SUMMARY: The suspect in a shooting incident at a DeKalb County condo complex has been identified as 20-year-old Demetrius Southernland. He faces charges including family violence battery and aggravated assault on police officers. The confrontation occurred when police were called to the residence due to Southernland’s aggressive behavior. He allegedly shot Sergeant Matthews in the hip and Officer Howell in the foot through the front door. Both officers are expected to fully recover in time for Thanksgiving. Southernland was captured after attempting to escape. He is currently held in DeKalb County jail as the investigation continues.

The man who allegedly opened fire on two DeKalb County police officers has been identified as 20-year-old Demetrius Sutherland. Both officers he is accused of injuring are expected to make full recoveries.

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SUMMARY: The jury in the YSL RICO trial has gone home for Thanksgiving without reaching a verdict, after spending two days deliberating. Marking one year since the trial began, the case originally involved 28 defendants, but only two remain to be considered. The jurors asked a few questions, including seeking clarification on charges against Shannon Stillwell and rapper Damont Hendrick, known as Yak Gotti. Both men face murder charges related to separate incidents in 2015 and 2022. They will resume deliberations on Monday at 9 a.m. following the holiday weekend.

On Thanksgiving Eve, jurors deliberated for several hours in Georgia’s longest criminal trial, the YSL RICO case, involving two defendants accused of murder.

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SUMMARY: A shooting occurred at an apartment complex on W Drop Drive, resulting in two officers being injured. As officers responded to a domestic dispute reported by the mother of a 20-year-old suspect, they were met with gunfire from the suspect. One officer was shot in the foot, and another in the upper thigh but managed to pursue and apprehend the shooter with assistance. Police Chief Martha Ramos highlighted the bravery of the officers involved. The situation caused shock among local residents, raising concerns about safety in the neighborhood, known for being well-respected. Investigations are ongoing, including searches for the firearm used.

Two DeKalb County officers were shot by a 20-year-old suspect whose mother had called police for help. One of the injured officers still managed to pursue the suspect and make the arrest.

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