holes could be seen on a driver's side window. Anyone with information should contact Det. Authorities have charged two people in the fatal shooting of a 25-year-old earlier this month during an argument at a Douglasville apartment complex. "I got up, I didnt know what was going on, so I ran in there with him and we stayed in there for about 30 minutes.". Two people have been arrested in connection to the shooting death of a man last week in the Douglasville shopping center. (AP Photo/David Goldman) (The Associated Press). This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, Similar scenes have played out at Lenox Square Mall in Buckhead, clocking in its fifth shooting this year in early December. The shopping center has several stores, including a Kroger grocery store. The 19-year-old and another unidentified person allegedly robbed Kyra's brother and tried to flee with the weapon instead of paying. The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Douglasville. ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) -Metro Atlanta leaders need your help saving lives. All rights reserved. The brother and a 19-year-old are now in custody in connection to the fatal shooting, Pounds said. "Now this kid is 13 years old, but he's making weapons. Channel 2s Tyisha Fernandes was in Douglas County, where the girl was apparently shot at a home on Vicki Lane on Saturday. Kyra did not survive her injuries. "And then I heard four more shots.". Several children were gunned down as they fled on a street, neighbors said. Local Man Leads Chase In Stolen Vehicle + Voter Education Townhall, DCSS Educator Recruitment Fair + New Sam's Club Fulfillment Center, Adulting 101 Class + Seeing The 'Full Worm Moon' In Metro Atlanta, City Of Douglasville: Congratulations To Douglasville Planning & Zoning Administrator, Marissa Jackson, Douglas County School System: Parent Post #3. 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According to Douglasville Police Chief Gary Sparks, officers were called to the Intown Suites Extended Stay motel off of Thornton Road just within the Douglasville city limits at 9:30 a.m. A fourth individual, Kevin Martinez, was also allegedly in the vehicle, Williams said, and police are still trying to locate him. The child, whos name and identity have not been released, died at the gas station as distraught family members looked on, witness Jaquan Straughn said. DOUGLASVILLE, Ga. - Gunfire on one of the busiest shopping days of the year set off a panic at a Douglasville shopping mall this week. So everybody started running into the nail shop, the guy that was doing my feet, he ran into the back closet," Minnie Coleman said. Police have not released any details on the victim or possible suspects. According to Douglasville PD, officers responded to a person shot at the Comfort Inn at 5487 Westmoreland Plaza Tuesday morning around 12:50 a.m. and found a 23-year-old female with non-life threatening gunshot wounds in the lobby of the hotel. Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by Refinitiv Lipper. Market data provided by Factset. Henry "Hank" Taylor will be awarded the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) "Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award on Saturday, Feb. 25 (12-2 p.m.