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Loganville woman speaks out after case of mistaken identity led to wrongful arrest
SUMMARY: Latasha Day of Loganville speaks out after being wrongfully arrested due to a case of mistaken identity. In 2023, she spent four days in jail for a crime committed by a woman who used Day’s identity to steal over $40,000 in merchandise. Despite the evidence not matching, including discrepancies in tattoos and physical descriptions, Day was arrested because of a warrant from a neighboring county. After a year, the charges were dropped. Day now demands an apology from the sheriff’s office and an investigation into how her case was handled. She also wants her record cleared.

A Loganville woman is demanding answers after spending four days in jail for a crime she says she never committed.
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Man killed overnight at Buford birthday party
SUMMARY: A deadly shooting at a Buford birthday party raised security concerns for neighbors and the venue owner. Police reported that a man was shot and killed at a home on Brown Street, which also serves as a wedding venue. The incident occurred during a party for attendees aged 20 to 25. Venue owner Cardell Williams stated that although they promote safe and enjoyable events, the shooting was an unexpected tragedy. Investigators are working to determine the shooter’s identity while considering increased security measures for future events. Police have yet to identify the victim or make any arrests.

The deadly shooting has neighbors concerned and the venue owner rethinking security.
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Man shot and killed at Buford house party, police searching for suspect
SUMMARY: A man was shot and killed early this morning at a purported house party in Buford, prompting an ongoing investigation by Gwinnett police. Officers responded to the incident around 2:00 a.m. at a venue on Brown Road, near Gravel Springs Road. The motive and circumstances leading to the shooting remain unclear, as police gather information. The location appears to serve as an event space rather than a conventional house party setting. As of now, the scene remains active, and police have not indicated when the investigation might conclude. Further updates will be provided by local news outlets.

Gwinnett County police are looking for answers after a man was killed overnight in Buford.
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Heathrow Airport to close Friday after fire knocks out power to part of London; impact in Atlanta
SUMMARY: Heathrow Airport in London is closed today due to a fire at a nearby electrical substation, causing widespread flight cancellations and disruptions. The fire knocked out power, forcing the evacuation of about 150 people and impacting millions of passengers globally. While the situation in Atlanta is currently minimal, with only three cancellations from Heathrow, travelers across the U.S. and beyond face major delays. Over 500 flights have been canceled, with additional challenges from misplaced air crews. Experts warn that the disruptions could last throughout the weekend, causing further headaches for passengers and airlines trying to rebook flights.

Heathrow is one of the world’s busiest airports for international travel.
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